As part of Islamophobia Awareness Month 2024, the Muslim Council of Britain was proud to join Afzal Khan MP and Amnesty International in hosting a powerful parliamentary drop-in session.

The event brought together MPs from across parties, reaffirming their commitment to addressing the urgent and growing crisis of Islamophobia in the UK.

MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed and Miqdaad Versi joined the Gulf Cultural Club for a discussion on “British Muslims: Islamophobia, Aspirations, and Contributions.”

The event delved into the role of narratives in shaping perceptions of British Muslims and combating Islamophobia.
 

The BBC Studios hosted an engaging panel discussion to mark Islamophobia Awareness Month, featuring Zara Mohammed, Miqdaad Versi, Yasmin Alibhai-Brown, and Aleem Maqbool.

The event explored thought-provoking insights on combating Islamophobia and fostering understanding.

The MCB team joined the BMHC in Manchester for a celebration recognising British Muslim contributions to society.

Secretary-General Zara Mohammed received the UK Muslim Empowerment Award, highlighting community efforts to tackle Islamophobia and build a better Britain.
 

MCB Secretary-General Zara Mohammed was delighted to be hosted by York Mosque community kitchen this weekend.

This remarkable initiative, now celebrating its first anniversary, has been a beacon of support for hundreds of locals, students, and families in need of a warm meal.
 

The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) attended TfL and London TravelWatch’s inaugural Personal Security Summit, uniting transport leaders, law enforcement, community groups, and local authorities.

The summit addressed hate crime, harassment, and the need for a collaborative approach to ensure safety on London’s public transport.
 

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