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MARCH 2025 UPDATE FROM DR WAJID AKHTER


** Ramadan's Final Hours:
Praying for Hope, Action and Justice for all
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Assalamu alaikum!

The genocide in Gaza has resumed with devastating consequences—met with mostly empty words from politicians and the media. We have strongly condemned these atrocities and stand with the Al-Khair Foundation after the murder of their aid workers.

The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) is working closely with members and partner organisations to plan decisive action, exploring every political and advocacy avenue available.

In these final hours of Ramadan 1446, let us remember: “Is not dawn close?” (Qur’an). It is always darkest before the light. We must make du’a and redouble our efforts so that, Insha’Allah, we witness the dawn of a free Palestine in our lifetime. Ameen.
Warmest regards,

Dr Wajid Akhter - Secretary General
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** 🌟 Support a revolutionary vision for our communities
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In these last few hours of Ramadan, blessed month when good deeds are multiplied, your donation will fuel our advocacy, leadership and unity initiatives.

Earlier this year, the MCB announced Vision 2050 ([link removed]) — our ambitious roadmap to unite, serve and empower British Muslim communities for a stronger, more connected future. We need your support to make this vision a reality.
The Prophet ﷺ said, "The best of people are those who benefit mankind." (Ahmad)

Be part of MCB's ambitious roadmap to unite, serve and empower British Muslim communities.

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** MARCH HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE MCB
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** Advocacy
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* Wrote to Foreign Secretary calling for action against Israeli war crimes ([link removed]) .
* Joined global Muslim organisations ([link removed]) in marking UN Counter Islamophobia Day, calling for action to stop social media companies profiting from hate.


** Solidarity
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* Condemned ([link removed]) killing of Al Khair Foundation aid workers after resumption of attacks in ([link removed]) Palestine and co-hosted Palestinian Ambassador ([link removed]) amid ongoing genocide.
* Met with Sudanese Ambassador on supporting victims of civil war.


** Community Engagement
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* Spoke at and gave our support for Iftars across , medical and diverse community organisations.
* Welcomed Sir Mufti Hamid Patel ([link removed]) as Interim Chair of Ofsted.
* Dr. Wajid Akhter visited members in Belfast, highlighting challenges faced by Northern Ireland's Muslim community amid rising Islamophobia.


** Philanthropy
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Joined a panel on the future of Muslim philanthropy with Islamic Finance Guru, Funders in Good and others



** SAVE THE DATE
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Thursday 3rd April 2025, 6-7 PM

Assisted Dying Laws: How it Affects Muslims and What You Can Do About It

Learn more about Assisted dying - whether you are a Muslim health care professional or a concerned citizen, we all have a role to play. Organised by the Muslim Council of Britain and the British Medical Association.

👉 Register here: [link removed]


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** Tell Us What You Think
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Share your hopes and concerns as British Muslims and help shape MCB's direction in these face-to-face conversations with MCB's leadership.

BIRMINGHAM
Tuesday 8 April, Moseley Centre Birmingham (5-8 PM)
👉 Register for the Birmingham Townhall ([link removed])

WALSALL
Saturday 10 May - Details TBD

More dates & towns/cities to be announced shortly!


** Muslim Council of Britain Annual General Meeting
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The next Annual General Meeting of the Muslim Council of Britain aims to leverage technical innovations in AI to support our Muslim community institutions.

WHEN: Saturday 19 July
WHERE: Birmingham
MEMBERS DINNER: Millennium Point (9 am - 8 pm)
Email [email protected] for more


** MEMBERS SPOTLIGHT
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This Ramadan, a few Iftar highlights from members breaking bread and building bridges include:
* Ramadan Tent Project's Open Iftar series continues to grow, with almost twenty open iftar events this Ramadan at iconic venues across the country.
* British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) and Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP): The Royal College of GPs’ first-ever iftar with BIMA marked a milestone in recognising Muslim identity in professional spaces, paving the way for more inclusive initiatives.
* Islamic Relief and Mind: A powerful panel event highlighted the partnership addressing mental health challenges in the Muslim community, exacerbated by poverty, far-right extremism, and Islamophobia.
* East London Mosque: Hosted a diverse interfaith and community iftar, reinforcing unity and solidarity amid rising marginalisation of Muslims.

We want to spotlight the great work organisations across the MCB membership network are doing. Send your news items to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) for consideration in the next newsletter.

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