Women of Light

Portraits of the Companions promised Paradise

The stories of the Sahabiyyāt are not distant history. They are spiritual blueprints. In every one of them, we find echoes of ourselves: seekers, carers, teachers, protectors, believers.

Through their stories, you’ll discover not just who they were, but how to live with clarity, strength, and light as a woman of faith today.

• What faith looks like when lived through both hardship and joy

• What feminine dignity means within a prophetic worldview

• How women shaped — and were central to — the earliest Islamic community

Whether you’re seeking reconnection, clarity, or simply the warmth of a space centred around remarkable women, Women of Light invites you into reflection, depth, and quiet strength.

Authentic Knowledge from Qualified Female Scholars

Every Katiba Collective course is led by female scholars trained and authorised in the Islamic sciences, offering you a blend of authenticity, structure, and depth.
This self-contained course only needs your preparation and presence, there are no exams or assignments. Each session includes required pre-readings to ensure you arrive ready to engage deeply with the lives and legacies of the women studied.

Why Take the Women of Light Course?

✔ Learn Through Legacy: Discover the lives of over two dozen women who walked alongside the Prophet ﷺ - leaders, mothers, teachers, and believers whose stories still speak to the heart today.

✔ Fiqh in Context: Where relevant, explore essential rulings as they naturally arise in the lives of these women, giving you practical Islamic knowledge grounded in lived experience.

✔ Beyond Biography: Go deeper than names and dates. This course uncovers the psychology, wisdom, and spiritual substance behind the choices these women made.

✔ Taught by Female Scholars: All sessions are delivered by qualified female scholars trained in the Islamic sciences, offering depth, authenticity, and a uniquely feminine lens.

✔ No Exams, No Pressure: This course is reflective, educational, and practical; simply come prepared through pre-readings and engage with the material and stories during each session.

✔ In-Person & Online Options: Attend live in Melbourne or join from anywhere with full online access. Female-only, always.

Course Details

Instructor
Rahmah Ilahee

Course Duration
29 July – 14 October 2025 (12 weeks)

Session Format
In-person (Fawkner, VIC) + Online for distant participants

Class Timing
Tuesdays, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (AEST – Melbourne time)

Course Fee
$239 AUD

Course Eligibility
Committed women and older girls seeking depth and clarity in their faith from female role models.

Recordings
Available for all registered students for the duration of the course

Assessment
No exams or assignments
Weekly pre-readings provided