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WORKSHOP THE ART OF SELF-CARE – A SUFI PERSPECTIV WORKSHOP

THE ART OF SELF-CARE – A SUFI PERSPECTIVE

What does it really mean to care for ourselves?

Join us in Durban for an afternoon of reflection and practical insights as we discover The Art of Self-Care through a Sufi Perspective.

Hosted by AQRT in collaboration with AHHI, this workshop brings together spiritual wisdom and contemporary approaches to wellbeing, exploring how we can nurture ourselves more consciously.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Shaykha Muzeyyen Ansari - Sufi Healer

Naina Bhika* - Neurofeedback Practitioner & Wellness Counsellor

Dr Gillian "Gigi" Rai - Occupational Therapist , Holistic Rehabilitation & Wellness Therapist 

Date: Sunday, 6 December 2026

⏰ Time: 1:15 PM – 5:00 PM
Registration & Welcome Tea: 1:15pm – 1:45pm

📍 Venue: Kasbah Restaurant (Upstairs)
Lillian Ngoyi Road, Morningside, Durban

🎟️ TICKET PRICE:

R390 per person

_Light meal will be served_

📲 BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
WhatsApp Sofia: 081 552 5957

Spaces are limited, so secure your place early!

All Welcome! (Men & Women)

Terms and conditions apply.

Come and explore what it means to care for the self, not simply as an act of personal wellbeing, but as part of a deeper journey towards balance and wholeness.

We look forward to welcoming you!
“Die in this world of fear, and be born in the wor “Die in this world of fear, and be born in the world of love."

- Murshida Shaykha Muzeyyen Vargonen Ansari
WORKSHOP | THE ART OF SELF-CARE – A SUFI PERSPECTI WORKSHOP | THE ART OF SELF-CARE – A SUFI PERSPECTIVE

What does it really mean to care for ourselves?

Join us in Durban for an afternoon of reflection and practical insights as we discover The Art of Self-Care through a Sufi Perspective.

Hosted by AQRT in collaboration with AHHI, this workshop brings together spiritual wisdom and contemporary approaches to wellbeing, exploring how we can nurture ourselves more consciously.

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Shaykha Muzeyyen Ansari - Sufi Healer

Naina Bhika - Neurofeedback Practitioner & Wellness Counsellor

Dr Gillian "Gigi" Rai - Occupational Therapist , Holistic Rehabilitation & Wellness Therapist 

Date: Sunday, 6 December 2026

⏰ Time: 1:15 PM – 5:00 PM
Registration & Welcome Tea: 1:15pm – 1:45pm

📍 Venue: Kasbah Restaurant (Upstairs)
Lillian Ngoyi Road, Morningside, Durban

🎟️ TICKET PRICES

Early Bird Special: R350 per person
Available from 4–8 November 2026

Standard Ticket: R390 per person

Light meal will be served

📲 BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
WhatsApp Sofia: 081 552 5957

Spaces are limited, so secure your place early!

Terms and conditions apply.

Come and explore what it means to care for the self, not simply as an act of personal wellbeing, but as part of a deeper journey towards balance and wholeness.

We look forward to welcoming you!
🎬 MEET NACER KHEMIR, THE FILMMAKER BEHIND LOOKING 🎬 MEET NACER KHEMIR, THE FILMMAKER BEHIND LOOKING FOR MUHYIDDIN.

In this short clip, Khemir shares his reflections on filmmaking, humanity and the beauty of Sufism, offering a glimpse into what inspired him to make Looking for Muhyiddin.

Join us for a special screening of the film, in Cape Town or online worldwide.

📅 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2026

🎬 IN-PERSON | CAPE TOWN
Avalon Theatre, Homecoming Centre, District Six
14:00–17:30 SAST
🎟️ R150
📱 Bookings: Hamieda Mohamed | 064 903 1518

🌍 ONLINE | WATCH WORLDWIDE
Available from 14:00 SAST
🎟️ R150 | USD 10 | EUR 10
Online viewing remains available for 3 days after the screening.

