Building a Brighter Future for Africa's Muslim Women
Equipping Muslim women with skills, mentorship, and opportunities to lead, thrive, and break barriers.
Beyond the Stereotypes began over five years ago with a bold mission: to support Muslim women in Africa by creating space for their growth in professional and personal development.
Since then, we’ve grown into a thriving community that has:
Reached 250+ young Muslim women; delivered multiple impactful webinars and workshops; and connected members to career mentors and job opportunities.
Yet, millions of women across the continent are still underserved and underrepresented. That’s why we’re partnering with institutions, educators, and changemakers to bridge the gap—one empowered woman at a time.
WHAT WE DO
Programs & Projects
BTS Monthly Disco
A monthly interactive session where members explore topics like career clarity, mental health, personal finance, and professional growth.
BTS Skill Hub
A mentor-mentee program connecting Muslim women to professionals across fields like tech, science, engineering, and business for guidance and upskilling.
Community Outreach
Initiatives aimed at empowering women in underserved communities by providing access to education and self-development resources.
BTS Campus Ambassador
A network of undergraduate volunteers who guide fellow Muslim students to engage with professional and volunteer opportunities on campus.
Our Impact
What some of our community members are saying
I really love how open everyone gets about their journey and challenges and also how intentional the executive tries to help members grow in their respective space. For me, the community is always a reminder that progress is possible and there are people out there that are getting things done and also willing to help.
Rahmat Alao-Salaam
Graduate student/Pharmacist
University of Ibadan/ Hamygdalin Pharmacy
My experience has been fantastic. The rebranding this year has brought the community in a even better light. I have been able to get access to opportunities, different journal prompts, learn from the various stories shared and got an avenue to share my story too.
Khadijat Alade
Law Graduate
University of Ibadan
It has been amazing and nothing short of excellence I might have been too busy to participate in all programs but the ones I get to attend are very very nice. I love the fact that I have a go to place to talk about things bothering me without being judged. Jazakumullahu kayran BTS.
Zulaykha Sulaiman
CEO
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I really love how open everyone gets about their journey and challenges and also how intentional the executive tries to help members grow in their respective space. For me, the community is always a reminder that progress is possible and there are people out there that are getting things done and also willing to help.
Rahmat Alao-Salaam
Graduate student/Pharmacist
University of Ibadan/ Hamygdalin Pharmacy
My experience has been fantastic. The rebranding this year has brought the community in a even better light. I have been able to get access to opportunities, different journal prompts, learn from the various stories shared and got an avenue to share my story too.
Khadijat Alade
Law Graduate
University of Ibadan
It has been amazing and nothing short of excellence I might have been too busy to participate in all programs but the ones I get to attend are very very nice. I love the fact that I have a go to place to talk about things bothering me without being judged. Jazakumullahu kayran BTS.