The elephant in the room...
Muslim Employment Charter (MEC) - why focus specifically on Muslims?
No other faith group faces such uniform and impactful faith obligations that directly intersect with the working day as Muslims do.
They must perform daily prayers (three out of five daily prayers falling within typical office hours), perform Wudu (ablution) before each prayer, and navigate social and networking events that are often centred around alcohol.
Due to a significant knowledge gap, many employers are unaware of these common obligations and challenges. As a result, many Muslim professionals face inadequate accommodations, especially when transitioning to a new employer or team.
MEC helps employers bridge this knowledge gap and create an environment that better harmonises unique faith obligations with professional aspirations.
Tomorrow, we'll explain what are the ROI's for employers who become MEC accredited; stay tuned :)