Islamophobia and Muslims in the Media

Join us for a lively, engaging and thought-provoking discussion on the topic of Islamophobia and Muslims in the media, with a panel of an amazing group of Muslims.

This event will feature a distinguished panel of influential and diverse Muslim voices who will share their experiences, insights, and strategies for combating negative stereotypes and promoting accurate, respectful portrayals of Muslims in the media.

What is it like for British Muslims in the UK and around the world, faced with anti-Muslim hatred and the rise in hate crimes? What are the solutions?

With:

• Saqib Iqbal Qureshi, Writer
• María Belén Roncero Moreno, Teacher
• Amna Inayat, Student, University of Salford

Hosted by: Dr Myriam Francois, Journalist, Filmmaker and Writer.

Chief Guest: Nihad Awad, Executive Director and co-founder of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), United States.

Host or Publisher MACFEST - Muslim Arts and Culture Festival.