The Muslim Community in the UK is unique because it is composed of people from all over the world, each with their own special features. It is appreciated that matters relating to the practice of Islam are, to a large extent, common and shared by all Muslims. However, indications are that many Muslims are often unable to give appropriate advice to converts. Though this may appear to be of minor consequence, bad or uninformed advice can lead to confusion in the short term and, in key areas such as identity, relationship with ones family and friends and marriage can, in the long-term, be devastatingly traumatic.

Drawing on experiece and Islamic knowledge the Project has established itself as a vital source for advice, counselling and support. It is keen to equip its network support volunteers with the skills to provide a service locally on a one to one basis as well as nationally.

The most sought after information are the procedures related to conversion and its aftermath, maintaining relationships with non-Muslim family and friends, addressing hostility and confrontation sensitively, marriage and family life, accessing Islamic knowledge and Arabic, and the general need to discuss the doubts, fears, hopes and aspirations of life as a new Muslim.