Islamic Help in collaboration with the Muslim Women’s Network UK is really pleased to be able to offer you a wonderful weekend away that will give you the opportunity to;
· Climb the highest mountain in England and Wales and enjoy the breath-taking landscape of Snowdonia.
· Participate in some reflective and spiritual activities during your stay in Wales
· Raise money for Islamic Help’s Smiles Better Campaign
· Have a fun and memorable weekend with women from all over the UK
· Help make a difference to yourself and others!
At 1,085 metres (3,560 feet), climbing Mount Snowdon is an experience you will never forget! Mount Snowdon has spectacular panoramic and majestic views and the climb will provide you with a real sense of awe and a real sense of achievement.
Our stay at the nearby Hotel will give you the chance to recuperate and reflect upon the days achievements.
This is a fantastic opportunity for women to make a real difference on a personal level and to raise funds for communities across the globe.
CAUSE
Acid violence is perpetrated in a number of countries and has no link with any one particular culture, religion or set of values. However its incidence is higher in countries where there is poor governance, weak rule of law, corruption amongst law enforcement agencies and a lack of respect for human rights. Poverty too contributes significantly to the incidence of the crime. Over 80% of acid attacks worldwide are carried out against women and occur in a domestic context and often relate to marriage, dowry or other family disputes.
Acid is readily available and easily accessible in many countries – those that choose to disfigure and to leave a legacy of pain and misery. Perpetrators of acid violence know that acid will scar in a way that other forms of violence don’t – it is for this reason that the majority of attacks are targeted at the face of the victim – the single most important aspect of any persons being.
Acid attacks cause untold physical pain and considerable psychological trauma – in many countries the treatment and care required by survivors is simply not available. This is where Islamic Help and its partners come in.
Since 2005 Islamic Help has been working with acid survivors in Pakistan. The Charity has partnered with the Indus Hospital in Karachi and PIMS in Islamabad; it has flown out teams of expert to provide the specialist treatment and intervention that acid survivors need. Dr Mohammed Ali Jawad, world renowned Plastics, Reconstructive and Burns Surgeon, has led Islamic Help’s teams and has used pioneering treatment to meet the needs of the survivors that he has worked with. Together with its partner organisations Islamic Help has worked hard to try to restore a semblance of normality to those whose lives are damaged catastrophically by acid violence.
Smiles Better is a niche and very unique project that Islamic Help is dedicated to – it is a cause that has resonated with Islamic Help’s donors and supporters and captured their imagination. The Islamic Help trustees and team have worked tirelessly to raise awareness of the phenomenon and have been pleased to have been supported in the project by Islamic Help Ambassador, Katie Piper. Katie, on acid survivor herself, has done much to highlight the cause.
Islamic Help has expanded the reach of the Smiles Better campaign and will be working in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal, Pakistan, and Uganda to provide a package of measures designed to help survivors to get their lives on track after an attack. The package will include reconstructive surgery, rehabilitative support and initiatives to assist the social re-integration of survivors. Islamic Help will be working in partnership with the Acid Survivors Trust International (ASTI) in all five countries. ASTI is a UK based charity that works at an international level and is dedicated to the elimination of acid violence.
Oscar award-winning documentary saving face highlights the phenomenon of acid violence and the work of Islamic Help in Pakistan. Islamic Help was closely involved in the making of the film, provided the filmmakers with background information and assisted in the making of the film. Islamic Help is listed by the makers as an NGO partner and will be involved in the Saving Face Outreach Programme – a global programme of events and actions designed to leverage the film in such a way as to maximise its potential for raising awareness of acid violence.
Islamic Help and ASTI’s work has been endorsed by HRH The Princess Royal.
Interested?
Well then register for the Snowdon Challenge! All you have to do is register at a cost of £50 (non-refundable) to cover the cost of your mountaineering guide, travel, and accommodation. Your fundraising target is £250 but don’t just stop there, keep fundraising and exceed your target! You can start raising in several ways but remember charity starts at home so get your family and friends involved first!!!
