Voice of Islam

“Peace Building" and "Marriage"

Join Salman Qamar and Qayyum Rashid for Friday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: "Peace" and "Marriage"

Peace

In this program we will discuss different ways to implement peace in the world. We will look at the Islamic teachings as the perfect example. His Holiness, worldwide head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community has delivered several lectures on this topic. Some of the points will be discussed in this program.

Marriage

Marriage is on the decline in Britain. It's been labelled as a social revolution that has recently been charted by the census published this year and covering 10 years of social trends in Britain. Marriage trends over a 50-year period continued the trend line to discover that marriage will all but disappear by 2062. In this program we will discuss why marriages are on a serious decline across all cultures and faiths and how the role of marriage in the correct manner through the Islamic lens can be the saviour of societies.

Guests

Dr Mohammad Iqbal - Presenter Producer of Living History on VOI and representative of Matrimonial Affairs for the Northern Regions in the Executive Committe of Ahmadiyya Muslim Association.Uk.

Producers:

Salman Qamar and Qayyum Rashid

Introduction and News

Topic: 1

Imperial College Library renamed to Nobel Prize winner; Abdus Salam

Topic: 2

Britain no longer a Christian Country

Guest includes:

Ahmad Salam

Professor James Walter

Dr. Joanna Collicutt

Tim Hutchings

Join Safeer Khan and Faheen Nasir for Thursday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: “Dementia" and "BRICS"

Dementia

Join us as we we will be delving into the intricate world of dementia. Explore with us the emotional journey faced by individuals and families dealing with this challenging condition. Through personal stories, expert interviews, and touching narratives, we’ll shed light on the impact of dementia on relationships, memory, and daily life. Tune in to gain understanding, empathy, and insights into this journey of love, patience, and resilience.

BRICS

What began as informal discussions in 2001 has evolved into a formal alliance, with vast populations, abundant resources, and substantial economic clout, BRICS nations wield significant influence. These countries convene regularly to discuss issues of mutual interest, such as trade, technology, and global governance, shaping the international discourse in profound ways.Tune in as we delve deeper into the intricacies of BRICS and its impact on our ever-changing world.

Guests

Jess Tobin- Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Science Communications Manager

Sarah Priestley- Sarah is a Registered Mental Health Nurse

Bailey Kitchen- Caregiver for her father who has early onset dementia

Saira Bhatti- Bachelor of Sciences Degree in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience and completed her Master’s in Dementia Neuroscience

Chris Devonshire-Ellis – Chairman & Founding Partner, China Belt and Road Initiative Desk

Professor Rod Alence – Associate Professor, International Relations

Professor Narnia Bohler-Muller – Developmental, Capable and Ethical State research division

Producers

Zohra Mobashir, Iffat Mirza and Faiza Mirza

Topic: 01 The beauty of Nature expressed in the Quran through gardens

Topic: 02 Exploring lucid dreaming; A window into consciousness and human experience

Presenters: Imam Nafees Qamar & Imam Asim Hashmi

Guest:

01. Bob Flowerdew [email protected]

02. Charles Dowding [email protected]

03. Dr. Nigel Hamilton [email protected]

Researchers: Sabiha Saif, Saba Ijaz, Subia Ahmad, Kashifa Noor Ahmad, Saleha Ahmad & Barira Haroon

Producer: Halima Ahmad

20.09.23

Join Aneeq ur Rehman and Tariq Bajwa for Wednesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing “Happiness at Work” and “Self Reformation”

Happiness at Work

In today's fast-paced and competitive world, achieving genuine contentment and fulfilment in the workplace has become a vital pursuit. How have those who manage to achieve this contentment done it, and can everyone feel positively about their workplace? Join us as we discuss how to make work your happy place.

