Women
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Jalsa Salana UK has come to a close, with guests departed and workers winding up. Let’s look back on the days of Jalsa and focus on a few messages sent by Lajna. Sofia begins by describing the smaller moments of Jalsa. Much of Jalsa is remembered through what can be seen or heard most clearly.…
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Meher Shazia Chaudhry, Bexley & Greenwich My first day at Jalsa Salana began with a mixture of excitement and nerves. As soon as I arrived on site, I couldn’t wait to experience the unique atmosphere that makes Jalsa so special. After passing through security, I went straight to the water duty tent, where I spent…
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As we prepare for Jalsa Salana, Ayesha Naseem and Zona Tariq delve into Islamic history to talk about inspirational accounts of some admirable women from the time of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him). From his blessed wives to other female companions, they discuss how their exemplary obedience to Allah,…
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Danila Jonnud, Hampshire I know what you’re going to say. “Social Media is bad! Don’t scroll!! Do something useful!!!” And to that I say…you’re right. But as a literature student I’m used to finding meaning in the mundane. Critical thinking hasn’t been sucked out of me just yet. If you think it’s bad to scroll…
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Sameea Jonnud, Aldershot The political landscape has become increasingly bleak over the last decade, with Governments and policies leaning towards the right of the political spectrum. Local elections in early May were another blow, with the anti-migrant Reform party gaining council seats across the country, including in my local area. Just as had happened after…
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What is hope? How does Ramadan bring about spiritual hope in us? Bareera Ghaffar and Namoode Sahar Kallon discuss the importance of hopefulness in the holy month of Ramadan and in the Islamic tradition, as well as ways in which we can carry the blessings of this month with us throughout the year.
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On International Women’s Day 2026, Tooba Khokhar and Basma Qazi-Chaudhry examine the concept of justice. As the UN renews its calls to dismantle “discriminatory laws, weak legal protections, and harmful practices and social norms that erode the rights of women and girls”, we examine whether legal provisions ensure just outcomes for women or if a…
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Dr Amtul Kafi Yadullah Bhunnoo, London There is a peculiar irony in how the world treats Muslim women. They are everywhere in the news yet never truly heard. Their images fuel debates on integration and Western values. Opinion pieces are written about them, rarely by them. The contradiction? The same society that claims to want to save them shuts every door in their face. The statistics are stark. Muslim women…
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Rabah Nasir, Worcester Park The word “girl” carries centuries of history. In Middle English, “girle” referred simply to a young person, yet over time it has come to signify a female child: the bearer of dreams, potential, and a promise of the future. The Holy Qur’an reminds us: “O ye people! fear your Lord, Who created you from…
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*Huzoor is the term Ahmadi Muslims use to refer to His Holiness, the fifth Caliph/Khalifa of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community* Presentation for Lajna UK Ijtema 2025 by Yusra Dahri. Audio is available above and transcript is available below: Bismillah hiramaniraheem. Respected Sadr Sahiba and my dear sisters, Assalamoalaikum. When I was approached to give a…
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