It’s time to pick up the phone..
Seizing the opportunity to make amends in Dhul Qa’dah It may be a close friend, an acquaintance, or someone closer to home. You may not have spoken to kindly them, or at all, for a few hours, days, or even longer. You may long to hear their voice, to wrap your arms...
A Day of Appreciation – Not All Heroes are Adults
We’ve all heard the saying, ‘not all heroes wear capes.’ Well, we’ve got another one for you. Not all heroes are adults. We are ending Small Charity Week with a day of appreciation; appreciation for the unsung heroes who strive hard to raise funds for HHUGS...
Small yet mighty: The impact YOU had on Sister Yasmin
We are taught a grand gesture yields a grand response. But small gestures can also have the same, or greater impact. The reality is, small doesn’t always mean less. A small gesture, or a few words of kindness can have a profound impact on someone. On Small...
Like a hug in a box
There are all sorts of reasons as to why we give gifts; it may be to celebrate, to thank, or to even apologise. It may simply be to show appreciation, on a random day. As humans, we cherish the act of gifting; whether we are the giver or the receiver. The giver scours...
HHUGS Poetry Competition 2021 – From Your Lips To My Ears
A poet carefully arranges and rearranges language to help stir the reader’s imagination. They do this by managing rhyme, sentence length, structure and sound. It is a way to communicate, to explore, to share and connect with others, through the power of language. On...
For His Sake: Live Appeal
Why seek out Laylatul Qadr alone, when you can do it with HHUGS? Note down the date, spread the word, gather round and join us for our Ramadhan Live Appeal on Thursday the 6th of May 2021 from 7PM TO 1AM! Join us on this auspicious night, a night which could be...
Ramadhan Reminders: For His Sake
The month of Ramadhan holds a special place in every believer’s heart. A time where we turn back, unravel, soften and soak our hearts seeking His mercy. A month where we try our hardest to strip away worldly distraction, fill our hearts with recitation, and cleanse...
Taking back control
5 steps to help you better manage your finances and avoid falling into debt There is a misconception that those who are in debt liven a lavish and luxurious lifestyle. However, this is far from the reality. Most commonly households fall into debt due to...
Seeking the real meaning of happiness
International day of happiness The age-old question, ‘What is happiness?’ doesn’t have a definite answer. It’s difficult to define in a couple of sentences, but we can endeavour to explain it to get a better understanding of it. Happiness is a positive feeling...
Reclaiming the Narrative: 4 Common Myths Held About Muslim Women
In the Western world, a Muslim woman is stereotypically depicted as veiled and unvoiced. An oppressed individual to be pitied, ruled by a tyrannical husband or father, unable to move and act freely. However, this depiction is far from the truth. To label all Muslim...