{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Do Local Good","title":"How Relational Hospitality Builds Belonging","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1476,"description":"How Relational Hospitality Builds Belonging About the Episode What if community care felt less like an appointment and more like coming home?  In this episode of Do Local Good, host Vasu sits down with Omar, Ibrahim, and Ali from IslamicFamily (IFSSA) to explore how relational hospitality is reshaping support across the Edmonton community. Together, they share how the organization centres relationships over transactions in its approach to community care. From thoughtfully designed spaces that reduce stress and foster trust, to delivering services in multiple languages that meet newcomers where they are, the conversation highlights how environment and approach directly influence outcomes. The team shares how Empower U moves beyond short-term assistance by equipping participants with culturally relevant financial literacy to help break cycles of poverty.  The discussion also explores The Green Room, a youth initiative designed as a “third space” — not school, not mosque, not home — but a welcoming environment where young people can explore identity, faith, and community without judgment. In a time marked by increasing isolation, these relational spaces do more than provide services; they cultivate belonging.  This episode invites listeners to reconsider what effective social services look like and asks: What becomes possible when care is rooted in relationship rather than transaction? Featured Programs and Resources IslamicFamily IslamicFamily supports individuals and families in the Edmonton area through compassionate, culturally sensitive care that helps the whole person flourish. Their programs span essential needs support, counselling, youth initiatives like The Green Room, newcomer services, and financial literacy education. Their work uplifts the community by offering comprehensive, culturally grounded support and safe spaces where people can connect, grow, and thrive. Learn More → https://www.islamicfamily.ca/ The Green Room The Green Room is an...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/FI-2dfnJWZg0REAasnKRPqMsM4SS-vmkhx1C7qkuNwY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wMDli/NjQ3N2Q2MWMxZjJj/MTVjNzc2ODJhMjEw/NDk3NC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}