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Why attend a MEND event?
With at least 7,000 anti-Muslim hate crimes a year, systemic discrimination against Muslims in the workplace and relentless media negativity, there has never been a more important time to attend a MEND event and to learn more about tackling Islamophobia. Anti-Muslim hatred affects us all, just like racism and anti-Semitism. MEND unites communities to tackle Islamophobia. Sign up for an event below and learn more about the challenge at hand.
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November 2019
Muslim History Walking Tour
Discover the untold Islamic heritage of London Was Arabic being taught somewhere around Parliament in the 1600's? How did science continue after the loss of Muslim Spain? Which English note has a Muslim connection? In the climate of Islamophobia it has become more important to truly understand the Islamic faith and its impact on our society. There is so much history waiting to be unraveled, so what are you waiting for? Book now!
Interfaith Program
A celebration of the diverse and distinct faith communities in the London Borough of Ealing, with great appreciation for the contribution they are making to our neighbourhood and wider society. With a wide variety of stalls, food and motivating speeches, it's a great way to increase interfaith understanding and make a new link, friendships and to actively educate against prejudice and hatred.
NEU Black Educators’ Conference Workshop: Challenging the (Ir)resistible rise of Islamophobia
During Islamophobia Awareness Month, MEND will be hosting a workshop in Manchester at the National Education Union's Black Educators' Conference. Living in a diverse world means that educators and the educated must have a thorough understanding of people and their environment. Islamophobia, a global phenomenon, has penetrated into our schools affecting many young people. The role of teachers in tackling this issue is becoming more necessary, therefore this workshop, run by MEND, will help educators to understand and develop their…
Causes and Cures of Islamophobia at The Memon Centre
November is Islamophobia Awareness Month and the Memon Centre will be hosting an insightful talk on the Causes and Cures of Islamophobia given by MEND who arrange hundreds of Islamophobia awareness events around the UK during November. MEND have received global accolades from the World Economic Forum, ODIHR and the EU parliament. They have the backing of major Muslim scholars such as Professor Tariq Ramadan, Shaykh Yasir Qadhi and Shaykh Abu Esa. They have partnered with the Electoral Commission, CPS,…
Islamophobia Causes and Cures – Memon Centre
November is Islamophobia Awareness Month and Purley Masjid will be hosting an insightful talk on the Causes and Cures of Islamophobia given by MEND who arrange hundreds of Islamophobia awareness events around the UK during November. This particular talk guides the community in identifying Islamophobia in all its forms (in the street, the media, at work and in schools) then advises them how to report it effectively to the right authorities (Police, Media watchdog, Local council) and how anyone can…
Media Masterclass
A media masterclass will be taking place at the Nagashi Centre with the support of the Eritrean Muslim Community Association. The session is a SISTERS ONLY event allowing the sisters of the community to understand how the media impacts the lives of British Muslims and how they can become more literate in media.
TFL Lunch and Learn
Muslim Engagement and Development and Travel For London are getting together to organise a lunch and learn session. An opportunity for the staff of TFL to learn and understand Islamophobia and its impact on British Muslims.
Does Islamophobia Exist in Scotland?
An interactive radio show covering primary Scotland, discussing if Islamophobia Exits in Scotland or not. Further, a short conversation on what to do for those individuals who faced Islamophobia in Scotland, the does and don'ts. This event is in partnership with Awaz FM.
Islamophobia Awareness Exhibition at Kirkstall Abbey
Visit us at Kirkstall Abbey to see MEND's Islamophobia Awareness Exhibition at the Colonel North Room. Come along if you would like to learn more about how Islamophobia has manifested in the UK and you can also learn about the contributions of British Muslims to our society. The exhibition is completely free and you do not need to register for this event.
Rise & Release: Emotional Abuse
Mending Communities, an initiative to support reverts, welcomes you to Rise & Release. This evening will encompass talks to deepen your recognition of emotional and psychological abuse, motivational talks on releasing yourself from abuse, workshops to empower yourself and a Q&A session with all speakers. Whether you are a revert suffering from Islamophobic rejection by family or you / someone you know is struggling with domestic abuse; join Mending Communities for an evening that aims to bring solace and support.…