Chaired by IHRC’s Head of Research, Arzu Merali and co-editor of the book The Routledge International Handbook of Islamophobia, Dr Irene Zempi began the discussion on why this compilation of 32 chapters was put together. Dr Zempi said she and Imran Awan felt it was a necessary step. She said “people in the political
Whilst the climate of hatred against pro-Palestinian activists is being hyped up, Merali argues that we need to continue exposing Israeli apartheid and racism.
Lauren Booth joined us at the IHRC Bookshop to discuss her memoir ‘Finding Peace in the Holy Land’ on 4 October 2018. Buy Lauren’s book here, and other platforms. Watch the author evening video below.
The leader of the Islamic Movement, Sheikh Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, is not the troublesome priest to be gotten rid of by insinuation, writes Arzu Merali.* One can’t help but wonder whether Buhari’s latest campaign tactic – as claimed across the media in Nigeria today – that Iran is now his and not Sheikh
30th November 2018 saw the UK Launch of the Counter-Islamophobia Toolkit in London at Central Hall Westminster. This is my contribution. Find the findings of the UK section of the project here.
“We are in an emergency situation” More from the Sheikh Zakzaky Presser. Arzu Merali answers media questions.
Published on OpenDemocracy, this call from A Collective Of Muslim Women From Across Europe, demands a real European model of inclusion and pluralism giving everyone access to employment and education while not placing an extra burden on women. Arzu Merali was one of the signatories. Read it in full here, or below.
In the wake of controversial comments from the OFSTED chief, Amanda Spielman, claiming Muslim primary school girls were sexualised by wearing the hijab and supporting a hijab ban, Arzu Merali talks about why Spielman must resign. Related: Why I think Amanda Spielman should resign her Ofsted post
[1 Feb, 2024]I was honoured to join Salim Kassam when he was at The Muslim Vibe for their podcast, talking about the work of IHRC and the journey I went on personally before helping to set up the organisation. Listen below.
Arzu Merali joins Salaam Media in South Africa to discuss the issue. Moulana Abdurahman Laily talks to Arzu Merali. Listen below. Read Arzu Merali’s piece with this title here.