Mount Snowdon is the highest mountain in Wales and the highest British mountain south of the Scottish Highlands. There are six main routes to the summit of Snowdon; we will be taking the Llanberis track which is renowned for its breath taking scenery and is ideal for first timers. On our way back we will walk down the Miners Track. The walk takes between six and eight hours, including breaks and moves at a comfortable pace for the group.
Age Limits
There is no maximum age limit, provided that you are fit and healthy and do not have any pre-existing medical conditions that may be aggravated by a long mountain walk. The lower age limit is 11 years of age and those under 18 years of age need to be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or other responsible adult that is 18 or over.
Transport
Coach: A coach will be leaving at 5am Saturday 12th May 2012 from the Islamic Help offices in Birmingham, if you would like to reserve a seat then please contact us immediately. The coach will leave Wales at approximately 3pm to arrive in Birmingham for 6pm on the Sunday 13th May 2012.
If you will be travelling from other regions of UK, then do inform us. If there are a sufficient numbers of people travelling from a given locality we may be able to arrange travel for you.
Car: There is a large car park near Mount Snowdon Railway Station where you can park for £6 for the whole day.
Train: If you travelling by train, the nearest train station is Llanberis, Gwynedd.
However you decide to travel please ensure that you arrive at our meeting point no later than 9am. We will meet in the large car park directly opposite the Snowdon Mountain Railway Station in Llanberis.
Itinerary
We will start the climb promptly at 10am to ensure that we finish the climb by 6pm. The climb is estimated to take between 6-8 hour to complete inclusive of regular breaks and lunch. On the day all participants will be divided into groups of ten and each group will be led by an Islamic Help representative and a mountaineering guide. After completion of the climb, we will all make our way to the accommodation for the night. The following day we will have breakfast together and further workshops. We may have the opportunity to go sightseeing in Wales, and will leave Wales around 3pm.
*all times are approximate and are subject to change, should any detail change all registered participants will be notified.
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Postponement of The Muslim Women’s Contribution Awards
24/4/2012
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24 April 2012
Re: Postponement of The Muslim Women’s Contribution Awards
This will be a great disappointment to many of you and for that we humbly apologise.
However, we do believe that the postponement will allow us to make this event an even bigger success and to allow more time for more diverse nominations and for sponsors to support this spectacular initiative.
We have already received many nominations of incredibly inspiring individuals, from police women to business directors to film makers to community activists.
So keep nominating as the new nomination deadline is Friday 24th August 2012 at 5.30pm.
We will contact you shortly with the new award date.
So please mark your calendars and get ready for what will be a night to remember!
Faeeza Vaid
Executive Director
Muslim Women's Network UK
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MWCA Sponsor Packages Available
15/3/2012
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MUSLIM WOMEN'S CONTRIBUTION AWARDS
SPONSOR PACKAGES AVAILABLE
Help us to recognise the contributions of Muslim women in the UK and those championing
their causes by supporting this prestigious awards event.
You can do this by sponsoring one of the three packages below
1)Fatimah AL Fihri package (40 in total)
This package is available to a company, organisation or individual who wishes to sponsor a table.
Cost to sponsor a table: £350
• Branding on table
• Literature on goody bag
• Recognition on website
2)Rabia Al-Basra Package (9 in total)
This package is available to a company or organisation who wishes to sponsor an individual award.
Sponsoring one award: £2500
• Recognised in event brochure as award giver
• Senior member gets to present the award to the winner
• Introductory promotion before the presentation of the sponsored award
• Logo on presentation on screen whilst award being presented
• Recognition in post event magazine
• Recognition on event webpage
• Exhibition stand in marketplace area
• 2 tickets at the main sponsor tables
• Literature in goody bag
3)Umm Ad-Darda Package (1 in total)
This package is available to any company or organisation who wishes to sponsor all 400 tickets
Cost to sponsor all tickets: £8000
• Branding on every table
• Five minute presentation
• An exhibition stand at the marketplace area
• Full page advert in programme
• Recognition on website
• Full page advert in post-event brochure
• Complimentary table for 10 guests
• Banners strategically placed around hall
• Recognition on tickets
• Logo on presentation screen during awards ceremony
• Literature in goody bag
We’d love your support!
