What we’re about
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This is a female-only group that connects Muslim women across the North-West through a variety of social activities in and around Manchester, within a safe and supportive environment.
Adult women of all ages, ethnicities, nationalities, academic backgrounds, occupations, marital statuses, dress styles and personal Islamic practices, etc., are welcome. You may also join if you are non-Muslim and female; we just ask that you are respectful of diverse religious beliefs and cultures.
On average, 1-2 meetups are arranged monthly, which mostly take place on a weekend afternoon or evening. Whether we're exploring halal and vegetarian-friendly dining spots, enjoying a performance, heading out on scenic trips, diving into book discussions or engaging in fun, team-building activities with a competitive twist — there’s always something exciting to look forward to.
Once a member, you can anonymously submit any meetup preferences and suggestions you may have via the following short, optional survey in order for these to be considered for future meetups: https://s.surveyplanet.com/jpewftd2.
It is also recommended that you sign up to e-mail alerts, so that you are notified when a new meetup has been published and if the organiser is trying to contact you. You can do this via your personal Meetup "Settings" and then the mail icon.
If, ever, you have any questions and / or comments, etc., please do not hesitate to get in touch.
We look forward to you joining our future events, Insha'Allah! 🧕
👩⚖️ Rules:
No, they are not made to be broken. Not here, at least!
In order for events to run as smoothly as possible, both for the organiser and yourself as a participating member, please ensure that you read, understand and abide by the following at all times:
1. You MUST be a member of the group to join our events and you MUST RSVP "Yes" to any events you wish to attend.
2. You MUST carefully read and follow all details / instructions provided about an event prior to RSVPing. If anything is unclear after you have read the full description of an event, please let the organiser know well in advance of the event taking place, avoiding leaving this to the last minute.
3. You MUST attend events at the specified start time, ensuring you plan your journey accordingly and consider any delays that might occur due to traffic, parking or public transport, or if you are unfamiliar with the area. If you wish to join an event at a later time, please discuss this with the organiser before the day of the event and await approval before attending.
4. If you are running late on the day of an event due to circumstances beyond your control, you MUST notify the organiser with as much notice as possible before the event is due to begin, providing your estimated arrival time. Please note that, on the day of an event, the organiser may not be reachable, so any late arrivals will be at your own risk.
5. If you can no longer attend an event you have RSVP'd to, you MUST update your RSVP to "No" at least 48 hours in advance, even if you have already notified the organiser or another member of your non-attendance. Any RSVP-ers who do not abide by this will be marked as a "No Show". Members who reach 2 consecutive "No Shows" will be removed from the group, at the organiser's discretion. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice...
6. Please do NOT consistently RSVP, then un-RSVP, to events, as this may also result in your removal from the group. Please only RSVP to events that you intend to attend, Insha'Allah, unless extenuating circumstances prevent you from doing so. If your availability often changes, please account for this by RSVP'ing when you are more certain of your personal schedule, even if this means RSVP'ing close to the date of an event.
7. You MUST be kind, respectful and inclusive towards all members at all times, including outside of this platform. You MUST raise any concerns about another member's conduct with the organiser, so that this can be addressed.
8. You MUST respond to messages from the organiser, who may contact you if certain information is required from you in advance of an event. Please check / update your contact details on Meetup and sign up to e-mail alerts, so that you are notified when the organiser is trying to contact you. Alternatively, please ensure you are regularly checking your Meetup messages directly.
9. Please do NOT take, share or upload photos, or any personal details, of members without explicit consent, whether on Meetup or another platform.
10. Please do NOT promote this group on other platforms without the organiser's consent (feel free to spread the word amongst individual friends and family, of course!).
11. Please do NOT use this group to promote other events, groups, businesses, charities, goods or services, etc.
📝 Testimonials (Sort Of):
"This group of yours has been such a blessing! Getting to hangout with like minded Muslim women." - Manaal.
"I joined the group for hikes and got fat instead..." - Sam.
"You seem never to run out of great ideas." - Sana.
Please also check out the group's ratings for further feedback! Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to leave comments and ratings. 🫶
⁉️FAQs:
How old do you have to be to join the group and what is the average age of attendees?
This is a group for adult women, so you must be at least 18-years-old to join.
Most event attendees are aged between 21-40, however this can vary at each event and as new members join.
There is no upper age limit. All adult women are welcome to join the group, and there is no requirement to disclose your age.
Do you have to live in Manchester to join?
No!
Is there a joining fee?
No!
Do I need to attend a certain number of events in order to retain my membership?
No! Feel free to attend as many, or as little, events as suits your personal circumstances.
How do you ensure that your members are female?
There is no requirement to provide your full name, photo or a form of ID in order to become a member, as we do not want this to be a difficult group to run and join. The organiser does, however, do profile checks when a new member joins and has removed and banned males as a result. If you have your suspicions that a member is male, please report this to the organiser privately.
I would like to attend an event, but I feel anxious.
We have all attended an event for the first time at some point, so understand how you may be feeling. Nerves tend to ease once you are seated at your first event after finding the group.
We try to organise events in such a way that allows everyone present to have an opportunity to be part of group discussions, as well as one-on-one or smaller group chats. In order for events to be enjoyable / successful, however, it is imperative that all attendees try their best to make a conscious effort to talk to every member at an event, regardless of whether you feel shy / nervous or come across girls that may appear to be from a different walk of life than you. Please remember that everyone present at an event is there with a common interest (to meet fellow Muslim girls in the area), that we can all learn from each other / all have a story worth sharing and that you will most likely not be the only one feeling anxious.
Please message the organiser privately, ideally before RSVP'ing to an event, so that we can discuss ways to make you feel more comfortable, such as exchanging numbers, arranging to walk to an event together or sharing what we're wearing on the day as an identifier.
Can I bring my child / friend / family member to a meetup?
As a general rule, you have to be an adult to join the group; events are for members only; and, where there is a limit on the number of attendees that can attend an event, the organiser has to prioritise members. It is, therefore, recommended that you ask any friends or family members to join the group and RSVP to events directly (it's free and relatively simple!).
There are exceptions to this, however, so please feel free to contact the organiser if you would like to bring a non-member to an event, providing further information, inc. why the individual cannot join as a member themselves, or their age and gender if they're a child. Your request will be accommodated, where possible and appropriate. Please do not bring non-members to events without prior approval and please note that adult males will not be allowed at our events under any circumstances.
Where the above is approved, it will be your duty to supervise any non-members, especially children, at events, at all times.
Will you only organise meetups in Manchester?
No!
Can I get a refund for a meetup I can no longer attend? I had paid via Meetup at the time of RSVP'ing.
Please update your RSVP to "No" as soon as possible. If another member takes your spot, you will be refunded. If a member does not take your spot, a refund would depend on the specific venue's refund policy, which is not set by the organiser. From experience, refunds are more unlikely than likely, therefore please ensure you're able to commit to an event before RSVP'ing, Insha'Allah.
If you purchased a ticket yourself, outside of Meetup, please contact the venue directly for a refund.
Does the group have a WhatsApp group that I can join or any other social media?
Currently, no. This may change in the future, however, following the unfortunate removal of Meetup's Event Chats.
Can I host my own event?
Currently no, however suggestions are welcome via the following anonymous survey: https://s.surveyplanet.com/jpewftd2.
Are you looking for any Co-Organisers?
Currently, no!