But the righteous women are those who are devout, who are guardians of the unseen by that which Allah has guarded it. (The Quran, chapter The Women, 4:34)

Guardians of the Unseen workshop is based on Imam Fode's newly released book. The goal of the workshop aims to define in all simplicity the role God has assigned to women and men in the scheme of the purpose of creation. As God describes women, they are the guardians. What is the guardianship? What do they guard? What is the relationship between guardianship and prophethood?

Retreat attendees receive exclusive first access to purchase this limited-print book!

About the Workshop

In a world filled with shifting narratives, true clarity comes from engaging directly with the Divine word. Using Surah An-Nisa (4:34) as a focal point, Imam Fode Drame will guide participants through the linguistic nuances, historical context, and ethical implications of being "guardians of the unseen."

This retreat moves beyond superficial readings to uncover the theological and character-building dimensions of protection, mutual care, authority, and dignity within family and community life.

About the Speakers

Imam Fode Drame is an esteemed scholar, prolific author, linguist, and Quranic exegete. He is the founder of the Zawiyah Foundation in Vancouver, BC, and Masina Publications. Known for his compassionate and character-focused teaching style, Imam Fode’s work centers on providing the spiritual building blocks for human character through the wisdom of the Glorious Quran.

Shaykha Ieasha Prime is a traditionally trained Islamic scholar, educator, and activist who pursued her studies in Arabic, Quran, and traditional Islamic sciences in Egypt and Tarim, Yemen. She serves as the founder and Executive Director of the Yan Taru Project and is a widely respected speaker dedicated to spiritual development, Islamic scholarship, and women's empowerment.