For more information contact:
Yasmin Gill
Tel: 0161 225 0225
Mob: 07500727174
Email: yasmin.gill@humanappeal.org.uk
Victoria Court
376 Wilmslow Road
Manchester
M14 6AX
In addition to recognising the contributions of Muslim women and those championing their causes the awards will generate significant regional and national interest, giving the sponsors widespread publicity.
Your sponsorship will promote you and provide you with:
• Many branding and PR opportunities before, during and after the event
• Introduction to the growing population of professional Muslim women in the country
• A chance to raise your company’s profile by affiliating with HAI and MWNUK.
• A chance to fulfil your Corporate Social Responsibility
• Media coverage of your work in the diverse community
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Muslim Women\'s Contribution Awards
8/3/2012
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The Muslim Women\'s Contribution Awards Launches!
Press Statement
Issued: Manchester, UK. March 8th 2012
Defeating Stereotypes: Muslim Women’s Contribution Awards
In an attempt to defeat the negative stereotypes surrounding Muslim women in Britain, Human Appeal International (HAI) and the Muslim Women’s Network UK (MWNUK) are teaming together. They are showcasing the successes of pioneering entrepreneurs, dedicated social activists, professionals and inspirational leaders at Manchester’s first ‘Muslim Women’s Contribution Awards’.
With nine award categories, including ‘Contribution to Business and Entrepreneurship’ and ‘Contribution to Community Activism’ the ceremony is set to highlight the active role of Muslim women in today’s struggle for social change, cohesion and development.
Yasmin Gill (Organiser and Founder of W2W) commented: "We are really excited to showcase the hidden talent from within our communities. These remarkable women are truly inspirational and act as much needed role models for the younger generation".
Faeeza Vaid, the Executive Director of MWNUK also added: “We are at a privileged vantage through our network to see the fantastic individuals and organisations who contribute their skills to diverse fields throughout the UK. These awards are a fantastic way to really raise their profiles and celebrate their achievements.”
The event will take place on 1 June 2012 at Sheridan Suite, 371 Oldham Road, Manchester, and M40 8EA and will consist of a networking reception, 3-course meal, charity auction and award ceremony. All proceeds go towards Human Appeal’s Women2Women programme.
Nominations for awards open on 8 March 2012 and can be made at:
2. Human Appeal International (HAI) is a UK non-profit organisation working across the globe to strengthen humanity’s fight against poverty, social injustice and natural disaster. www.humanappeal.org.uk
4.The Muslim Women’s Network UK (MWNUK) is an independent UK-wide network seeking to share knowledge, connect the voices and promote the needs of diverse Muslim women.www.mwnuk.co.uk
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MWCA Categories
7/3/2012
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MUSLIM WOMEN'S CONTRIBUTION AWARDS CATEGORIES
Muslim Women's Contribution to Community Activism
This award recognises the outstanding dedication and contribution to community activism. It recognises Muslim women who have overcome barriers and achieved success in creating stronger communities.
Muslim Women's Contribution to Public Services
This award recognises individual professionals from all areas of local public services, including the police, fire services and the NHS. It also recognises teams who have excelled in campaigns, communications, and engagement in their specialist areas.
Muslim Women's Contribution to Professions
This award recognises individual professionals from areas including sectors of law, medicine, management etc. It also recognises those professionals that have supported the advancement and success of women.
Muslim Women's Contribution to Business and Entrepreneurship
This award recognises the business and entrepreneurial successes of employed and self-employed women. It also recognises demonstration of leadership in this field.
Muslim Women's Contribution to Arts, Media and Culture
This award recognises the talent and passion of individuals and organisations involved in arts, media and culture. It also recognises innovation and creativity.
Future Stars Contributions
This award recognises young people who have used their energy, commitment and enthusiasm to develop their skills and talents. It also recognises young people who have overcome barriers and transformed their lives.
Muslim Men’s Contributions to Muslim Women Award
This award recognises Muslim men who have contributed to progressing respectful relationships or gender equality for women, and have provided substantial support to the causes of Muslim women.
Contribution to Championing Muslim Women
This award recognises those individuals and organisations who have contributed to the development of the issue of gender equality and have provided substantial support to the causes of Muslim women.
