MWNUK in the Media
The New Feminist - 14/02/2025
New inquiry launched into gendered Islamophobia
The Women and Equalities Committee on 13 February launched an inquiry which would look into issues surrounding gendered Islamophobia. The launch of the inquiry follows the evidence session of 15 January, where Shaista Gohir gave evidence on Muslim women not reporting instances of Islamophobia.
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Hyphen Online - 05/02/2025
Children go missing from ‘safe’ Kent asylum
Concerns were raised in previous years that missing asylum seeking children were “probably being trafficked or exploited”, said crossbench peer Shaista Gohir, chief executive of the Muslim Women’s Network UK.
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The Guardian - 07/01/2025
Tory MPs contact Badenoch to raise concerns about Jenrick’s comments
Shaista Gohir (MWNUK CEO) said: "his views are against the British values he claims to uphold. Given the popularity of the Reform party, ... he is desperately trying to shamelessly bring attention to himself to gain enough support to become politically relevant again."
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The National Scot - 06/01/2025
Labour minister says she doesn't know what genocidal attitude is
A LABOUR minister claimed that she does not know “what a genocidal attitude is” after Baroness Gohir challenged her on demands made by some Israeli lawmakers to cut off sources of water, food, and energy in Gaza.
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LBC Radio - 18/12/2024
Shariah Councils
MWNUK Baroness Shaista Gohir was interviewed by LBC Presenter Tom Swarbrick on The Times article alleging growth of Shariah councils in Britain. While she acknowledged problems that needed addressing, she challenged the false headline and terminology /language used to create fear.
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BBC World Today - 18/12/2024
Shariah Councils
MWNUK Baroness Shaista Gohir was interviewed on the The Times article alleging growth of Shariah councils in Britain. While she acknowledged problems that needed addressing, she challenged the false headline and terminology /language used to create fear.
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GB News - 18/12/2024
Britain becomes 'western capital' for sharia law courts
The article (taken from The Times) about Shariah Councils also mentions how the Muslim Women's Network UK is working with Dr Rajnaara Akhtar of the University of Warwick to propose a code of conduct to improve standards.
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The Times - 18/12/2024
How the UK became ‘western capital’ for sharia courts
The article (taken from The Times) about Shariah Councils also mentions how the Muslim Women's Network UK is working with Dr Rajnaara Akhtar of the University of Warwick to propose a code of conduct to improve standards
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Hyphen Online - 17/12/2024
Why did their community take his side?
The article highlighted the domestic abuse experienced by Muslim women. Muslim Women's Network UK's 2019 Criminal Justice report. MWNUK CEO Baroness Shaista Gohir was extensively quoted on how sometimes family members put women in danger by pressurising them to return to abusive husbands to 'make the marriage work.' Quotes also included her concerns about spiritual abuse and importance of legally defining it.
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BBC Asian Network - 11/12/2024
Sara Sharif
Muslim Women's Network UK was quoted on the BBC Asian Network in relation to Sara Sharif's father and step mother being found guilty of her murder and the 10 year old being failed by everyone including the services that should have protected her.
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Third Sector - 01/11/2024
Covenant represents ‘vital opportunity’ for sector
The article examined government’s Civil Society Covenant. MWNUK CEO Baroness Gohir's was quoted on her concerns about the charity sector being hit very hard by the rise in national insurance contributions announced in the Autumn Budget resulting in scaling back / closing services or even some charities closing down.
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The National News - 12/09/2024
Hate crimes against Muslims go unreported despite surge in cases after UK riots
In polls conducted by Muslim Women's Network charity, almost one fifth of the 200 people interviewed said they had encountered hostility since the riots, which were marked by violence against migrants and Muslim communities in towns across the country and have led to scores of people being jailed.
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The National - 30/08/2024
British Muslim women living in fear as hate surges after riots
The article highlighted Muslim Women's Network UK survey conducted after the Southport riots and mentions concerns over safety and calls to the helpline including a quote from MWNUK CEO Baroness Shaista Gohir: “We need all this hate and abuse logging now, so the government has a true picture of what is happening,” she said. “The aftermath of the riots are going to be felt for many years to come and I want to keep up the momentum.”