🎟️ BOOK ONLINE VIA QUICKET
Booking link in bio.

Your support contributes to the AQRT South Africa Community Centre fundraising campaign.

Please help us spread the word! ❤️

#LookingForMuhyiddin #NacerKhemir #IbnArabi #Sufism #AQRT
“If there is so much evil in the world, what are w “If there is so much evil in the world, what are we going to do? Being connected to the Source of love and praying for this love to be spread in the world is our greatest weapon."

- Murshida Shaykha Muzeyyen Vargonen Ansari
One fundraiser, two ways to make a difference. ❤️ One fundraiser, two ways to make a difference. ❤️

This past Sunday, our Kariega team held a curry-and-rice fundraiser, with proceeds going towards the AQRT South Africa Community Center.

Supporters also had the option of donating meals, which were distributed through our Soup Kitchen.

Alhamdulillah, our Community Center fundraising total has now reached R1,163,061, or 39% of our R3 million Phase 1 goal! This includes another R15,621 received since our last update through various contributions and fundraising efforts.

Thank you to everyone who supported the fundraiser, donated meals and helped make it possible. ❤️

🔗 Funding appeal and donation links in our bio.

🏦 Direct Deposit
Account Name: The CT Ansari Sustainable Living Organisational Trust 
Bank: Nedbank 
Branch Code: 198765 
Account Number: 102 561 9757 
Reference: SA Center + your surname 
Proof of payment: ct.ansari@gmail.com

Payments are processed in the name of our registered trust, The CT Ansari Sustainable Living Organisational Trust.

🌍 International Donations
Wise / PayPal: aqrtsufi@gmail.com 
Donate online: https://aqrtsufi.org/donate

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness

#AQRT #AQRTSouthAfrica #CommunityCenter #Fundraising #LovePeaceTogethernessInGoodness
“The vibrational frequency of your doing zikr [men “The vibrational frequency of your doing zikr [mentioning Allah’s name repeatedly with intention, contemplation] creates a light that makes a place in your heart. What is in your heart? Sultani Ruh [The Divine Soul] and Ruhani Ruh [The Holy Spirit], the secret of secrets in your heart. The frequency of your zikr creates a nur [light] that opens up these places in your heart. So when doing zikr, it helps to be able to hear your zikr. This zikr gives everlasting life."

- Murshida Shaykha Muzeyyen Vargonen Ansari
This Wednesday! 🌍 Hear from Shaykh Ibrahim Ansari This Wednesday! 🌍

Hear from Shaykh Ibrahim Ansari as he invites you to the October Global Youth Gathering: Dealing with Family.

Got questions? Something to share? Or just want to listen? You’re welcome to join.

📅 21 October 2026 | 8 PM SAST
💻 Online via Zoom
🌍 Ages 13–25 worldwide

To join, contact Nargis: +27 74 547 5098

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness

#AQRT #GlobalYouthGathering #DealingWithFamily
A Global Youth Gathering 🌍 This Wednesday ! A sp A Global Youth Gathering 🌍

This Wednesday !

A special invitation from Shaykh Ibrahim Ansari to join this month's conversation on Dealing with Family.

Whether you have questions, experiences to share or simply want to listen, we'd love for you to join us.

📅 Wednesday, 21 October 2026
🕗 8 PM SAST
💻 Online via Zoom
🌍 For youth aged 13–25 worldwide

To join, contact Nargis : +27 74 547 5098

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness
“The Quran is the book of heart." - Murshida Shay “The Quran is the book of heart."

- Murshida Shaykha Muzeyyen Vargonen Ansari
A Global Youth Gathering 🌍 Just 4 days to go! Ou A Global Youth Gathering 🌍

Just 4 days to go!

Our October conversation, Dealing with Family, is coming up!

Join Shaykh Ibrahim Ansari and Shaykh Nishaat Ahmed Siddiqi for a conversation where you can share your thoughts, ask questions or simply listen.

