Parenting support or classes offered
Assesses whether the organization provides courses, workshops, or support groups to equip parents with skills and knowledge for raising children within a framework of Islamic values and positive parenting practices. In Islam, children are considered a sacred amanah (trust), making effective tarbiyah (nurturing and education) essential for family harmony. By empowering caregivers through these educational resources, the organization actively supports the maqasid (higher objectives) of hifz al-nasl (preservation of lineage) and cultivates a righteous, well-balanced society.
| Metric | Parenting Program KPIs |
|---|---|
| Target | See Criterion KPI/Measure |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Method | Multiple metrics (Attendance, Satisfaction, PSOC, Follow-up) |
| Unit | Percentage/Count |
Level 1: Initial/Ad-hoc
Ad-hoc or Informal Support: Parenting support is non-existent or limited to occasional, informal advice or one-off lectures without a structured plan.
Level 2: Developing
Foundational Offerings: The organization offers standalone workshops or talks on parenting topics on a semi-regular basis, but without a cohesive curriculum.
Level 3: Established
Structured Program: A defined parenting program or course series with a clear curriculum is established and offered regularly. Content explicitly integrates Islamic principles with positive parenting techniques.
Level 4: Advanced
Integrated & Assessed Program: Program is integrated with family support services, meets defined KPI targets, publishes ‘You said, we did’, and demonstrates positive short‑term outcomes via pre/post measures and documented follow‑ups.
Level 5: Optimizing
Leading & Innovative Practice: Recognized leader producing open resources, delivering train‑the‑trainer, publishing outcomes (including longitudinal follow‑up ≥6–12 months), and supporting other orgs through partnerships/mentoring.
Organisation Types
By Organisation Size
| Size | Applicability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Micro | optional | Specific service offering; formal credentials, curriculum design, and trauma-informed requirements are disproportionate for volunteer-run groups. |
| Small | partial | If offered, expectations scale down; may rely on experienced volunteers rather than formally accredited practitioners, and trauma-informed training may be basic. |
| Medium | full | |
| Large | full | |
| Major | full |
Applicable When
- The organization has a mandate to serve families or children.
- The organization has access to qualified parenting educators.
- There is a demonstrated need for parenting support within the community the organization serves.
- If internal delivery is not viable, the organization has an MOU to host, co‑deliver, or regularly signpost to qualified providers, with quality assurance over safeguarding and content.
Not Applicable When
- The organization's primary focus is completely unrelated to family welfare or education (e.g., a Zakat distribution body or a Halal certification body).
- The organization lacks the resources or expertise to provide effective parenting support.
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