This poster presents insights into the unique experiences of older Muslims, and challenges generalized stereotypes about Muslims and the aging experience using a community-based participatory action research methodology. This work is crucial to support culturally inclusive, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive services for the needs of the aging Muslim population in Canada.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
To identify the unique care mental health and social service needs of older Muslims, and the
role of ageism and ableism in shaping their experiences in contrast to other age groups.
To understand the community-based participatory action research (CPBAR) framework and the
significance of centering partnership approaches around critical conversations about
racism, justice, and human rights issues for and with Muslims.
To learn faith-informed and culturally inclusive recommendations to support the needs of older Muslim adults in community settings.
