Date: 28/06/24
Join Raza Ahmed and Danayal Zia for Friday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Europe: Hotbed of Islamophobia’ and ‘Voting’
Europe: Hotbed of Islamophobia
Recent reports highlight a troubling rise in Islamophobia across Europe, particularly in Germany, with increasing incidents of hate crimes and discrimination. These developments underscore the urgent need for stronger measures to combat intolerance and protect the rights of Muslim communities.
Voting
Voting is a significant responsibility for Muslims, as it allows them to influence decisions that align with Islamic values of justice and community welfare. By participating in elections, Muslims can help ensure that policies reflect their principles and contribute to a society that upholds equity and fairness for all.
Guests include:
Professor John Esposito - Professor of Religion and International Affairs and of Islamic Studies at Georgetown University. Founding Director of the Alwaleed Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding at Georgetown University.
Ms Amina Shareef - deeply engaged in exploring the nexus between Critical Muslim Studies and Islamophobia Studies. Her work delves into how young Muslim women are impacted by counterextremism initiatives and the pervasive presence of anti-Muslim racism.
Ms Amal Abu-Bakhare - An Assistant Professor in Education at Goldsmiths, University of London. She researches the topics of anti-Muslim racism, counter-extremism, education, gender, and hijab politics.
Dr. Mona Amer - Professor of psychology with specializations in clinical and community psychology. She is the founder of the Department of Psychology at The American University in Cairo.
Iffat Mirza and Unlock Democracy
Producers:
Dania Nasir and Faiza Mirza