**Everyone deserves a place where they feel accepted for who they are, where friendships can grow, and where they know they belong. Yet for many individuals with special needs and their families, finding that kind of support can be challenging.** 

Dar-us-Sakina (DUS) provides a safe, welcoming space where individuals are encouraged to reach their full potential, build independence, and grow at their own pace. Today, DUS serves 650+ families in the Greater Houston Area, yet more than 60 individuals are waiting for the opportunity to join its Adult Day Program. Behind these numbers are individuals who deserve the chance to thrive, and families seeking the reassurance that their loved ones have a place where they are embraced and valued. 

DUS is especially meaningful to me because, through my time with its Teen and Adult Program, I have seen firsthand the care, dedication, and positive impact of its work. Having experienced this environment myself, I know how important its mission is and why it deserves continued support.

I hope you will consider donating to help DUS reach more individuals and families who could benefit from its programs. Let’s work together to become a voice for those who cannot always speak, a listener for those who are not always heard, and a helping hand for those who may need one. 

**If you can, please donate to help me reach my goal of $5,000 by November 14, 2026, and share this campaign with others to help spread the word.**

Thank you for your support!

Inaya 

A Place to Belong | Supporting Dar-us-Sakina

Nonprofit organization dedicated to inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the Muslim community of Houston

Dar-us-Sakina is a safe space for people of all abilities and their caregivers.  We inspire the community to abandon stigmas and embrace individuals with disabilities with empathy and respect.  Together, we are better!

We are dedicated to providing inclusive opportunities for individuals with disabilities, while empowering the affected and their caregivers with social support and access to local resources.  We envision a Muslim community where individuals with disabilities are fully accepted and included, and both they and their caregivers have adequate access to support.

Dar-us-Sakina offers its services to all special needs individuals and their caregivers within the Houston community, but reserves its Zakat fund for Muslim families who are in financial need or crisis. Our mission is achieved through three key service areas: Education, Support, and Community Awareness.

Education:

Special Needs Weekend Islamic School Programs: At four locations across Houston, children with special needs come weekly to the masjid to learn about their faith using an adapted curriculum and to be included in the community.

Teen Adult Program (TAP): This program helps individuals with special needs take the first step to adulthood by teaching them independent life skills in a supportive social environment.

Support:

Caregiver Support Groups: This allows mothers, fathers, and siblings of individuals with special needs to connect with others with similar life circumstances.

Events: From inclusive family events that make all accommodations to caregiver training events, Dar-us-Sakina engages the local special needs population on a monthly basis.

Zakat Services: For special needs families in crisis, we are committed to providing comprehensive support through our Zakat Fund, including funding of emergency respite care, counseling, necessary evaluations, advocacy and durable medical equipment.

Community Awareness:

Youth Inclusion Training: We visit local Islamic schools, masaajid, and Scouts to train typical youth on accepting and including their brothers and sisters with disabilities.

Community Education: We conduct awareness events and workshops to educate the general community on disability awareness and early childhood intervention.

Sakina Internship: This is a one year commitment for college age students who dedicate one day of the week serving individuals with special needs while learning about related topics.

Volunteer Enrichment Program: This is a volunteer buddy program for High School students.

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