There’s an urgent need for more Muslim foster carers in Brighton & Hove. Many children and young people in care come from Muslim backgrounds, and having foster carers who share their cultural and religious heritage can make a world of difference in their lives.
Why are Muslim Foster Carers needed?
- Cultural and Religious Support: Muslim children in care should feel comfortable practicing their faith and maintaining their cultural identity with their foster families.
- Rewarding Experience: Fostering is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling role, offering the chance to make a real difference in a child’s life.
- Growing Need: Thousands of Muslim children are in care in England, including many from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds.
The Brighton & Hove Fostering Team invites you to learn more
The Brighton & Hove Fostering Team invites the Muslim community to learn more about fostering at one of their upcoming information events:
- In-person event: 9th May, 12 noon to 2:30 pm at Al-Medinah Mosque, BN1 2PT, Brighton.
- Online event: 18th June, 7 pm. You can register to attend at bit.ly/4bG4Zza.
Hear from Muslim Foster Carers
Current Muslim foster carers share the joy and fulfillment they find in fostering. Esmat, who fosters a 13-year-old boy, says, “As Muslims, we believe strongly in the values of compassion, generosity and opening our home and our hearts to someone who needs love and care.” Another foster carer, Naseem, shares that she and her husband were attracted to fostering because they “simply love children.”
Contact the Brighton & Hove Fostering Team
- Phone: 01273 295444
- Email: fosteringrecruitment@brighton-hove.gov.uk
- Website: Fostering Brighton & Hove
Faith Guidance
For faith-specific guidance on fostering as a Muslim carer, you can contact the fostering team or visit the Muslim Foster Network:
- Website: Muslim Foster Network
Join the Brighton & Hove community in making a vital difference in the lives of children and young people in care.