Two of Britain’s most read newspapers, the Sun and the Mirror, have each launched a paid work placement for postgraduate students who are active and involved in British Muslim communities. The Widening Media Diversity Scholarship at London’s City University covers the tuition fees of two...
The history of modern political science is incomplete without examining the contributions of Muslim thinkers whose academic works are viewed as groundbreaking in their respective fields during the times they lived in. This article examines the political theory of Ibn Khaldun and how it...
On 31st of July, Cardiff working group organised a politics masterclass. The aim of this masterclass is to improve the political literacy and promote active citizenship. The participants learnt about the British political system as well as the Welsh assembly and its evolved powers. They also learnt...
Although Muslims are frequently characterised by negative tropes and stereotypes within media and public discourses, in reality, British Muslims are making positive contributions in all fields of public life, especially with regards to the environment. The mass sit in protest Extinction...
Last week, it was highlighted that in 2007 the now newly elected Prime Minister, Mr Boris Johnson, claimed that Islam had resulted in the Muslim world being “literally centuries behind”. A bodacious claim, which Mr Johnson supported by arguing that the printing press was not introduced into the...
The regional manger of MEND in South Wales, Sahar Al-Faifi was invited to speak at BBC Victoria Derbyshire after Boris Johnson was elected as the Tory leader and became the first minister. Sahar urged everyone to precipitate in politics, especially young and BME people, in order for there to be a...
On 24th of July, Cardiff working group organised a media masterclass. The aims of this masterclass are to improve the media literacy and hold the media, specifically the print media, accountable. The participants learnt about the different types of media and their different regulatory bodies. The...
With the appointment of Mr Johnson as our new Prime Minister, we wish him every success in tackling prejudice and inequalities that have permeated our society. As Prime Minister, it is incumbent upon Mr Johnson to ensure the cohesion, safety, and prosperity of every citizen of this nation. This...
The 26th of June saw the publication of a damning academic report against senior journalist, Mr Andrew Norfolk, and The Times newspaper. The report examines three “scandals” covered by Andrew Norfolk, who is one of Britain’s leading journalists for one of Britain’s most respected...
Between 21st-24th June, MEND were delighted to host their ‘Losing My Religion Conference’ (LMRC) tour. Over 2000 people attended events in London, Birmingham, Manchester, and Cardiff to see fantastic guest speakers discussing issues facing British Muslim communities today. Speakers...