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Sky News - 18/08/2024
Sky News reports on Muslim women safety concerns after the UK riots
Sky News filmed the Muslim Women's Network Helpline, reported on Muslim Women's Network UK's survey finding of 75% of Muslim women being very worried about their safety and interviewed the CEO Baroness Gohir.
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Sky News - 18/08/2024
Three-quarters of Muslims worried about their safety
The article includes Muslim Women's Network UK's Muslim poll showing that 75% said they were very worried about their safety now, compared with 16% before the riots. MWNUK CEO Baroness Shaista Gohir is quoted: "Hate crime has gone up in the last decade, and the Hate Crime Strategy is out of date. I want to see hate crime legislation strengthened with the term 'hostility' defined."
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BBC News - 05/07/2024
Female MPs call harassment an assault on democracy
The article examined election experiences of two Labour MPs Jess Phillips and Shabana Mahmood. MWNUK CEO Baroness Shaista Gohir's concerns were quoted about the harassment of female candidates and the need for learning the lessons to prevent such abuse from happening again.
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Guardian - 24/06/2024
Election candidate apologises for disturbing remarks
MWNUK was quoted from its media statement on the parliamentary candidate Akhmed Yakoob’s comments about women: “We strongly encourage all women to closely examine candidates’ positions on crucial issues such as violence against women and girls and equality.”
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BBC - 23/06/2024
Election candidate sorry for 'misogynistic' remarks
The Muslim Women’s Network has condemned the “deeply disturbing” statements and urged parliamentary candidates to commit to improving the safety of women in all communities.
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Sky News - 13/05/2024
Bollywood star Shabana Azmi on Democracy
Muslim Women's Network UK mentioned in article about hosting Bollywood actress Shabana Azmi at the House Of Lords to celebrate her film career alongside her work championing women's rights and her London Freedom Of The City award.
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Hyphen Online - 08/04/2024
Doulas helping to tackle inequality in maternity care
Muslim Women’s Network UK's maternity reporty which was published in 2022 mentioned about the maternity experiences of more than 1,000 Muslim women from ethnic minority communities.
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BBC - 13/03./2024
The World Tonight
MWNUK Baroness Gohir discussed Michael Gove's proposed new definition and how Muslims are being demonised.
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Guardian - 10/03/2024
This time it’s really hard’: British Muslims reflect as Ramadan begins
Ibtisam Belola, a trustee at the Muslim Women Network UK, was quote: "Ramadan was a “special” time for the community and she was looking forward to the holy month. It is a time of reflection, spirituality but also of togetherness … It’s a positive time. Ramadan is something that Muslims look forward. We look forward to that ability to connect with others.”
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BBC Radio - 02/03/2024
The Week in Westminster
To discuss Islamophobia, Emily was joined by Baron Walney, the government’s independent adviser on political violence and disruption, and Baroness Gohir, who leads the charity, Muslim Women's Network UK.
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GG2 News - 01/03/2024
Unite to end race hatred, says Sadiq Khan
MWNUK CEO Baroness Gohir was quoted extensively about the escalating levels of anti-Muslim prejudice particularly towards Muslim women feel less safe whether in public spaces, on public transport, at university, online, in the workplaces or when accessing services.
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Guardian - 26/02/2024
Were two Muslim women in east London run over because they were wearing hijabs?
MWNUK CEO Baroness Shaista Gohir, was quoted Islamophobia: “....there’s this perception amongst the public, which is a narrative that’s reinforced by politicians...that Muslim women are oppressed and forced to cover up. It's become acceptable to say very negative things about Muslims, even if you’re a public figure....When it comes to Islamophobia, there is a tolerance to it...."
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Asian Voice - 09/01/2024
A new faceless enemy for women?
MWNUK CEO Baroness Gohir quoted:“Black, Asian and minority women are over-represented in female domestic homicides. There is a need to focus on their particular experiences and additional barriers ...... Muslim Women’s Network UK is also highlighting femicide rates in minority ethnic women through a dedicated page on our website called Say Her Name....
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