The post explores the new Prevent Commissioner’s role, calling for visible independence and a move away from confusing Whitehall jargon. It highlights the importance of addressing the ‘Mainstreamed Far-Right’ and argues that lasting community safety is built on faith literacy, trust, and real engagement rather than just top-down policy.
Tag Archives: Interfaith
Walking Together in a Time of Fear
Yesterday evening, I joined a peace and faith walk in Birmingham following the horrific attack in Golders Green. Organised by the Lord Mayor, the walk ended at Singers Hill Synagogue and brought together people of different faiths and none in a shared stand against hatred and division. I was asked to speak and reflected onContinue reading “Walking Together in a Time of Fear”
Reclaiming the Flag: who does England belong to?
The flag of St George is increasingly being used as a tool of intimidation rather than celebration, signalling division and exclusion rather than unity. But who does the flag belong to? This St George’s Day, we’re reclaiming the flag as a symbol of belonging, shared identity and common humanity, A flag that belongs to all of us, regardless of race, religion, colour or creed.
Misunderstanding Islam: A Response to Inflammatory Rhetoric in The Catholic Herald
The Catholic Herald is a London-based Roman Catholic monthly magazine, established in 1888. It claims to have approximately 565,000 online readers per month, with printed copies distributed across the UK, the US, and the Vatican. It was not a publication I was familiar with until today. The article by Gavin Ashenden, published in The CatholicContinue reading “Misunderstanding Islam: A Response to Inflammatory Rhetoric in The Catholic Herald”
Exploring Interfaith Unity at the Abrahamic Family House
This year, I’ve been fortunate to journey to some truly remarkable places. I’ve marvelled at the timeless pyramids of Giza and prayed Salat-ul-Jummah in the awe-inspiring Sultan Hassan Mosque in Cairo. The vibrant, sapphire-blue waters of Rabat, framed by rugged cliffs and golden sands, were as enchanting as the tagines we savoured each evening. InContinue reading “Exploring Interfaith Unity at the Abrahamic Family House”
Soulful Spaces 