Why we're here
Purpose & goals
Our purpose
Community, belonging, and shared care
The University of Waterloo Muslim Staff and Faculty Network seeks to foster a supportive and welcoming environment for Muslim employees across campus — strengthening connection, reducing isolation, and cultivating a greater sense of belonging and community.
Belonging
Community care & belonging
Gathering regularly, sharing food, celebrating milestones, and building collective care through shared resources and experiences.
Mentorship
Peer support & mentorship
Resource sharing and mutual support among Muslim employees at different stages of their professional and personal journeys.
Growth
Learning & development
Lunch and Learns, resource sharing, and community-informed opportunities to grow — with members welcome to contribute their own expertise.
Diversity
Diversity & intersectionality
Recognizing the full diversity of Muslim cultures and backgrounds, across intersecting identities.