ABOUT THE EVENT (13 September 2014)
With recent events affecting the local community, the Glasgow branch of the Islamic Society of Britain felt there was a need to provide a space for the community to explore these issues and start to think how we, collectively as a community, should deal with the small number of people among us who are adopting a misconceived interpretation of Islam and acting upon these beliefs. Their actions have a significant impact on their families and the wider community.
We brought together an experienced panel of speakers who offered their perspectives and discussed how we can respond in a measured and constructive manner.
PANELLISTS
* Shaykh Ruzwan Mohammed – Islamic Scholar, iSyllabus UK
– Can there be a theological justification for joining extremist groups such as IS(IS) ?
* Shoket Aksi – Prison Youth Worker, YCSA
– Coolness of their eyes: What do parents need to know about young people prone to radicalisation
* Dr Salah Beltagui – Muslim Council of Scotland
– Blame free? What role do Mosques and organisations have to play
* Safa Yousaf – School Development Officer, Amina Muslim Women’s Resource Centre
– Life through a lens: Perspectives on life as a young Muslim woman
* Inspector Shaheen Baber – Police Scotland, Safer Communities Unit
– Security and the State: What role is the Police playing and what impact does this have on the community?
* Aamer Anwar – Lawyer and Campaigner
– Elephant in the room: What are the ‘real’ causes of radicalisation