Turkish Journal – Şevval Erdağ- The center, the first of its kind in Qatar, will open its doors to the public on February 4 at 1 pm as part of a community event.
Qatar Foundation’s Chairperson, Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, inaugurated the Al Mujadilah Center and Mosque for Women in Education City on Wednesday.
During her opening speech, Sheika Moza said : “We are not here today simply to celebrate the architectural aesthetics of this building, rather, we are here to shed light on the concept of justice in worship, through the establishment of the Al Mujadilah Center and Mosque. This space allows women to develop themselves in religious and worldly affairs and with a comprehensive understanding of worship. Designed to attract our young Muslim women, so that women’s prayer rooms do not stay marginalized and isolated in a remote corner, this space, will host programs that support and elevate women’s education, and meet their contemporary intellectual needs to raise women’s awareness of religious and worldly matters – personally, socially, and from the perspective of the family.”
Sheikha Moza mentioned that the place was inspired by Khawla bint Tha’labah, who went to Prophet Muhammad to raise issues regarding the rights of women. Sheikha Moza described Khawla in her speech as “a source of inspiration for every woman who seeks clarity and to live her life with insight.”
The Centre includes gathering spaces, classrooms, a library, a cafe, and gardens. It will offer activities and programs in both English and Arabic.
The center’s scheduled programs will begin on February 6th. It will be open to the public between 10 am and 8 pm and does not require registration.(DohaNews)
