Muslim women in Ontario continue to face unique and often overlooked challenges in the workplace especially those who wear hijab, niqab, or abaya. These experiences often sit at the intersection of gender, religion, and race, resulting in a distinct form of discrimination that includes both gendered Islamophobia and workplace sexual harassment.
Through this initiative, we are committed to providing comprehensive legal support and public education to Muslim women across Ontario. We work to ensure that women facing these intersecting forms of discrimination have access to trauma-informed legal advice, culturally competent referrals, and targeted workshops that help them understand and assert their rights at work.
Through this project, we’re offering:
One-on-one summary legal advice from experienced lawyers.
Referrals to legal representation where appropriate.
Public Legal Education (PLE) workshops focused on rights, protections, and how to navigate workplace challenges.
Culturally relevant resources in multiple languages.
Community outreach to raise awareness about the specific issues Muslim women face in professional settings.
How You Can Get Involved
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Share Your Story
Your experience matters. Help raise awareness by sharing your story—anonymously or openly.
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Attend A Workshop
Learn your rights. Join a free workshop built for Muslim women navigating workplace discrimination.
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Book A Legal Consultation
Facing issues at work? Speak one-on-one with a lawyer who understands your experience.
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Partner With Us
Are you an organization supporting Muslim women? Join us to address gendered Islamophobia at work.
Upcoming Events
Understanding Workplace Harassment & Discrimination
April 23rd, 2025 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Do You Know Your Rights at Work as a Muslim Woman? If you’re unsure—you’re not alone.
Join us for an empowering session created specifically for Muslim women to explore what workplace harassment and discrimination can look like, and what steps you can take if it happens to you. You deserve to feel safe, supported, and informed.
Muslim women deserve safe, respectful workplaces.
If you have experienced or witnessed gendered Islamophobia, workplace discrimination, or harassment, please fill out our intake form to get connected with a lawyer.
MLSC is here to support Muslim women facing discrimination based on both faith and gender, especially in the workplace. Once we receive your intake form, our team will review it and contact you about next steps.
Your privacy and confidentiality are our priority—your information will never be shared without your consent.
For questions or support, contact us at info@muslimlegalcentre.ca.
This initiative is funded by Justice Canada as part of the Empowering Muslim Women: Addressing Gendered Islamophobia and Workplace Sexual Harassment project.