Self Reformation

Islam emphasises self-reflection and self- reformation for spiritual growth. It advocates assessing actions, intentions, and character in alignment with faith principles. Key aspects include self- accountability on Judgment Day, seeking forgiveness, purifying the heart, sincere intentions, continuous improvement, learning from mistakes, accountability in all matters, mindfulness, balance, and following the Prophet's example. Quranic verses support these concepts, urging believers to purify their souls and seek Allah's guidance.

Guests

Fennande van der Meulen: Co - founder of Happy Office and Co-author of The Happy Office Manifesto

Rob Baker: Founder of Tailored Thinking Consultancy

Professor Catherine Shea: Assistant Professor at the Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University

Aref Farraj: Consultant and graduate from London School of Economics and Political Science

Producers:

Faryal Nasir and Safeer Zartasht Khan

20.09.23

Join Aneeq ur Rehman and Tariq Bajwa for Wednesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing “Happiness at Work” and “Self Reformation”

Happiness at Work

In today's fast-paced and competitive world, achieving genuine contentment and fulfilment in the workplace has become a vital pursuit. How have those who manage to achieve this contentment done it, and can everyone feel positively about their workplace? Join us as we discuss how to make work your happy place.

Self Reformation

Islam emphasises self-reflection and self- reformation for spiritual growth. It advocates assessing actions, intentions, and character in alignment with faith principles. Key aspects include self- accountability on Judgment Day, seeking forgiveness, purifying the heart, sincere intentions, continuous improvement, learning from mistakes, accountability in all matters, mindfulness, balance, and following the Prophet's example. Quranic verses support these concepts, urging believers to purify their souls and seek Allah's guidance.

Guests

Fennande van der Meulen: Co - founder of Happy Office and Co-author of The Happy Office Manifesto

Rob Baker: Founder of Tailored Thinking Consultancy

Professor Catherine Shea: Assistant Professor at the Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University

Aref Farraj: Consultant and graduate from London School of Economics and Political Science

Producers:

Faryal Nasir and Safeer Zartasht Khan

Topic: 01 Targeting microbes to treat heart disease

Topic: 02 The evolution of the Ahmadiyya Community through Jalsa Salana UK

Presenter: Imam Muhammed Ather & Imam Nooruddeen Jahangeer Khan

Guest:

01. Amie Leckie

02. Arsalan Ahmad

03. Madiha Mubarik Cheema

Researchers: Mehrish Dogar, Tanzeel Khorram & Zanib Khan

Producer: Tamseela Khorram (ATP) and Namood E Sahar

Join Sharjeel Ahmad and Saad Ahmed for Tuesday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: “Right Wing and Europe" and "Interfaith"

Right Wing and Europe

With the recent elections held across a number of European countries, a pattern has emerged. Far right parties and politicians have become ever more popular. This would have been unimaginable several years ago, so what has changed? Join us as we discuss how and why this pattern has emerged and what the dangers of far right populism can be.

Interfaith

Our world is the birthplace of many faiths and has accommodated and nourished multiple religions. It has provided a common roof to major religions for their sustenance and growth. The term 'Interfaith Dialogue' refers to the positive and cooperative interaction between people of different religions, faiths or spiritual beliefs, with the aim of promoting understanding between different religions and to increase acceptance and tolerance. Join us as we discuss the importance of buidling bridges of harmony.

Guests

Dr. Thomas Greven (Adjunct Professor of Political Science at Freie Universität Berlin and an independent author and political consultant.

Professor Cesáreo Rodríguez-Aguilera de Prat (Emeritus Professor of Political Science at the University of Barcelona)

Baldev Khinda (Works for greater community cohesion and is from a Punjabi Indian background)

Vandana Dey (Graduated in Finance and works in the Civil Service)

Producers

Cemal Inam & Khansa Razzaq

New and Weather update

Segment 1: A new blasphemy law: Danish government to propose criminalisation of improper treatment of significant religious objects

Segment 2: Childhood cancer awareness month

Segment 3: Typhoon Doksuri: What can we learned

'Defence Spending " and "Bilingual Brain"

Presenter

Immam Imran Akram

Immam Qamar