Council of British Pakistanis - Scotland

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new Instagram page dedicated to the CALS Project! 🎉 Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes updates, inspiring stories, and real-time progress as we continue our mission to empower the Scottish Youth of Pakistani Origin.

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📅 Date: August 31, 2024
📍 Location: Edinburgh

We recently held a successful focus group in Edinburgh with Scottish Pakistanis, ranging from teens to adults, to explore their cultural identity and the challenges they face. Participants discussed how they navigate their dual heritage, the impact of societal stereotypes, and the need for better support systems, especially for mental health and combating discrimination.

Key Takeaways:

Many participants take pride in both their Scottish and Pakistani identities, but younger attendees often struggle to express this duality. Cultural tensions arise from differences in traditions, especially around social activities and gender roles. The group highlighted the need for culturally competent support services and safe spaces for open dialogue. There’s a shared aspiration to foster greater understanding between the Scottish and Pakistani communities and to preserve their cultural heritage.

This discussion underscored the importance of creating inclusive environments where Scottish Pakistanis can thrive and feel valued.

Let's continue to support our diverse communities!

CBP(S) is excited to start Urdu classes during term time after the Summer holidays. Please get in touch to reserve a space.

Please note new contact no for Council of British Pakistanis (Scotland) -
07541 468383. As we work remotely either call us or email at [email protected]
Thank you.

Muslim Women's Association of Edinburgh are hosting a marital event on 26th November at Iqra Mosque, Edinburgh at 7pm. I think they've done really well to organise this community event. Can you please share far and wide to ensure a successful evening, inshallah. Link to register and further details are below, thank you.

MWAE Singles Website The Muslim Women's Association of Edinburgh was set up at the end of 2005 by a group of Muslim women who found a lack of social activities for women and their families in Edinburgh.

Nasim Azad, on behalf of Council of British Pakistanis (Scotland) facilitated an event with Immigration Compliance and Enforcement Scotland and Northern Ireland. This took place at Blackhall Mosque, Edinburgh on Monday 24.10.2022 and attended by 15 people, some who were part of Blackhall Mosque management and some members of the public. Purpose of this event was to talk on the different aspects of the work carried out by Immigration Enforcement across Scotland and create a better understanding between BAME communities and the Home Office generally. Good, robust discussion took place with a few members of the public seeking information on their applications' status. The Home Office team undertook to look at cases raised and respond in due course. Wider issues were discussed too. Thanks to Blackhall Mosque for hosting and to the senior officers of Immigration Enforcement. Council of British Pakistanis (Scotland) hope to facilitate further events across Mosques and BAME organisations across Scotland. This is a good way of creating mutual respect and understanding.

Council of British Pakistanis (Scotland) offer their profound condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II. This is a moment of great sadness for her family, the nation and Commonwealth. Dedication, grace and integrity were a hallmark of her reign. She will be much missed. Our thoughts and prayers are for her family.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/986778-three-hour-long-telethon-imran-raises-rs5bn-for-flood-victims

Three-hour-long telethon: Imran Khan raises Rs500 crore for flood victims ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman and former premier Imran Khan on Monday held an international telethon to raise funds from within the country and overseas Pakistanis for the flood...

Today, 14 June is World Blood Donor Day. Sadly, everyday blood is needed, we all have it in us to make a difference. Video below shows the great work carried out by the Scottish Ahlul Bayt Society who are raising the importance of blood donation across Scotland, particularly within the Muslim communities. Only 4% of Scotland's eligible community currently give blood. Get in touch with the Blood Transfusion Service near you to make a difference.





https://www.scotblood.co.uk/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZ_6Lr5k9Pw

Scotblood - Give blood Save or improve the lives of up to three people.

Copied from Muslim Council of Scotland's fb page.

Muslim Council of Scotland wish to congratulate Mrs Samina Ali and her colleagues of Falkirk's "Rainbow Muslim Women's Group", on winning "Community Group of the Year" at the British Muslim Awards in March 2022, in Manchester. Their incredible and vast work covers such a wide range of projects and activities ie supporting women in education/training, supporting locals during lockdown, running workshops on Ramadan/Islamphobia/Mental health, currently working to help Ukraine refugees, and much more. They are indeed an inspiration and role models for all. We wish them every success! Here's their fb page for further information on their wonderful work.
https://www.facebook.com/RainbowMuslimWomensGroup/








https://www.falkirkherald.co.uk/news/people/british-muslim-awards-falkirks-rainbow-muslim-group-take-community-title-3596742

British Muslim Awards: Falkirk's Rainbow Muslim Group take community title Falkirk’s Rainbow Muslim Women’s Group received a top accolade at a recent awards ceremony.