About

Our Philosophy

Healing is not meant to be done alone.
We are reclaiming the wisdom of collective healing—centering Muslim women in a space that honors our bodies, our spiritual traditions, and our ancestral ways of being together.
Through somatics, breath, and presence, we return home to ourselves and to the Divine.

Embody Sakina is a space for:

Meet the Founders

Iman Boundaoui

Founder & Thought Leader

Iman is a somatic practitioner, writer, and embodiment guide. She is committed to the decolonization and re-spiritualization of somatics—integrating sacred movement, prophetic presence, and ancestral wisdom into modern healing practices. Her work bridges trauma recovery with embodied prayer, offering Muslim women pathways to deeper healing.

Hashir Faiz

Co-Founder & Digital Strategist

Hashir leads the digital strategy and operations of The Sakina Institute, ensuring accessibility, seamless user experience, and growth. Their expertise integrates technology with the institute’s vision, creating an intuitive space where healing, connection, and community flourish through innovation and thoughtful design.