The EDL are marching through central London today.
Many Muslims are changing plans, staying home, or feeling unsafe. That reality is heavy — but it raises a bigger question: how do we respond right now?
At MLF we argue withdrawal is not an option. We draw on two powerful lessons from our history:
•Ta’if shows us dignity in the face of rejection.
•Andalus shows us contribution in the face of hostility.
The lesson is clear: fascism thrives when we retreat. It falters when we show up, build alliances, and shape the story of who we are.
👉 Read the full reflection: themlf.org/why-withdrawal-is…
🚨 Don’t let others define Islamophobia for us.
That’s not an accident. It’s by design.
Those who profit from vilifying Muslims don’t want it defined - because that would mean accountability.
🛑 Don’t let them shape the narrative.
🗣️ Add your voice. Ask your mosque or local organisation to respond too.
📅 Deadline: 13 July
✍️ Respond here: bit.ly/islamophobiaconsultat…
📄 Template: bit.ly/islamophobiadefinitio…
To Him we belong and to Him we return. Condolences on the passing of Professor Khurshid Ahmed to his family, the many organisations he chaired & founded and especially @tiforguk
Tonight, we proudly launch our Turkish Community Art Exhibition at Yunus Emre Enstitüsü - London! A celebration of creativity, heritage, and unity, bringing together talented artists and their families.
Amazing iftar event with @themlf_uk yesterday. The speech by sr Noor highlighted the need for those with power in our communities to open the door to the changemakers ready to lead.
This #Ramadan let us empower the next generation & give them the opportunity to lead.
🚨 Less than 2 weeks to go until our annual Charity Iftar!
📅 15 March |📍 @RoyalNawaabUK
🤝 An evening of community, leadership & giving
💙 Raising urgent funds for Gaza & Syria with @IslamicReliefUK
🎟️ Tickets selling fast! Get yours now: tickettailor.com/events/musl…
Sheikh @sohailhanif of @NZF_org_uk is, without doubt, one of the geniuses of our time. Here, he presses me about the state of Muslims in the West, the role they play (and can play), Islamophobia, and the assertion that Dawah can be 'revolutionary'.
youtu.be/JaLHYnFqrJM
How do we revive a leadership model that integrates faith, knowledge, and action?
This thought piece explores the historic balance between the mosque, madrasa & zawiya—once hubs of leadership, strategy & ethics. How can we reclaim this today?
Read here: themlf.org/2025/02/17/betwee…
Change is coming, and it's time to get ready.
📹Listen as MCB Secretary General Wajid Akther lays out the bold vision for MCB's future—embracing systemic, dramatic, and radical change to unite, empower and serve our communities.
Together, we can be the authors of our own stories.
#Vision2050#TimeForChange
Earlier today, Dr Wajid Akhter was elected the new Secretary General of the @MuslimCouncil calling for major reforms in the organisation and a commitment to community and country. mcb.org.uk/new-elected-leade…
We congratulate our newly elected Secretary-General, Dr Wajid Akhter.
In his opening remarks he has shared his Vision 2050, based on ‘Unite, Empower, Serve.’
🚀 We’ve launched the MLF Advisory Board to redefine leadership rooted in Islamic values. We’re looking for mid-career professionals in policy, education, business, and media to help drive impactful change and shape a bold vision for the future.
As an Advisory Board member, you’ll help refine MLF’s mission, align programmes with real societal needs, and inspire leadership that challenges norms and creates solutions.
If you’re ready to bring fresh ideas, strategic insights, and a commitment to ethical leadership, express your interest today: themlf.org/advisory-board/