Jobs and Income

January 15, 2026 2 mins

Can I Work in a Kindergarten That Celebrates Non-Muslim Religious Holidays?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat Question Can I work in a kindergarten that celebrates non-Muslim religious holidays? Answer I pray you are well. As long as you are not actively involved in celebrating or commemorating those religious holidays, it should be fine to work there. The key issue is active participation in religious acts that contradict […]
December 6, 2025 4 mins

Is Zakat Due on an Employer-Funded Workplace Pension?

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question Do I have to pay zakat on my workplace pension scheme in the UK if its value exceeds the nisab, considering that it is a defined contribution plan funded solely by my employer? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. May Allah reward you abundantly […]
December 6, 2025 2 mins

Is It Permissible to Work as a Compliance Analyst at an Interest-Based Brokerage...

Answered by Shaykh Muhammad Carr Question Is it permissible to work as a compliance analyst at a brokerage firm that derives part of its income from interest-based transactions, given that my responsibilities would be limited to ensuring regulatory and ethical compliance rather than participating in any trading activities? Answer In the Name of Allah, the […]
December 2, 2025 2 mins

Is Screenwriting For Films And Documentaries Halal For Muslims?

Answered by Mawlana Ilyas Patel Question Is it permissible to work as a screenwriter for films or documentaries, and what guidelines should be observed? Answer In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful and Compassionate. I hope you are in good health and faith. Thank you for your question. Working as a screenwriter for films […]
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