Join us for this 2-week series on Living Beyond Trauma.
Our early childhood experiences form the building blocks which forever impact our outlooks in life. But when these experiences are negative, they can be debilitating. Physical, emotions, mental, and even spiritual traumas from years past still find their way into affecting us in the present and future.
But instead of being broken and shackled by our past traumas, how can we overcome them and emerge as stronger people? How can we learn from own experiences and actively prevent the cycle of trauma in others? And above all how does our faith, relationship, and reliance on Allah serve as the gateway to persevering, overcoming, and healing?
Comprised of an engaging lecture with a strong focus on Hurunnessa Fariad's personal story, tribulations, and successes followed by meaningful discussions, this series will explore how the past forms us and the responsibility we have in learning from it to build a better future for ourselves and those we care .
Doors for the event open at 6:45 for coffee and connection, event starts at 7:00.
One ticket covers all 2 weeks. Donations are greatly appricated and help us fund future events!
Open to young professionals ages 21+, we look forward to seeing you there!
Schedule
Week 1 - Trauma in Childhood
How does adversity impact us as children when we are lack the independence and agency to combat it? How do deal with adversities when we lack power and ability change major aspects of our life? What do we do when greater forces than us impacts us and we can't stop it?
Week 2 - Trauma in Marriage
How do adversity in relationships impacts us? What lessons from the past impact our present and future? How do we deal with adversity which we are older, more independent and can actively alter our lives to a greater degree? What do we do when we can impact our lives?
About Hurunnessa Fariad
Hurunnessa Fariad is a highly respected Muslim American community leader and advocate, recognized for her remarkable ability to build bridges across diverse communities throughout the United States. A tireless advocate for women’s empowerment, Ms. Fariad ensures that women’s voices are heard and amplified in every sphere. She serves as the Secretary of the Board of Directors at the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy, is a Board Member for Women for Afghan Women, and actively participates in numerous faith-based organizations.
Ms. Fariad is the founder and Music Director of The ADAMS BEAT Choir, America’s first masjid youth choir, which blends art and faith to inspire young people. She is committed to fostering understanding and combating prejudice at the highest levels of policymaking.
As a former child refugee from Afghanistan, Ms. Fariad brings a unique perspective to her work, drawing on her personal journey to inspire and lead. She resides in Ashburn, Virginia, with her children, continuing to dedicate her life to building a more inclusive and compassionate society.