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This year, we demand an end to apostophobia, because leaving Islam is a human right!
Apostophobia, or the fear, hatred, discomfort with, hostility towards, or discrimination against apostates, is rampant in
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This year, we demand an end to apostophobia, because leaving Islam is a human right!
Apostophobia, or the fear, hatred, discomfort with, hostility towards, or discrimination against apostates, is rampant in Muslim families and Islamic states because apostasy is a forbidden and punishable sin in Islam, by death according to Shariah.
With no or restricted access to support, safety and freedom, Ex-Muslims are continuing to suffer hateful, violent and fatal consequences like being disowned, abused, imprisoned or even killed, just for leaving Islam.
This Ex-Muslim Awareness Month in December 2024, we invite you to share your stories of apostophobia, amplify Ex-Muslim voices, and join in calling an end to the hate and harm people experience for leaving Islam!
2024 Ex-Muslim Awareness Month Hashtags
#EndApostophobia #ExMuslimAwarenessMonth
Definition of Apostophobia:
Apostophobia is the fear, hatred, discomfort with, hostility to, or discrimination against Apostates. This sentiment is a form or racism and a person who harbours it is called an Apostophobic. Apostates are described as people who have left a religious in-group to join an out-group, left their religious in-group and became non-religious, or left a religious out-group to join another out-group.
About Ex-Muslim Awareness Month
Ex-Muslim Awareness Month was born out of the Ex-Muslim Subreddit and organized for the first time in 2022 by Haram Doodles! Together with a coalition of Ex-Muslims, including content creators, organisations, and communities of apostates worldwide, this month is dedicated to raising awareness of Ex-Muslims, celebrating the right to apostasy, and advocating for our freedom to leave Islam.
Held immediately after “Islamophobia Awareness Month” in November, Ex-Muslim Awareness Month shines a light on the unique challenges faced by those who have left Islam. For many, this decision comes with life-altering consequences — from community rejection and isolation to threats of violence, persecution, and even death.
Why Ex-Muslim Awareness Month?
For Ex-Muslims, leaving Islam is often a journey fraught with danger, trauma, and loss of community. Apostasy is forbidden in Islam, and leaving the faith can lead to ostracisation, harm, or even state-sanctioned punishment. Most Ex-Muslims are forced to remain hidden to protect themselves from serious risks. This month provides a crucial space for raising awareness, offering support, and promoting the right to freedom of belief.
Get Involved and Support Ex-Muslim Awareness Month by:
Following and amplifying Ex-Muslim voices on social media using hashtags #ExMuslimMonth, #ExMuslimAwarenessMonth, and #ExMuslimAwarenessMonth2024 #EndApostophobia.
Learning about Ex-Muslims and the challenges they face. If you’re unfamiliar, start with googling “apostasy in Islam” or explore Ex-Muslim communities on Reddit, Discord, and Telegram.
Joining a local or online Ex-Muslim organisation, volunteering, or donating to Ex-Muslim causes.
Advocating safely for Ex-Muslim rights within your own communities, among friends, or even on a policy level.
Let’s work together to make sure that no one has to live in fear for questioning or leaving their faith. This month and beyond, get to know Ex-Muslims, learn about our stories, and support our journey toward freedom and acceptance.
Join monthly support groups to talk about issues that affect ex-Muslims.
CEMB currently has one 90-minute online session on the first Wednesday of every month, 6.30-8.00pm UK time and
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Join monthly support groups to talk about issues that affect ex-Muslims.
CEMB currently has one 90-minute online session on the first Wednesday of every month, 6.30-8.00pm UK time and a woman’s support group on the second Wednesday of every month, 6.30-8.00pm UK time. The sessions are led by Counselling Psychologist Dr SAVIN BAPIR-TARDY.
If you have never attended a session before, please email hello@ex-muslim.org.uk.
Join monthly support groups to talk about issues that affect ex-Muslims.
CEMB currently has one 90-minute online session on the first Wednesday of every month, 6.30-8.00pm UK time and
Event Details
Join monthly support groups to talk about issues that affect ex-Muslims.
CEMB currently has one 90-minute online session on the first Wednesday of every month, 6.30-8.00pm UK time and a woman’s support group on the second Wednesday of every month, 6.30-8.00pm UK time. The sessions are led by Counselling Psychologist Dr SAVIN BAPIR-TARDY.
If you have never attended a session before, please email hello@ex-muslim.org.uk.