Lifetime Contribution Award
This award will go to one individual who during her lifetime has made inspiring contribution to her field her work.
The following list is an overview of some of the awards taking place this year:
1) Name of Award:Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2012.
Categories include: Asian Woman of Achievement Community Award, Asian Woman of Achievement in Sport, Asian Woman of Achievement - Young Achiever, Asian Woman of Achievement Social and Humanitarian, Asian Woman of Achievement in Public Service, Asian Woman of Achievement in the Professions, Asian Woman of Achievement in the Media, Asian Woman of Achievement – Entrepreneur, Asian Woman of Achievement in Business, Asian Woman of Achievement in Arts & Culture, and The RBS Chairman's Award.
2) Name of Award:Cartier Women’s Initiative Awards.
It is an international business plan competition for women entrepreneurs with projects in the initial stages of development, in any country, of any nationality and operating in any industry are welcome to submit their application.
4) Name of Award:Inspiring Women Awards 2012. There areawards in the categories of Business, Community, Creative & Media, Entrepreneur (for businesses from 1-5 years) and Inspiring Young Women (16-25 years of age).
Criteria/Restrictions:Nominees must live or work in the North West or North Wales, previous nominees cannot be nominated again for a period of one year,nominees for the Inspiring Young Women Award must be aged between 16-25 and finalists must be available to attend the lunch. Each finalist plus one guest will receive complimentary tickets. Nominations are through supplying the reasons for nomination and information/evidence can be submitted.
Website: http://www.inspiringawards.co.uk/
Deadline:Nominations close 5th April 2012.
5) Name of Award:First Women Awards.
There are awards in the categories of Engineering & Manufacturing, Tourism & Leisure, Finance, Science & Technology, Media, Retail & Consumer, The Built Environment, Public Service and Business Services. Also, Lifetime Achievement Awardand the First Women in Business of the Year Award.
6) Name of Award:Specsavers Everywoman in Retail Awards.
Awards include: Star of the Future Award - in a business with a turnover under £200 million, Star of the Future Award - in a business with a turnover over £200 million, Leader of the Year Award - in a business with a turnover under £200 million, Leader of the Year Award - in a business with a turnover over £200 million, Innovator of the Year Award, Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Online Retailer of the Year Award, Champion Award, and the Woman of the Year Award.
The everywoman Awards showcase the achievements of female entrepreneurs at different stages of their lives and careers. The award categories are inspired by the ancient Greek goddesses who were feminine archetypes of courage, determination, perseverance, wisdom and strength – the very qualities needed to succeed as a woman in business.
Salma Bi\'s Story - Executive Director of Believe In M.A.D (Making A Difference)
Believe In M.A.D only believes and aims to do mad things, things that no one has ever attempted, and perhaps no one else ever will. We provide opportunity for other people to be part of ‘Making A Difference’ by making History.
Believe In M.A.D work closely with disability/syndrome organisations by reflecting on how their quality of life and to show appreciation to everyone who accepts them as individuals.
Salma Bi is the drive behind setting the First record of its kind:
FIRST EVER WOMEN’S FUTSAL MARATHON
"I’m proud to Showpiece an extravagant event on the 10th March 2012 highlighting women’s sport and the impact it has had on my life."
Where the idea started?
"I heard about a marathon record in early September 2011 when the Brazil Indoor Futsal team set a record. It was later attempted by the Liverpool Futsal team, then Middlesbrough, then Japan and so forth. All these attempts where set by Men and played by men. It occurred to me that NO women’s team had ever attempted such a record anywhere in the world.
So, my team approached Guinness via fast-track to find out whether we could attempt the challenge. Within three days we had a response to say that if we were to attempt a marathon, it had to beat the 37 hour record, regardless of the gender of the team.
So, we decided to go ahead with the challenge! And we knew that because it was such a big challenge and so different, our efforts could also support a good cause. We decided to support the National Autistic Society as this was something close to me because working as a Full-time Haemodialysis Nurse looking after patients who may never leave treatment; it is a very difficult and rewarding job to provide. My niece was born with global-neuron which has delayed her speech and mobility but there is hope.
