RabaTEENS is a nurturing space for deep and meaningful Islamic spiritual mentorship with compassionate and caring mentors. We design fun, creative, and positive educational experiences to help teens grow confidently and comfortably into their faith.


Class Description


Did you know that it was a woman who inspired Umar ibn al-Khattab to embrace Islam? Did you know that it was a woman who facilitated the travel routes to Makkah for the sacred pilgrimage (Hajj)?

Together, we will explore stories of great women of the past who lit the way for generations of men and women to come. These women held themselves to the highest standards of piety, modesty, beautiful character, and knowledge. They served the deen, their families, and their communities. They accomplished remarkable feats without losing sight of what truly matters, their spiritual connection to Allah ﷻ and their private life of worship. They were game changers in their time, and their impact continues to this day. 

It is now our turn to hold on to their lanterns, to live in their light, and to pass it on. 



Class Outline


Week 1:  Asmaa bint Omais

An amazing sahabiyya, or companion of the Prophet ﷺ, she was an immigrant to a foreign land, yet that did not stop her from leaving her mark. A great woman and the wife of a great man, Asmaa’s story is truly an inspiration we can all learn from. 


Week 2:  Fatima bint al-Khattab

Sometimes, a good sister can be the greatest asset and source of support. Fatima bint al-Khattab was the sister of the legendary Umar ibn al-Khattab, and she lit the way for him that led to his greatness. 


Week 3:  Fatima bint Muhammad ﷺ 
 
The youngest, yet one of the most courageous daughters of the Prophet ﷺ, Fatima truly was, as the saying goes, "her father’s daughter." 


Week 4:  Zubaidah bint Jaʿfar  
 
A woman of wealth, surrounded by luxury and fine things, yet none of it distracted her from her true calling of spreading knowledge of the Holy Quran and serving Muslims from all over the world. 


Week 5:  Fatima al-Fihri  

A woman devoted to the worship of Allah ﷻ, Fatima was passionate about education and seeking knowledge. Her name is still known across Morocco to this day. 

Class Activity Materials (Optional)

Notebook, pens, highlighters, colored pencils, pencils 

Colored construction paper, scissors, and glue stick or stapler

Required Book

None

Class Day & Time

Sundays, 2:00 - 3:00 PM Central Time 

Session dates: April 12 - May 10 

Students must attend Zoom live sessions. Classes are NOT recorded.


*Enrollment into the RabaTEENS program is on a per-student basis. If two (or more) students are planning to attend a class together by sharing a screen, each student will need to enroll for class individually. 

**RabaTEENS programs are for girls aged 12-17 ONLY. Students are required to be 12 already in order to join any of RabaTEENS programs.

Certificate of Participation

Certificates of participation are available upon request.

Refund Policy

No refunds are issued once the session begins. 

Lanterns of Light: Women Who Inspire the Ummah

Meets once a week for one hour (5-week session)

Instructor

Anse Amal Al-Sibai

Anse Amal Al-Sibai is a mother, teacher, writer, bicyclist, and amateur baker. Her favorite places are the outdoors, library, and masjid. With a Bachelor’s Degree in holistic nutrition and a diploma in children’s literature, she wrote for The Saudi Gazette newspaper for several years. She writes her own blog and has contributed to Al-Jumuah and The Muslim Vibe, among others. Her passion for Islam and the Qur’an drew her to the women’s institute for Qur’an memorization in Jeddah. Anse Amal holds certificates in the Qur’an sciences and an ijazah, but continues to learn because studying the Qur’an is a lifelong journey – and a beautiful one. She feels blessed to be a student of Rabata and will soon complete her teacher’s certification. Anse Amal hosts halaqahs and different programs for Muslim youth in Ohio and in Jeddah. She is a children’s book author and a middle school English and Islamic studies teacher. Anse Amal aspires to impact, inspire, create positive change, and uplift young women through the power of storytelling.