Category Archives: Politics

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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Recent UK terrorist attacks spark hate crime

Posted on July 14, 2017 by JAN Trust

The recent terrorist attacks in Manchester and London have sparked more than the coming together of communities. They have also led to an increase in hate crime, and specifically Islamophobic hate crimes. After the Manchester attack on the 22nd of … Continue reading →

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BBC’s ‘The Betrayed Girls’ highlights ground-breaking work of JAN Trust Patron Nazir Afzal

Posted on July 5, 2017 by JAN Trust

JAN Trust’s Patron Nazir Afzal OBE features prominently in a 90 minute documentary for BBC One – ‘The Betrayed Girls’. The programme explores Afzal’s instrumental role in delivering justice for the victims of the Rochdale child exploitation scandal. Over the … Continue reading →

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JAN Trust’s view: What has the Queen’s Speech told us about new counter-terrorism measures?

Posted on June 27, 2017 by JAN Trust

In the final days of the election campaign, Theresa May announced “enough is enough” – terrorism was not to be left unchallenged. She revealed a readiness to weaken human rights laws if they “get in the way” of apprehending terror … 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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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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London is a diverse city – we cannot let a terrorist attack stir up hatred and fear

Posted on March 23, 2017 by JAN Trust

Yesterday, in shocking and tragic scenes broadcast across the world, London suffered its first terrorist attack for over a decade. The British capital had not seen similar tragedy since the 7/7 bombings which claimed 52 lives and injured countless more. … Continue reading →

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Marine Le Pen’s Vision of an Islamophobic France

Posted on February 23, 2017 by JAN Trust

Marine Le Pen, presidential candidate for the National Front party, a right-wing party which has not been in power since its founding in the 1960s, has caused endless controversy with her campaign. She has stated that she is opposed to … Continue reading →

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