FREDIE: Inclusion of Your Muslim Employees, Learners, Service Users, and Customers This Eid
Eid is one of the most significant celebrations for Muslims worldwide, marking the end of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) or the conclusion of Hajj (Eid al-Adha). For Muslim employees, it is a time of joy, prayer, and togetherness with family and the wider community. However, balancing workplace commitments during Eid can sometimes be challenging.
What happens during Eid?
Solat Chaudhry, CEO of the National Centre for Diversity, describes Eid as a family event cherished by Muslims, akin to Christmas in the UK. He humorously notes the similarities in family dynamics, such as boorish relatives, excess food, and excited children. Eid involves a large family gathering, starting with a mosque visit and followed by a big meal and lively conversations, creating a nostalgic and joyous atmosphere.