Why is there so much controversy and suspicion placed around muslim charities?

Is the criticism fair or totally unjust?

And how hard is it really to jump from a corporate career into the charity sector?

My guest today on the Minotaur's Maze podcast is is Kashif Shabir who has over 15 years’ experience in the social impact and charity sector.

As former CEO of Muslim Aid, he shares his experience transitioning from a successful corporate career to the charity sector. He discusses the challenges and sacrifices involved in making this transition, including financial considerations and the impact on his family.

Kashif emphasises the importance of intention and faith in making such a decision. He also highlights the similarities between running a charity and running a business, noting the need for strategic management and the challenges of restructuring.

Kashif shares his personal experience of leading a restructuring process and the emotional toll it took on him. He emphasises the importance of self-reflection, seeking guidance, and surrounding oneself with supportive mentors during challenging times.

Kashif also addresses the negative connotations associated with charities and emphasises that scandals are not prevalent and are often unfair.

In this conversation, Kashif Shabir discusses the challenges and misconceptions surrounding the charity sector, particularly in the Muslim community. He addresses the perception that there are more scandals in the Muslim charity sector compared to non-Muslim charities, emphasising that this is not the case.

Kashif also highlights the importance of transparency and communication in the charity sector, particularly when it comes to donor expectations and the use of celebrities for fundraising. He suggests that implementing blockchain technology could enhance transparency and accountability in charitable giving.

Kashif concludes by offering advice to individuals struggling with their own charitable endeavours, encouraging them to be brave, have faith, and make a change with good intentions.

You can find out more about Kashif Shabir by connecting in the following way: https://ethicalltd.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kshabir/

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