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BBC News
Muslim Charity Run reviews policies after backlash
MWNUK said while single-sex charity runs could be legally permissible, the organisers could have taken practical steps such as different starting times.
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Peer urges ministers to adopt working group’s Islamophobia definition in full
MWNUK CEO Baroness Gohir urged the government to do the “right thing” and “not be bullied” into ignoring the recommendations despite attacks by politicians and in the media on the group and its work.
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Muslim Women’s Network says charity run could have been more inclusive
A Muslim women’s group said a charity run which excluded females aged over 12 could have been more inclusive and avoided reinforcement of negative stereotypes.
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Guardian
Head of UK Muslim charity ‘deeply worried’ as anti-Muslim hate crimes up by a fifth
The head of a leading UK Muslim charity has said she is “deeply worried” about the unprecedented levels of anxiety in the community as government data shows hate crimes against Muslims are up by nearly a fifth.
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Media Statement
Standing in solidarity with Jewish Communities against hatred
MWNUK condemns in the strongest terms the horrific car-ramming and stabbing attack that took place near the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester, which has tragically resulted in the loss of life and left others seriously injured. We stand in solidarity with Jewish communities.
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Caroline Nokes MP
Conservative Party
Muslim Women's Network UK ensures that the voices of Muslim women are heard. They are not just a support network but a movement for change. I am proud to work with them.
Jess Phillips MP
Labour Party
MWNUK is courageous because of the uncompromising and fearless positions it sometimes takes when calling out injustice and inequality
Sadiq khan
London Mayor
I am proud to support and champion this fantastic organisation, which is informing policy and transforming lives.
Baroness Sayeeda Warsi
Conservative Party
MWNUK’s authenticity comes from knowledge of lived experiences of Muslim women and girls acquired through their helpline, research and members.
Naz Shah MP
Labour Party
They work tirelessly with passion and commitment to make a difference and improve outcomes for some of the most vulnerable women and girls in society.
