Al Muntada Al Islami opens doors of hope for inmates

Targeting rehabilitation and social reintegration

This distinguished activity is part of an extensive programme focused on Islamic culture, targeting inmates in correctional and reform institutions. The goal is to rehabilitate them and integrate them back into society, based on the tolerant principles of Islamic Sharia that call for forgiveness, reform, and building hope.

Programme titled "building hope – a journey to life"

Al Muntada holds this programme under the title "Building hope – a journey to life," offering specialised lectures and scientific courses combining authenticity and modernity. It covers concepts of moderation, balance, the foundations of positive coexistence, and the importance of social responsibility. The programme also includes practical workshops aimed at developing inmates' life skills and enhancing their cultural and knowledge abilities, enabling them to start a new life after serving their sentences.

Importance of collaboration with correctional institutions

Mohammed Hassan Al Dhaher, Mufti at Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department and imam and preacher, emphasised the significance of implementing this cultural programme through fruitful cooperation with correctional institutions. He stated the goal is to enable inmates to acquire useful knowledge and instil positive values in them to strengthen their ability to integrate positively into society after release. He added that the programme gives special importance to integrating intellectual, practical, and spiritual aspects to ensure lasting impact.

Fostering confidence and optimism among inmates

Essa Al Balushi, Director of Cultural Programmes at Al Muntada, said this initiative stems from effective collaboration with correctional institutions. The goal is to empower inmates with confidence and hope in God’s mercy, planting a spirit of positivity and optimism in their hearts to enhance their social reintegration after release.

Culture as a foundation for reform and development

Al Balushi affirmed that this initiative is based on a firm belief in culture’s role in reform. Investing in human beings is the cornerstone of community development. He noted that previous experiences have proven the success of such programmes in changing inmates’ mindsets and motivating them to commit to virtuous values and constructive work after release.

Sharjah’s role as a centre for moderate Islamic culture

This distinguished cultural activity reflects the Al Muntada ’s commitment, within Sharjah’s integrated government work institutions, to consolidate its position as a cradle of moderate Islamic culture. It serves as a scientific and intellectual beacon that builds bridges of hope within society and offers inmates a real chance to begin a new life based on giving and belonging.