RTR (Rise Through Recitation) rose as an initiative in 2020 to help create a platform for females to recite the Qur’ān, especially for the month of Ramaḍān. Qur'ān recitation peaks during this blessed month, but we noticed a need in the community - local and online - for a more disciplined and structured approach to maximising the benefits of this holy month. By setting up an online platform (via Zoom), sisters are given a fixed time slot during which they log in and recite (either aloud or silently). The flexibility of Zoom also gives the option of muting oneself or keeping the microphone on.

Essentially the platform creates a small hub of individuals who have gathered to recite Qur'ān at the same time together, but in an intimate environment that gives them privacy. The benefit of this is that the sister is encouraged to set aside this particular time, despite busy Ramaḍān schedules, for reciting. Introductory encouragement and concluding reflections are also added by the session coordinator so that the sisters have something to think about after the session expires. Additionally, special tajwīd guidance and tutelage have been added to the structure on a weekly basis so that help is accessible to those who wish to improve their tajwīd while reciting.

To register your interest for the upcoming Ramaḍān sessions (1445AH corresp. 2024), please do so here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwXVmJ3nE_nvNwlFf8xtaXLeoytJFXx__96VvfrUhLXj_BmA/viewform