Having played football at leisure centres for two years with my team, before hearing about futsal in Birmingham, we finally entered a team called ‘The Great White Sharks’ last October. I was proud to captain the First ever Muslim/Asian team to ever participate in a league for Futsal in Birmingham.
This was also there perfect time to launch my organisation ‘Believe in MAD’. We managed to obtain a sponsored kit for the team, with a blog to show our progress and to get followers supporting us. PA Editor Dave Jones continues to do a fantastic job by backing the girls and raising our spirits up by writing up reports every night post game. We finished at a good position last season and now in our second season we look forward to working playing hard by beating top teams with a respectable score.
The majority of the girls in our team wear the hijab and are covered in public places for religious reasons. This could have diminished our chances of playing any Futsal games but credit goes to Gemma Smith for the hard work and organisation of the suitable facility provided for us.
Working on this project has been fun and demanding at times. The challenges are there as a hurdle, all we have to do is jump over them. Finding players, funding, organisation support etc was an issue at times but coming closer to the date of the event we know we will Pull-off something amazing.
The stage is set to perform on; Our Theme is Celebrating International Women’s Day, while embracing the Sporting Year 2012! It’s time to be part of the games we really enjoy and show the world what is possible." (Salma Bi)
The Story Now
Over the last 2 weeks the press release to launch our challenge was distributed. We have almost got a sufficient amount of numbers for two teams to participate in.
Two Teams, Two Goal-Keepers, Two Captains: Team Salma (Red) Vs Team Gemma (Blue).
Every Player once registered each player is to get sponsors for charity.
This is not only to get people to raise money for our selected Autism charity, but also to raise awareness of Futsal as a Sport itself.
The Event Itself
Challenge: 40 ladies attempting to set a women’s marathon Futsal record of 10 hours non-stop football playing! Date: Saturday, March 10, 2012 Time: Between 9am and 7pm Venue: Birmingham International Futsal Arena
Players and affiliated officials will be provided with free drinks, food, Medallion and a Certificate as gesture for being part of new record. Also to make it even more fun Every 10th Goal will be prized! Photographer booked, Balloons Ordered and Game on! So we not only set a 10 Hour Record but we also put on a show for the World to remember.
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MWNUK Annual General Meeting
16/1/2012
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MWN-UK’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday 19th January 2012
12.30pm - 5.00pm
House of Commons
The theme of this year's AGM is broadly 'The Family' and will focus on Muslim Marriages in Britain and the Rights of Children.
Hear from keynote speakers about how local, national and international initiatives are responding to these issues.
A report of the past year of MWNUK's activities, MWNUK's financial accounts, and a 2012 Plan of Action will also be presented.
We welcome your participation and there will be opportunity to contribute to all discussions and network with other members.
*Please note this event is primarily for MWNUK registered members. A small number of tickets will be allocated for non-members- so if you are not a member and would like to attend, please contact MWNUK directly
International Advocacy Training and Capacity Building
10/1/2012
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INTERNATIONAL ADVOCACY TRAININGAND CAPACITY BUILDING for WOMEN FROM MINORITY POPULATIONS IN THE UK
Selection Process There is an opportunity for women from Minority backgrounds (NOT ONLY MUSLIM WOMEN);to take part in the United Nation’s 56th Commission on the Status of Women, which is to take place in New York, United States. This is specifically for women working in related fields, i.e. working in areas of Equal Opportunities for women, improving civic and political participation; to become an integral part of their communities and wider societies they live in, to contribute their existing skills and enhance and gain further skills in order to take their work further afield. This is an opportunity to take part as well as having the chance to highlight your work and good practice and share each other’s experiences and support each other to go forward in this challenging area of work.
At this stage it must stressed that in order for the successful candidates to take part funding has to be secured. Many candidates taking part from across the world are using their own resources to fund themselves. However EIMAN are looking to recruit 12 women from across the UK and offer them the right women opportunity and to this end the EIMAN are working hard to secure funding. It must be realised that a certain amount of work and the selection process will need to take place prior to any decision made on whether the funding is going to be made available or not. Therefore flexibility in the recruitment process is a pre-requisite.
