Equality and Human Rights
Women Against the Far Right
Alongside 200 women and organisations, Amina MWRC supports Women Against the Far Right. “The far right do not protect women, they exploit fear and divison to push their own agenda. We stand in solidarity with survivors, with refugees and migrants, and with all women and girls.” – CEO Mariam Ahmed Find out more here.
Read MoreService Update: Advocacy
Due to an unprecedented demand for support, Amina MWRC has made the difficult decision to temporarily close referrals to our Sahara Scotland Domestic Abuse and Financial Advocacy services. Since the beginning of 2025, our Sahara Scotland casework team has supported over 450 women, while our Financial Advocacy team has worked with more than 75 clients.…
Read MoreGlasgow Ministerial Visit
We were delighted to be joined by the Minister for Equalities Kaukab Stewart MSP and the Minister for Victims and Community Safety Siobhian Brown MSP at the Amina MWRC office in Glasgow on 30th April. Alongside members of the Amina Team, our Volunteers, and the Scottish Parliament Team, we discussed our role in promoting a…
Read MoreIntimacy Insights: Pre-Marital Advice for Muslim Women
Last year, we hosted Intimacy Insights, a free pre-marital webinar for Muslim women in Scotland. Featuring Sameera Qureshi, MS OTR, Islamic Psychology Practitioner & Founder of Sexual Health for Muslims, the session was the first in our Commitment to Closure series, exploring intimacy, boundaries, and the journey to healing. In some Muslim & BME communities,…
Read MorePublic Statement: Urgent Action for Women’s Safety in Glasgow
Update: Exciting news – Bailie Soryia Siddique and Glasgow Labour Group’s motion on Women’s Safety has been passed as part of a composite agreement. We are proud to have supported this motion publicly, and will continue to do so. We welcome the Glasgow Women’s Safety Action Plan and look forward to seeing key partners make…
Read MorePublic Statement: Remembering Christina McKelvie
27th March 2025 Amina – the Muslim Women’s Resource Centre is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Christina McKelvie MSP. Christina was committed to championing equality and justice. We are grateful for her support of Amina, and her many years of dedication to creating a safer and more equal world for all women…
Read MoreRamadan Reflections: Faith Beyond Fasting
18th March 2025 by Rabia Roshan Ramadan is a time of inner reflection and spiritual renewal—a chance to seek forgiveness and grow closer to God. It’s a month of fasting, prayer, and self-discipline, where we strive to abstain from anything that might detract from earning good deeds and reward. But for me, and perhaps for…
Read MoreUN International Day to Combat Islamophobia: Hate Crime Reporting
United Nations International Day to Combat Islamophobia 15th March marks the UN International Day to Combat Islamophobia. The United Nations Observances page declares International Days to “educate the general public on issues of concern, to mobilise political will and resources to address global problems, and to celebrate and reinforce achievements of humanity.” What is Islamophobia?…
Read MoreCEO Mariam Ahmed on BBC Scotland
On 6th March 2025, Mariam Ahmed, CEO of Amina – the Muslim Women’s Resource Centre featured on BBC Scotland’s the News at Seven. During the segment, Mariam spoke about the Fawziyah Javed case, Extended Family Abuse, and support that is required to help prevent this form of abuse. Mariam also highlighted Sabr, Silence and Struggles,…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day 2025: Accelerating Action for Equality
As we approach International Women’s Day on 8th March, Amina – the Muslim Women’s Resource Centre takes a moment to reflect on the urgent need to accelerate action towards gender equality. This year’s theme Accelerate Action deeply resonates with the work we do at Amina MWRC. Based in Scotland, we stand at the forefront of…
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