In a surprising and radical gesture, Hafsa has herself stepped into the fray as the Arab world’s first ever polygamy coach. Born out of her own experience as a second wife, Hafsa’s coaching platform offers help to women who face a maze of emotional and social issues in polygamous marriages. Her aim is to bring about mutual understanding, effective communication, and strength for co-wives.
Hafsa’s coaching is about preparing women emotionally and mentally for polygamy, teaching them about jealousy, time-sharing, family dynamics, and self-worth. She tackles the taboo subject through workshops, online sessions, and social media interaction while providing a safe space for discussion. Her message is simple: polygamy, when entered into with mutual respect and faith, can work for some families.
Her boss has evoked strong reactions all over the continent. While a few commend her for empowering females in a classic patriarchal set-up, others attack her as bringing back something that they feel is anachronistic. Hafsa insists that she is not promoting polygamy but assisting women already in these unions to stay positive and overcome challenges.
With a bigger audience and a rise in demand for her services, Hafsa aims to transform public opinions about polygamy and stimulate constructive conversation among families. Her mission reflects a transformation in how contemporary Muslim women are gaining empowerment, even in traditionally defined marriage setups.
