19-07-2025
Al Salaam's health, wellness initiatives for Filipino Muslim Reverts in Qatar
Tribune news Network
Doha
Al Salaam International Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of Filipino Muslim Reverts (Balik Islam) in Qatar, has launched a comprehensive Health and Wellness program aimed at fostering physical well-being and community engagement.
Founded in 2007, Al Salaam continues to expand its holistic approach to support its members — treating health and wellness as an Amanah (trust) and a vital aspect of personal and spiritual growth.
The newly launched initiatives include structured Fitness Training, regular Health Monitoring, and a dynamic Sports program.
Most recently, Al Salaam successfully concluded its Second Annual Sports Fest, a well-attended event that featured competitions in Bowling, Billiards, Chess, Dama (Checkers), Darts, and Table Tennis.
The Sports Fest served as a platform not only for physical activity but also for strengthening camaraderie among members. In partnership with Healthspan, a wellness movement led by medical and allied healthcare professionals, Al Salaam offers weekly Fitness Training sessions. Certified instructors lead separate programs for men and women, ensuring culturally appropriate and effective training environments.
Men engage in rigorous physical training routines, while women train under a fellow Balik Islam sister and certified Kickboxing specialist, promoting empowerment through self-defense and fitness.
'These programs are more than just physical activities—they are expressions of our responsibility to care for our bodies,' said Neil 'Abdulkareem' Santillan, President of Al Salaam. 'We aim to build a healthier, stronger, and more connected community.'
With these initiatives, Al Salaam underscores its unwavering commitment to the physical, spiritual, and social well-being of the Balik Islam community in Qatar.
