Members of the Muslim Women’s Council team were honoured to attend a gathering outside Bradford City Hall to celebrate the Bishop of Bradford, Toby Howarth, following his appointment as Bishop of Leeds.
We have always valued Bishop Toby’s friendship, kind support and commitment to community work. He has been a keen supporter of our work, including the Curry Circle hot food initiative and our annual Daughters of Eve Conference.
Our team has been in deep discussion on important aspects of our building renovation with the team at Your Renovation Group. It is great to see progress being made, and we cannot wait to share more with you soon.
The MWC Women’s Building was one of the final projects our beloved sister Bana Gora devoted herself to. Launched by Bana in 2024, her vision was to create a landmark centre for women by women: a home for learning, faith, leadership and community strength.
The Muslim Women’s Council is delighted to announce the return of the Daughters of Eve Conference on Friday 2 October 2026.
This year’s conference, titled Women of God: Rooted in Faith, Transforming Communities, will bring Muslim women together for a day of faith, reflection, learning and meaningful connection.
Members of the Muslim Women's Council were honoured to attend the launch of Leeds Road Festival 2026 at Bradford Live on Sunday 9 August, where they had the privilege of presenting the inaugural Bana Gora Community Award to a truly deserving recipient.
The award has been established in honour of the Muslim Women's Council's beloved co founder and CEO, Bana Gora, recognising her lifelong dedication to serving Bradford and her unwavering commitment to empowering women and strengthening local communities.
We are proud to share that Selina Ullah, former Chair and continuing trustee and co-founder of the Muslim Women’s Council, was named among the finalists for Women of the Year at the British Asian Women Awards 2026.
The awards celebrate women whose leadership, service and contribution have made a meaningful difference across communities in Britain. Selina was named as the winner and the 'Woman of the Year'. For us, this recognition carries particular significance, with Selina dedicating it to the memory of our beloved sister, co founder and CEO, Bana Gora.
The Muslim Women’s Council (MWC) is deeply honoured that our beloved Chief Executive and Founder, Bana Gora, was posthumously presented with the Special Recognition Award 2026 at the BPA Empowering Women Awards, held on Thursday 25 June 2026.
Over the past year, at Muslim Women’s Council, we have been blessed to share and deliver projects that brought women together through care, faith, and community.
From Ammi’s Circle, Ladies Tea and Chat, Nasheed Sounds for the soul group, walk and talk to curry circle and our local, national and international trips and retreats. Daughters of Eve Conference which honoured and celebrated women across our communities, with dignity, compassion, and purpose.
We are deeply shocked and horrified by the recent rape of a young Sikh girl. This appalling act of violence is not only an abhorrent violation of her dignity and humanity, but also a painful reminder of the ways in which racism, misogyny, and power intersect to harm the most vulnerable in our society.
Muslim Women’s Council CEO, Bana Gora, has issued a powerful message from Al Quds in the early hours of Saturday morning, as missiles were heard overhead following reported strikes in the region. The UK-based delegation was in Jerusalem as part of a spiritual and educational visit when the escalation unfolded.
“We came on a spiritual journey but now face the fear Palestinians endure daily. Please keep them, and our group, in your prayers,” Gora said in a video recorded near the Dome of the Rock.
A Proud Moment for Muslim Women’s Council
We’re delighted to announce that our CEO, Bana Gora, has been recognised with the “Here Come the Girls Award” at the 2025 Inspiring Women Awards.
Now in its 33rd year, the awards honour women making a significant difference in their communities and beyond. Bana’s tireless efforts to elevate Muslim women’s voices and create lasting social impact have rightfully earned this recognition.