So if you are happy to take this step and accept the goodwill that funding is being sought for you to have this opportunity then the first step is to fill in the application form and the accreditation form in order to start the process. If your application is successful at the first step then you will be called for an interview. If you are successful in gaining a place then so long as the funding has been secured then there will be the opportunity to attend the conference in New York. It also has to be stipulated that if you have gained a place on the programme there is no guarantee that you will be selected for the event at the United Nations.
Ultimately, a number of the successful candidates will make representations at the United Nation’s event and selection will be made for a few to go forward. The accreditation form is filled in specifically for the United Nation’s event but all Empowering Inspiring Motivating Muslim Women thru Advocacy & Nurturing candidates must bear in mind that going through accreditation process does not guarantee you a place. Also, if chosen to go to the United Nations then you must ensure that if you are unable to attend you may be asked to arrange for someone else to take your place. This will be in the event if a suitable candidate cannot be selected from the other existing candidates.
Finally it has to be stressed that though this is a unique opportunity nevertheless due to the restricted funding the means by which the candidates will be travelling and staying in New York will be very basic. The lodgings will be very basic where the candidates will have to be ready to share not only the lodgings but also sleeping spaces and even sharing beds where necessary. This is to further stress that the trip to New York and the ethos that the candidates will have to imbue will be one of hard work and making the most of the opportunity afforded to them.
Should you be willing to accept all of the above kindly proceed to apply.
EIMAN looks forward to receiving a precise of work you are currently involved in and your completed accreditation form. DEADLINE IS 13th JANUARY 2012 EMAIL:- contact@eiman.org.uk
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16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence
25/11/2011
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16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM AGAINST GENDER VIOLENCE
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence is an international campaign originating from the first Women’s Global Leadership Institute sponsored by the Center for Women’s Global Leadership in 1991.
Participants chose the dates, November 25, International Day Against Violence Against Women, and December 10, International Human Rights Day, in order to symbolically link violence against women and human rights and to emphasize that such violence is a human rights violation. This 16-day period also highlights other significant dates, including November 29, International Women Human Rights Defenders Day, December 1, World AIDS Day, and December 6, the Anniversary of the Montreal Massacre.
The theme for this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence Campaign is:
“From Peace in the Home to Peace in the World” Let\'s Challenge Militarism and End Violence Against Women!
The 16 Days of Activism focuses on: • raising awareness at the local, national, regional and international levels about gender-based violence • strengthening local work • linking local and global work • providing a forum for dialogue and strategy-sharing • pressuring governments to implement commitments made in national and international legal instruments • demonstrating the solidarity of activists around the world
If you are taking action, organizing events, workshops and more, to mark the 16 Days of Activism, post about them on www.saynotoviolence.org.
Posting actions on this website is easy: 1.Create an account if you do not already have one:. If you already have an account, log in. 2. Post a brief description of your event by filling up the action page form and save it. You can count signatures you collect towards a petition or participants at your events as "actions"; post photos and videos from your events to inform and engage more people. 3.Share your action page with your friends, colleagues and networks, via email and on social media, using the "Share This" feature.
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Ambassador Awards 2012
23/11/2011
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Ambassador Awards 2012
First Celebration of Muslim Women’s Sport to be held at Home of Football By Allison Cooper
The MWSF will be holding the inaugural Awards in April 2012, which will highlight the contribution of individuals and organisations to the unique area of minority ethnic sports, at the prestigious home of football, Wembley Stadium.
A registered charity established since 2001, the Muslim Women’s Sport Foundation (MWSF) has been leading the way in encouraging, supporting and developing the involvement in physical activity of women from black and minority ethnic (BME) communities, particularly focusing on the cultural and religious sensitivities of Muslim women.
Chair of the Board of Trustees, Rimla Akhtar, said: “For over ten years the MWSF has grown into a body representing the sporting needs and requirements of Muslims in the UK. The MWSF has developed a reputation nationally and internationally for its extensive work in the field of women’s sport and we are proud to be pioneering the establishment of ambassadors from within this unique community.”
Time to celebrate!
