About

The Halal Resource Group, Inc. (HRG), specializes in providing Halal products and services for the food & products, arts & culture, healthcare, and tourism industries.

We serve a wide array of institutions, including:

  • Public and private schools
  • Universities
  • Hospitals
  • Prisons
  • Museums
  • Hotels 
  • Restaurants
  • Amusement parks
  • And more

Under HRG, President and CEO Salima Suswell and her team provide expert management consultation in Halal Certification; Halal Food Services; Halal Distributor Network; and Cultural Competency Consulting and Sensitivity Training Strategies for Engaging Muslim Americans. HRG serves a broad national client base and is based in Pennsylvania.

What is Halal?

Halal is an Islamic dietary law meaning “permitted” or “lawful.” Food, products, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and more may be deemed Halal based on the type of product, as well as how the product is prepared. Halal products show a commitment to the ethical sourcing and treatment of animals and other living things. Muslims consider Halal living as a way to uplift their culture, beliefs, and identity, as well as a healthy lifestyle choice. 

The Halal market is huge and fast-growing. Muslims are expected to account for almost 1/3 of the global human population in the coming years, according to the Halal Foundation. Muslims are rapidly immigrating to countries all over the world. This means that there will be a related, fast-growing global market for these products. 

Food and Products

Halal isn’t just meat and poultry anymore. HRG offers Halal certification for meats and products; we also offer Halal food preparation services, a Halal distributor network, and more. Want to discuss your institution’s Halal needs? We offer cultural competency and sensitivity training to organizations looking to expand accommodations for Muslim clients and colleagues worldwide. 

Arts and Culture

Looking to curate an exhibit or program that will reflect the rich culture of Muslims at home and abroad? HRG can help! We offer cultural competency consultations that can provide you with important information, resources, and contacts to make your event a success.

Healthcare

Muslims are very diverse, with varied and unique healthcare needs based on their ethnic and social backgrounds. HRG offers cultural sensitivity trainings for hospitals, medical offices, and more to ensure that professionals can expertly engage with and provide for Muslim patients. We also offer solutions for Halal dietary needs in medical settings, access to Muslim chaplain services, and more. 

Tourism

Ensure that your Muslim customers enjoy their travel experience while maintaining their religious beliefs! HRG offers support to hotels, resorts, airlines, and travel agencies that are looking to accommodate Muslim clients while they travel. We provide guidance on Halal dietary needs, prayer spaces for guests, conscious entertainment, shopping alternatives, mandatory attire, mosque destinations, and more.