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Attending the mosque can pose significant challenges for parents of autistic children, often leading to the difficult decision to cease attending altogether. The underlying issue lies in the lack of awareness regarding the unique needs of autistic children in religious practices. Alterations in prayer schedules, particularly during Ramadan and Eid, can be distressing for autistic […]
Finding the right marriage partner continues to be a huge challenge for many UK Muslims according to market research carried out by Census-wide. Many respondents to their survey said they no longer considered marriage a priority, or that ‘fear of getting a bad match puts me off trying to find a partner.’ Despite this, many […]
Nigerian and Indian Mixed Race Actress Amaka Okafor shares her experience with her recent role as a Courageous Female Muslim Police Detective in the latest Netflix Crime Drama Series ‘Bodies’. “That’s the power of storytelling, it shows you how to try and help people put themselves in someone else’s shoes”. Four detectives in four different […]
As the Islamic calendar gracefully moves through its sacred months, the arrival of Rajab is heralded by a sense of reverence and spiritual anticipation among Muslims worldwide. Rajab is the seventh month in the Islamic lunar calendar, holding special significance as a prelude to the holy months of Sha’ban and Ramadan. British Muslims, like their […]
If the narrative of 2022 was a triumphant comeback to the world of travel, 2023 emerged as the year we ventured into uncharted territories like never before. Wanderers embraced the skies, traversed railways, navigated roads, and sailed the seas to check off monumental bucket-list experiences. From Arctic escapades to opulent yacht cruises and the pioneering […]
The GLA, with support from faith leaders, public figures and community groups, has launched an impartial public awareness campaign that aims to help under-represented and under-registered Londoners, including South Asian Londoners, access their right to vote. London has one of the lowest voter registration rates in England, with analysis from the GLA showing that close […]
