As the world seemed to grind to a halt because of Covid-19 this month, the cogs of neighbourhood spirit seemed to spur into action. Scores of community groups, new and existing accelerated their work, guiding people on the ground like me, how to assist those in need. At a time when we are...
COVID-19 Leicestershire Muslim Funeral Support The passing of the human soul from this world to the next is a hugely significant moment for Muslims and the rituals afforded to the deceased, is not just ceremonial, but indeed a rite of the dead and an obligatory duty of the living. As COVID-19...
From its very conception, the NHS has been relying on the continuous contribution and services of BAME nurses, doctors, and auxiliary staff. However, recent media snapshots of the NHS have showcased a perception of a majority white-skinned workforce battling on the frontline against COVID-19, thus...
In an attempt to curb the infection rate of the coronavirus pandemic, NHS Trusts across the UK have been obliged to enforce restrictions of visitors in hospitals. While there can be no doubt that physical distancing measures are absolutely essential, we cannot overlook the distress caused by...
As deaths from Covid-19 sadly mount, new data shows that around a third of these are from the BME community. To assist the community, MEND is launching a new website entitled Muslim Burial Resources in conjunction with the National Burial Council. This is now available at burial.mend.org.uk....
The NHS is a service which is relied upon by the entire nation, and with the challenges of the current COVID-19 crisis, its value has perhaps never been so acutely visible. BAME and Muslim communities have had a long and significant history of valuable contributions within the NHS and they continue...
A recent report by Advance HE has highlighted the under-attainment of Muslim students at university compared to the wider student population, suggesting that Muslims are systematically disadvantaged within education. The report details that only 18% of Muslims were awarded top classification, which...
Following a three-month leadership race, Sir Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner have been elected as the new leader and deputy leader of the Labour party. Their new positions come at a time of social, political, and economic upheaval, the likes of which barely exist within living memory. While the...
The Lingfield Centre in North Leeds has developed a comprehensive project to offer help and support for the North Leeds community during these current difficult times. The project is connected to the overall programme developed for the entire city of Leeds. A couple of our...
A 74 grandmother with acute asthma and no family nearby, a 25 year old single mother with an autistic child; a young man on Universal Credit, struggling financially and with underlying health issues: these are just a fraction of the people who residents of South London have been blessed enough to...
