Persevering: Grief As Told By Young People

Strengthening My Muslim Faith After Loss with Shuma Rouf

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8 years after losing her mum to cancer, Shuma Rouf reflects on how finding a stronger connection with Islam helped in her grief journey. In this episode, she shares her personal experiences including learning how to make her mum's traditional dishes during Ramadan and seeking out support from the Qur'an to understand grief further. Shuma runs @spokengrief, a podcast and Instagram page that offers unapologetic discussions and an online community for those who have experienced loss.

Episode created by: Katy, Hannah and Izzy

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