Equality and Human Rights
16 Days of Activism 2025
16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence takes place each year from 25 November until 10 December. This year for 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, we focused on a number of campaigns, events and activities. Influenced Podcast Launch During 16 Days of Activism, we launched Episode 1 of our Influenced Podcast, which explores…
Read MoreIAM 2025: Flipping the Script
by Amina Ahmed, our Communications & Digital Media Volunteer The Muslims of today are not the downfall of our community — they are its very pillars. They contribute and strengthen the social fabric that holds us all together. Yet, the narratives surrounding Islam are often clouded by misinformation and fear. It is time to flip the script…
Read MoreTrustee’s Week 2025
3rd – 11th November marked Trustees Week! A huge shout out to our wonderful and talented Trustees who help ensure that Amina MWRC runs smoothly and effectively. We are so grateful to have a strong team of women who lead in their strides for women’s rights, gender equality and inclusion. We asked our Trustees for…
Read MoreInternational Day for the Eradication of Poverty
17th October marks the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. On this day, we work togetherto show care, support, and co-create solutions that help combat poverty. In light of this year’s theme of Ending social and institutional maltreatment by ensuring respect and effective support for families, our Financial Advocacy Caseworker has compiled simple yet…
Read MoreWomen 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…
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