📅 Wednesday, 21 October 2026
🕗 8 PM SAST
💻 Online via Zoom
🌍 For youth aged 13–25 worldwide

Interested in joining? Contact Nargis: +27 74 547 5098

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
 Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness
More than a building. A home for all of us.❤️ A p More than a building. A home for all of us.❤️

A place to learn, grow, serve and bring people together. A place where the work happening in our communities can continue to grow, for this generation and those to come.

That’s the vision behind the AQRT South Africa Community Center.

Alhamdulillah, we’ve now raised R1,147,440 towards our R3 million Phase 1 goal! That’s 38%, with another R12,400 received since our last update.

If this is something you’d like to be part of, please consider contributing, organizing a fundraiser or sharing the appeal with others. ❤️

🔗 Funding appeal and donation links in our bio.

🏦 Direct Deposit
Account Name: The CT Ansari Sustainable Living Organisational Trust
Bank: Nedbank
Branch Code: 198765
Account Number: 102 561 9757
Reference: SA Center + your surname
Proof of payment: ct.ansari@gmail.com

Payments are processed in the name of our registered trust, The CT Ansari Sustainable Living Organisational Trust.

🌍 International Donations
Wise / PayPal: aqrtsufi@gmail.com
Donate online: https://aqrtsufi.org/donate

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness

#AQRT #AQRTSouthAfrica #CommunityCentre #Fundraising #LovePeaceTogethernessInGoodness
A Global Youth Gathering 🌎 October Conversation: A Global Youth Gathering 🌎

October Conversation: Dealing with Family

When you think of family, who comes to mind?

The people you grew up with? The friends you feel closest to? Or those with whom you share a deep sense of belonging?

Family can mean different things to different people. But how do we navigate these relationships as we grow, change, and find our place in the world?

In this video, Shaykh Ibrahim Ansari explores the different ways we experience family and the relationships that shape our lives.

Watch his message, reflect on your own experiences, and join Shaykh Ibrahim Ansari and Shaykh Nishaat Ahmed Siddiqi for an open conversation at this month's Global Youth Gathering.

📅 Wednesday, 21 October 2026
🕗 8 PM SAST
💻 Online via Zoom
🌍 Youth aged 13–25 from around the world

To join, contact Nargis: +27 74 547 5098

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness
WHO WAS MUHYIDDIN IBN ARABI? Scholar, mystic and WHO WAS MUHYIDDIN IBN ARABI?

Scholar, mystic and poet, Muhyiddin Ibn Arabi was one of the most influential figures in Islamic mysticism.

Born in Andalusia in 1165, he travelled widely across the Muslim world, encountering teachers, seekers and different traditions in his search for knowledge and spiritual understanding.

His writings explored profound questions around love, knowledge, the human being and the Divine, ideas that continue to be studied and discussed today.

His life, teachings and legacy are at the heart of Looking for Muhyiddin, a film by renowned Tunisian filmmaker Nacer Khemir.

🎬 LOOKING FOR MUHYIDDIN | A SPECIAL SCREENING

22 November 2026

🌍 ONLINE | WATCH WORLDWIDE

From 14:00 SAST
ZAR 150 | USD 10 | EUR 10

Can’t watch at 14:00 SAST? Online viewing remains available for 3 days after the screening.

📍 *IN-PERSON | CAPE TOWN*
Avalon Theatre, Homecoming Centre, District Six
14:00–17:30 SAST
ZAR 150

🎟️ Book online via the link in our bio.

This special screening is held in support of the AQRT South Africa Community Centre.
“Love of Allah is meant for the whole world, and b “Love of Allah is meant for the whole world, and belief in Allah is meant for the whole world. It applies to personhood, not genderhood. It is not different for male or female. We all need Allah’s Love. And whoever feels this within their heart, they are welcome to come forth. Nobody, based on gender or their life, has been disregarded by Allah."

- Murshida Shaykha Muzeyyen Vargonen Ansari
FULLY BOOKED! 🌿 We are delighted to announce that FULLY BOOKED! 🌿

We are delighted to announce that the Sufi Wellness Retreat 2026 with Shaykha Muzeyyen Vargonen Ansari is now fully booked!

