Category Archives: Inclusion

Barcelona and the evolution of terrorism: how do we stop a terror attack when vehicles are used?

Posted on September 8, 2017 by JAN Trust

The Barcelona terrorist attack three weeks ago was horrifying. It left 13 dead and over 100 people injured. The weapon of choice? A van. A ‘vehicle-ramming attack’ is one of the stealthiest forms of terror attacks due to the difficulty … Continue reading →

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Grenfell Tower: for how long will we ignore society’s most vulnerable?

Posted on August 30, 2017 by JAN Trust

In our society, it seems that some lives matter more than others. Vulnerable and disadvantaged people who have merely been born in the wrong place or situation suffer for circumstances they cannot control. When will we stop ignoring the parts … Continue reading →

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Acid Attacks in Britain: A Weapon of Terror

Posted on July 26, 2017 by JAN Trust

Two Muslim cousins, enjoying 21st birthday celebrations, had their lives irrevocably changed on June 21st after becoming disfigured in an acid attack in East London. Sparking a nationwide debate, the rise of acid attacks in the UK is now under … Continue reading →

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Twelve years on – Muslim 7/7 survivor dedicated her life to working with her community to fight extremism

Posted on July 6, 2017 by JAN Trust

Had Sajda sat on the first train carriage on the Piccadilly tube 12 years ago on 7/7, she wouldn’t be alive today. 7/7 is a day that she remembers just like yesterday. This year has been particularly difficult for her … Continue reading →

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Please support us in designing Haringey!

Posted on June 23, 2017 by JAN Trust

JAN Trust needs your help! We have launched a crowdfunding campaign with the Mayor’s Crowdfunding scheme. The aim of our project is to raise money to create the opportunity for marginalised women in Haringey to excel. We want to provide … Continue reading →

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To be represented in British society, make your voice heard by voting

Posted on June 8, 2017 by JAN Trust

June 8th has finally come – Election day. After an intensive six-week General Election campaign, we now have a chance to go to the polls and have our voices heard. This election will decide who holds power for the … Continue reading →

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#WeStandTogether: Statement from JAN Trust about the Manchester terror attack

Posted on May 23, 2017 by JAN Trust

Here at JAN Trust we are devastated to hear about yet another attack that has taken the lives of 23 people and injured at least 59 others. Our thoughts are with the families, friends and loved ones of the victims at … Continue reading →

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Nazir Afzal OBE, Patron of JAN Trust

Posted on May 11, 2017 by JAN Trust

JAN Trust is delighted to announce that Nazir Afzal OBE has become our Patron. Nazir Afzal has had an extensive and distinguished career in the Crown Prosecution Service. He was Britain’s most senior lawyer within the Crown Prosecution Service and … Continue reading →

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The Growing Problem of Knife Crime in London

Posted on May 4, 2017 by JAN Trust

As a London-based charity, JAN Trust has been shocked to witness the dramatic rise in knife crime that has occurred across the capital in the past year. To date, 9 people have been killed in the capital in 2017 and … Continue reading →

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What Effect will Brexit Have on Muslims in the UK?

Posted on April 20, 2017 by JAN Trust

The triggering of Article 50 on 29th of March which signalled the start of the two-year long process of the UK’s negotiations to leave the EU has been met with hugely differing reactions. From those in the Leave camp who … Continue reading →

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