summer 2026
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Strengthening the Workforce Serving Muslim Communities
FAITH is building a national platform to improve pay, working conditions, professional development, and standards for Imams, Islamic teachers, and holistic support workers (paid staff/volunteers).
The Challenge
Why this matters
The workforce serving Muslim communities across the UK faces systemic challenges that impact service quality, professional satisfaction, and community outcomes.
“Without national data, it’s hard to advocate for meaningful change. That’s why we’re building the first ever Inclusive and comprehensive workforce report.”
— Atia Lokhat, Founder
Declaration Statement:
Statistics are updated regularly as new survey responses are received.
The statistics of what some of your surveys questions have shown so far :
77%
believe the next generation won’t pursue careers in Islamic community roles due to current conditions
70%
need multiple jobs to manage UK living costs
74%
are UK-born
45%
felt they lacked sufficient safeguarding and mental health training
Our Target:
Our goal is to receive 500 survey responses. Once this target is reached, we will publish the final report.
What we do
Our mission
Six pillars driving systemic change for the workforce serving Muslim communities.
Fair Pay & Conditions
Advocate for fair pay and improved working conditions across all roles for both genders
Professional Development
Promote professional development through accessible training and incentives.
National Standards
Raise national standards of Islamic education and community services.
Job Opportunities
Create pathways to upgrade skills and qualifications — open to educators and coaches of all faiths.
Interfaith Collaboration
Encourage meaningful interfaith collaboration to strengthen leadership and community impact.
Have Your Say
FAITH UK Workforce & Standards Survey
FAITH is conducting a national survey to understand pay, working conditions, and development needs of Imams, Islamic teachers, and holistic support workers (paid staff/volunteers) across the UK.
Your anonymous responses will inform the FAITH Workforce & Standards Report, launching at the FAITH Launch Event (Summer 2026 — details TBC).