📍 Beautiful KZN Midlands 
🗓️ 8–10 December 2026

🌿 This retreat is an invitation to pause, become present, and awaken to a deeper way of perceiving ourselves, creation, and the Creator.

Rooted in the timeless wisdom of Sufism, we will explore how a change in perception can transform the heart, deepen our presence, and bring greater peace, purpose, and awareness into our daily lives.

🌸 Theme

Perception and Presence
_Perception is the doorway to Presence_

✨ Retreat Highlights
🌿 Sufi Nature Walk
🥋 Introduction to Silat (Sufi Martial Arts)
🤝 Reflection, connection, and time in nature

2026 Retreat Fee: R4,700 per person (sharing)

Optional pre-retreat stay:
7 December – R1,250 per person (sharing)

Retreat includes:
🏡 Accommodation
🍽️ Breakfast and dinner
📜 Full Sufi Wellness Programme

📌 Age: 14 years and older

2026 booking terms:
R800 non-refundable deposit per person. Full payment required to confirm reservations. T&Cs apply.

For retreat enquiries:
📱 WhatsApp: 083 715 5823
✉️ Email: gerdi786@yahoo.com

🌸 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has booked and shown interest in this year's retreat.

🌍 All are welcome. Come as you are, and leave with a new way of seeing.
🎬 LOOKING FOR MUHYIDDIN A film by Nacer Khemir A 🎬 LOOKING FOR MUHYIDDIN
A film by Nacer Khemir

A glimpse into this beautiful and contemplative film about the great mystic Muhyiddin Ibn Arabi.

A special screening in support of the AQRT South Africa Community Centre.

📅 Sunday, 22 November 2026

🌍 ONLINE | WATCH WORLDWIDE
⏰ From 14:00 SAST
🎟️ ZAR 150 | USD 10 | EUR 10

🎬 IN-PERSON | CAPE TOWN
📍 Avalon Theatre, Homecoming Centre, District Six
⏰ 14:00–17:30 SAST
🎟️ ZAR 150
📱 Bookings: Hamieda Mohamed | 064 903 1518

Can’t watch at 14:00 SAST? Online viewing remains available for 3 days after the screening.

🎟️ BOOK ONLINE VIA THE LINK IN OUR BIO.

Limited seats available for the Cape Town screening.
“Ya Hayy [O Living One]. Be alive with Allah’s ene “Ya Hayy [O Living One]. Be alive with Allah’s energy."

- Murshida Shaykha Muzeyyen Vargonen Ansari
A Global Youth Gathering 🌍 October Conversation: D A Global Youth Gathering 🌍
October Conversation: Dealing with Family

We can love our families and still not always understand each other.
Sometimes we disagree. Sometimes we see things differently. Sometimes it can be hard to explain how we feel or understand where someone else is coming from.

So how do we navigate these moments and still stay connected?

Join Shaykh Ibrahim Ansari and Shaykh Nishaat Ahmed Siddiqi for an open conversation about Dealing with Family.

This is a space to share what you think, ask questions, hear different perspectives, or simply listen.

📅 Wednesday, 21 October 2026
🕗 8 PM SAST
💻 Online via Zoom
🌍 For youth aged 13–25 worldwide

To join, contact Nargis: +27 74 547 5098

Come as you are. Your
perspective matters.

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness
AQRT South Africa Community Center | Fundraising U AQRT South Africa Community Center | Fundraising Update ❤️

R1,135,040 raised and counting.

Another R53,376 has come in since our last update, through donations and fundraising efforts taking place across our communities.

Every donation, fundraiser and share helps move the Community Center forward. Thank you to everyone playing a part. ❤️

If you’d like to contribute or learn more, visit the link in our bio.

Ya Wadud Ya Salaam Ya Jami Ya Nafi
Love, Peace, Togetherness in Goodness

#AQRT #AQRTSouthAfrica #CommunityCentre #Fundraising #LovePeaceTogethernessInGoodness
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