Since the conflict in Syria began in 2011, countless innocent citizens have been caught up in the senseless violence and devastation. These vulnerable people have been forced to flee their homes, leaving behind their possessions, communities, and everything they once held dear. A life lived on the road is challenging, lonely, and desperate – yet this is now the reality for so many Syrian people.
Last week a paramedic, an ambulance driver and a rescue worker became the latest humanitarians to lose their lives in Syria. They join a chilling set of figures; 2018 was the secon…
At the age of eighteen I began raising money for orphans and people in need. I now manage advocacy at one of the world’s largest faith based agencies, a job that is rewarding and…
Dhul Hijjah is the last month of the Islamic lunar year, and it is a month filled with great blessings for those who seek its rewards and follow the teachings outlined in the Holy …
In North London’s Waltham Forest, people who too often go hungry will be able to enjoy a meal together this week thanks to a local community initiative supported by Muslim Aid. L…
Once you have marked the Day of Arafat, offered your Qurbani, and celebrated Eid ul-Adha with your loved ones, the blessed month of Dhul Hijjah draws to a close. This brings the co…
It is narrated that the first Qurbani happened atop Mount Arafat - a location which is intrinsically linked to the story of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S). This is the mountain that Prop…
Qurbani is a fundamental religious obligation which all able Muslims must complete each year. As a result, it is essential to fully understand it. Qurbani comes with rules and requ…
Eid is an important word in Islam, hence why it comes up more than once throughout the year. The word 'Eid' in Arabic translates as 'Festival' or 'Celebration' and Allah (SWT) wan…
Explore the wonders and joys of the many expressions of the Holy Month worldwide. With Muslim Aid's help. gain an insight into the truly global Ramadan.
As one of the Five Pillars of Islam, charity plays a huge part in everyday life for Muslims around the world. Helping those less fortunate than ourselves by giving up free time is …
Here at Muslim Aid, we work hard to help humanity, no matter what people's individual circumstances. Helping to reduce the amount of homelessness in the UK is part of what we do, e…
To put it simply, Islam encourages unity and equality among all individuals, regardless of age, colour, gender or social status.Take the annual pilgrimage of Hajj, for example; the…
One year on from the Rohingya crisis, Kawsar Zaman visits Myanmar to witness life for the Rohingya children left behind. This Saturday 25 August marks 1 year on from the start of …
As a parent, it is a lifelong duty to ensure your family is resilient and united. The leadership role that you play is important to teach and help children understand significant v…
If you are embarking on the Hajj pilgrimage this year, it is likely you already have all your travel documents in order and know when you will be arriving in Mecca. However, we t…
Q. What is Qurbani?Qurbani is the act of offering a sacrifice on Eid-al-Adha. It commemorates the supreme sacrifice offered by the Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to show his total submission…
Hajj is no doubt an amazing spiritual journey that every Muslim aspires to embark on. There is an enormous amount of information associated with Hajj; most is critical to ensure th…
There are two annual key festivals that are celebrated in Islam - one is Eid-ul-Fitr and the other is Eid-ul-Adha.Although they are both named Eid, they are two completely differen…
Aside from the religious obligations upon Muslims during the Holy month of Ramadan, fasting has countless health benefits, too. From improved weight management and healthier blood …
