Localities
Through our programme of activities up and down the country we help individuals to think about their faith and contextualise this to the reality of modern British society. We encourage social responsibility and help people to organise and act to better their local communities. Select a locality for a more detailed picture of our voluntary efforts.
Localities
Sheffield
The branch in Sheffield has been ambitious in working hand in hand with people of other faiths to dispel myths and share good practice. The launch of National Interfaith Week, where Sheffield’s coordinator was invited to the House of Parliament, in addition to giving talks at local churches was a highlight. ISB’s work within Sheffield City Council, has helped facilitate homeless dinners, food banks and more. Great things on the horizon, as Sheffield has upcoming events focusing on the care for our planet in addition to embarking on more interfaith work.
Work With Diverse Members of Society
Bradford
Bradford, in an effort to focus on the more vulnerable members of the community, including refugees, asylum seekers, migrant and single-parent families has led up some incredibly successful fundraising events. This included their Ramadan Project, which received media coverage from BBC Look North and Asian Channel UK44. #Think#Feel#Do#Act, a Bradford initiative focusing on future branch events, including research into Muslim family cultures and fundraising events entitled “Foods from the Muslim World” which has been initiated and developed by artist/consultant Hafsah Naib. ISB Bradford is currently in the works for some exciting family oriented events featuring relevant and needed topics and[…..]
Integrating Local Interfaith Communities
Birmingham
Building greater awareness and connection, Birmingham has been innovative in integrating the local interfaith communities, including the Christian, Jewish and Sikh’s. “Bringing in the importance of values, opportunities, and different backgrounds, as well as getting all the communities integrated through the outstanding work we do in our ISB branch is the aim.” -Birmingham’s Coordinator Sr Mahmouda. Birmingham’s reach through local radio has been a great platform to creatively share the local ISB branch events and resources. Study circles and Islamic talks are building and open to all!
Wisdom and Tea – Sisters Gathering
Luton
Hello and salaams to all, We are setting up a sisters gathering and knowledge circle. Contact us via [email protected] for more information.
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