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Muslim Women’s Thoughts on Alternative Medicine

Complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) are treatments that fall outside of mainstream healthcare. These include, but are not limited to, Acupuncture, Ayurveda, Acupressure, Chiropractic care, Aromatherapy, Hypnosis, Massage Therapy and the use of Herbs and Spices. CAM have been in use for centuries and have been growing in popularity in recent years.

Bradford's 24 brilliant nominees for British Muslim Awards 2022

MORE than 20 inspirational Bradfordians have been nominated in the upcoming ninth British Muslim Awards.

The 24 men, women and businesses have been shortlisted in the awards, which recognise the wide achievements of British people of Islamic faith, in fields including business, charity, law, and education.

The awards highlight the contribution to British society these people have made in the past 12 months, and the winners in each category of the awards will be revealed at a ceremony on Thursday, February 24, at the British Muslim Heritage Centre in Manchester.

MWC Survey: Infidelity in Marriage-Muslim Women's Experiences
This questionnaire invites Muslim women to share either their own experience or someone else’s (e.g family member or friend) experience of infidelity in marriage.
MWC Survey: Mental Health & Black Magic-South Asian Women's Experiences
The purpose of this survey is to examine the understanding of mental health issues in the South Asian community and the relationship this has with black magic.
Muslim Women’s Thoughts on Alternative Medicine

Complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) are treatments that fall outside of mainstream healthcare. These include, but are not limited to, Acupuncture, Ayurveda, Acupressure, Chiropractic care, Aromatherapy, Hypnosis, Massage Therapy and the use of Herbs and Spices. CAM have been in use for centuries and have been growing in popularity in recent years.

Islamophobia in Europe Saw a Huge Increase in 2020
According to the European Islamophobia Report 2020, Islamophobia in Europe has "exacerbated and may have reached a turning point" in 2020.
Islamophobic vandals attack a Muslim cemetery in Germany
On New Year's Eve, at least 30 tombs were damaged and smashed at a Muslim cemetery in the northwestern German city of Iserlohn. 
New Year Honours 2022: Every Bradford recipient honoured

Several brilliant Bradford women are among those from the district who have been honoured in this year’s New Years Honours list.

Ten have been made Members of the British Empire with a further lady receiving the British Empire Medal.

They have been honoured for their dedication and hard work in improving the lives and opportunities of the communities of Bradford and elsewhere, particularly those most hard to reach or living in deprived areas.

Sportsmen, Bradford professors and top civil servant have also been recognised in this year’s list.

Muslim women that stood out in 2021
Last year we were introduced to Muslim women from around the world that broke boundaries in their respective fields, fought for justice and challenged stereotypes about Hijabis.
Muslim Women's Council food initiative for the homeless celebrates eight years
THE MUSLIM Women’s Council has celebrated eight years of its initiative, Curry Circle.
MWC STEM Pathway Project with CareBlue Tutoring
During the COVID 19 pandemic, we embarked on a new STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) Careers Pathways project which was delivered by CareBlue Training and Tutoring Services.
MWC Survey: Muslim Women's Perspectives on Adoption
The purpose of this study is to explore the understanding Muslim women have of adoption in Islam and to understand the barriers, if any, that are present.
Muslim Women’s Understanding of Cancer
This study aims to evaluate and understand what Muslim women’s thoughts on cancer are.
MWC Survey: Ethnic Segregation Within Bradford’s Neighbourhoods and Surrounding Areas
This research aims to investigate whether we are seeing a similar pattern to ‘white flight’ within the South Asian communities and the impact of segregated neighbourhoods.
Muslim basketballer inspires Muslim girls
Jamad Fiin is a US Muslim basketball star that became an inspiration for many, launching new camps for basketball to change the game for young athletes
Young Muslim Women Speak: Drugs, Faith and Safeguarding
After multiple brainstorming sessions and careful consideration of the community’s urgent concerns and extensive research, the Muslim Women’s Council Think Tank programme is publishing its first report.
‘The right to happiness’: Re/Marriage after 40
The Muslim Women’s Council Think Tank programme is publishing its second report ‘The right to happiness’: Re/Marriage after 40 Muslim Women’s Views and Experiences.
Beyond Stigma: Muslim women’s views and experiences on mental health
Beyond Stigma: Muslim women’s views and experiences on mental health is the fourth report of the Muslim Women’s Council’s Think Tank programme.
The Impact of Covid-19 on Muslim Women In Bradford
This study looks at how the pandemic has affected the local communities and how the decisions that were made on a national level affected Muslim women in Bradford.
Understanding Crime: Muslim Parents’ Perspectives
This study aims to examine the experiences and views of Muslim women from Bradford on parenting children involved in crime.