FAQ's

Why are your spaces mixed?
Because the Prophet’s ﷺ community model was integrated. In his mosque, women and men learned, prayed, advised, and served side by side. Segregation is a later cultural habit - not a Qur’anic injunction. Preserving the ummah’s unity and accessibility takes precedence over inherited formality for us.

Is this a mosque or a religious institution?
No. Beyt al-Adl is not a masjid, madrasa, or substitute for either. It is a community space - a setting for learning, reflection, and connection - grounded in prophetic ethics and public service.

What does “principled and safe” mean?
We have clear boundaries rooted in adab (Islamic etiquette): respect, modesty, consent, and accountability. Our circles are not always “open socials”; they are intentional spaces of reflection and solidarity.

Do I need to be very practising to attend?
No. Beyt al-Adl welcomes Muslims at all stages of their journey - those learning, reconnecting, or rooted. What matters is sincerity, humility, and respect for others.

What if I wear hijab / don’t wear hijab / am unsure how I’ll fit in?
You’re welcome. We do not measure religiosity by appearance. We cultivate dignity, not judgement.

Are non-Muslims allowed?
Select sessions - such as solidarity events, lectures, or community meals - may be open to non-Muslim's. Qur’an circles and spiritual gatherings remain Muslim-only unless stated otherwise.

Why link religion with activism or social justice?
Because the Qur’an commands it. “Stand firmly for justice, even against yourselves.” (4:135)
The Prophet ﷺ lived faith through care for the poor, the oppressed, and the stranger. Justice is not an optional “cause” - it is a form of ʿibādah (worship).

Is this a political project?
Not partisan, but deeply ethical. We are unapologetically concerned with the welfare of our communities, the defence of the oppressed, and the prophetic imperative to speak truth to power.

Who organises Beyt al-Adl?
Beyt al-Adl is a community initiative under Al-Adli Justice (Pro Bono) - an abolitionist legal and educational project supporting marginalised communities.

Can I volunteer or host a circle in my city?
Yes. After the Newcastle pilot, we’ll invite expressions of interest from other UK cities. Register your interest via the form below to help us assess demand and build a support network.

Is there gender etiquette at events?
Yes - grounded in prophetic adab, not separation. We encourage natural interaction with courtesy, sincerity, and humility.

Is this a Sufi, Salafi, or reformist project?
None of the above - and all of them in spirit. We draw from the full breadth of the ummah’s heritage, anchored in Qur’an and Sunnah, without factional allegiance