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Community Policy Forum @PolicyCommunity

Independent think-tank promoting evidence-based, community-centred approaches to policymaking on the structural inequalities facing Muslim communities in the UK

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19 Feb 2025
Last week, we hosted a cohort from Muslim Girls Finding Power (@MuslimNWomen & Reclaim Project) in Parliament, sponsored by @ShockatAdam. We held our ‘Advocating for Change’ workshop, showing how to create campaigns on issues affecting Muslim communities & drive policy change. 🚀
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📢Each week, we’ll be sharing an inspiring story. This week, we’re focusing on Rizwana Hamid, and her incredible work as Director of the @cfmmuk and challenging media bias against Muslims.🧵 1/8
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In a time of rising misinformation and Islamophobia, her work at CfMM is more important than ever. Follow @cfmmuk for their latest research and campaigns. 🏛️📊 7/8
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Let’s amplify the work of people like Rizwana Hamid who hold the media accountable and push for fairness in journalism. Share this thread and spread awareness! ✊📣 8/8
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Eid Mubarak from all of us here at Community Policy Forum!
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25 Mar 2025
Well done to Hastings Mosque for organising this important Domestic Violence Awareness Workshop this coming Friday in collaboration with Sussex Police. This session is designed to raise awareness, provide support, and offer guidance on available resources for those affected by domestic abuse. 📍 Venue: Hastings Masjid 📅 Date: Friday, 28th March 🕛 Time: After Jummah Prayers #CommunitySupport #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SafeSpaces
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📢Each week, we’ll be sharing an inspiring story. This week, we’re focusing on @AfzalKhanMCR, a trailblazer in British politics and a lifelong advocate for equality and justice.🧵👇1/8 afzalkhan.org.uk/

Afzal Khan

Afzal Khan Member of Parliament for Manchester Rusholme (covering Ardwick, Fallowfield, Hulme, Moss Side, Rusholme and Whalley Range)

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Afzal Khan’s journey—from a struggling migrant to a leading figure in British politics—embodies resilience, dedication, and the power of representation. His story reminds us that change happens when we step up and speak out. 7/8
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Inspired by Afzal Khan’s journey? Let’s continue pushing for representation, justice, and equity in all spaces. Who else should we feature in our 'Storytime Tuesday' series? Drop your suggestions below! 👇🏽8/8
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📌 WESTMINSTER WATCH What is happening in @UKParliament this week that may be of interest to Muslim communities? Don't forget to follow on Parliament TV!
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This week for 'Food for Thought Thursday', we are sharing an article written by @shabnabegum, CEO of @RunnymedeTrust, for @LBC 🧵👇🏽 1/6 lbc.co.uk/opinion/views/viol…

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Islamophobia isn’t just hate crimes—it’s structural discrimination in jobs, housing & policy. Begum urges the government to act: define Islamophobia & reject anti-Muslim policies & narratives. mcb.org.uk/resources/islamop…

Islamophobia | Muslim Council of Britain

Islamophobia and conspiracies of Muslims are well-established within a section of British society. These often play into Islamophobic tropes, and are seen to be propagated by the far-right.

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Ultimately, Begum conveys a deep sense of anger and fear, warning that the current trajectory is causing generational harm to Muslim communities in the UK. 6/6
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