The MWSF will be holding the inaugural Awards in April 2012, which will highlight the contribution of individuals and organisations to the unique area of minority ethnic sports, at the prestigious home of football, Wembley Stadium.
FA Equality Manager, Funke Awoderu said: “The FA is delighted to host the MWSF Ambassador Awards at Wembley Stadium next April. Initiatives such as these Awards will encourage a greater involvement in sport of groups and individuals that are often disadvantaged and isolated. We are committed to football and sport for all and look forward to welcoming the BME and Muslim community for an evening of celebration and inspiration that will highlight success and high achievement across all areas of the sporting world.”
Ayesha Abdeen, Chief Executive of the MWSF said, “What an exciting project, I’m so proud of everyone involved who will be providing much needed inspiration to younger generations. We are very honoured to be hosting this event and are sure that Muslim women’s participation in sport will benefit a great deal. Nominees can be involved in any type of physical activity and be of any level”
The Ambassador Awards will recognise and honour outstanding achievements across 7 categories: UK Sportswoman of the Year, International Sportswoman of the Year, UK Coach of the Year, Community Award, Volunteer of the Year, Outstanding Contribution and Lifetime Achievement Award.
Nominations are now open. To nominate a person, group or organisation or enquire about sponsorship and tickets simply visit the official website: www.awards.mwsf.org.uk
Nominations for the vinspired Nationals Awards are now open and we would love you to make sure all of your networks know about it! It would be great if you could include the information about the vinspired National Awards in any of your November communications and newsletters that are yet to go out.
If you or any of your colleagues know an exceptional volunteer that has made a real difference to their community, ensure they get the recognition they deserve and nominate them for a vinspired National Award.
The vinspired National Awards are about recognising the extraordinary work of young volunteers aged 16-25. An awards ceremony will be held at a London location (soon to be announced!) in March next year where we will be celebrating rewarding the fantastic achievements of young volunteers across the country.
To nominate an exceptional volunteer simply go to http://vinspired.com/nationalawards. You can also see highlights from last year’s ceremony here too!
10. Transport Team - WF634 Operations Manager – Transport and Fleet Fleet & Site Vehicles Assistant Manager VIP Transport Assistant Manager Children's Transport Assistant Manager Fleet & Site Vehicles Coordinator VIP Transport Co-ordinator Transport Production Assistants x 6
10. Transport Team - WF634 Operations Manager – Transport and Fleet Fleet & Site Vehicles Assistant Manager VIP Transport Assistant Manager Children's Transport Assistant Manager Fleet & Site Vehicles Coordinator VIP Transport Co-ordinator Transport Production Assistants x 6
Venue: Canary Wharf Prayer Room, Barclays Tower Building 2 Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 5RB
Toilets and abulution facilities available but you are requested to make wudu beforehand.
Times: 1st Khutbah 12.20pm and Jam'ah 12.45pm 2nd Khutbah 1.15pm and Jam'ah 1.30pm
Directions: On foot, you can get there by walking past Waitrose, so that the Waitrose building is to your left. When you come to a bridge, you will notice a stairway that leads you down to the lower level. Take this stairway and enter the atrium using the doors on the right. You will find a Starbucks serving area in the middle of the atrium as you come in, and the prayer room is to the right at the end of the hall.
Nearby Mosques: Most Jam'ah times are 1pm and around 5-10minutes walking distance of Canary Wharf.
1. Westferry Community Masjid, 2 The Quarterdeck, London, E14 8SJ
2. Poplar Central Mosque, 253 East India Dock Road, London E14 0EG - Tel: 020 7536 0726
3. Limehouse Mosque, 304–306 Stock Place, London E14 8AE
4. Poplar Mosque & Community Centre, 7 Woolmore Street, Poplar, London,E14 3AG
Dates: Every Thursdays Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm Venue: Idea Store Canary Wharf, Churchill Place, Canary Wharf, London E14 5RB
Managed by ICSS team, this supplementary school aims to coach children from years 7 to year 11 in mainstream National Curriculum subjects in Maths, English and Science.
We are still looking for volunteers who can share their knowledge, time and expertise with us and the children.
Any contribution and committment on a Thursday evening is valued be it weekly, monthly or else.
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