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1. What is the Forum of Muslim Organisations (Greater Manchester)?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Forum is a proposed collaborative platform designed to unite Muslim organisations across Greater Manchester. Its aim is to foster networking, shared learning, advocacy, and joint action to address community needs and promote social good, guided by Islamic values and best practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. What is the vision for the Forum?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A unified and thriving Muslim civic presence in Greater Manchester\u2014empowered by collaboration, committed to justice (Adl)<\/em> and excellence (Ihsaan),<\/em> and contributing to a more compassionate and equitable society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. What is its mission?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

To provide a collaborative platform for Muslim organisations to connect, share resources and work together. It aims to strengthen collective impact, promote strategic advocacy and advance community development, grounded in Qur\u2019anic values and Prophetic principles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Why is the Forum needed?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Although Muslim organisations in Greater Manchester contribute significantly to society, past efforts at collaboration have been fragmented. The Forum responds to a growing demand for unity, coordination and a collective voice to positively enhance the Muslims community\u2019s impact and representation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Who are we?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Forum of Muslim Organisations has emerged through consultation with representatives of many organisations, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Action for Humanity <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • British Muslim Heritage Centre<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • British Palestinian Families Network<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Cheadle Mosque<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Altrincham Mosque<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Khizra Mosque<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Convert Muslim Foundation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Islamic Society of Britain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Manchester Muslim Forum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    6. What makes it different?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • Muslim organisations demonstrate a wealth of skills, expertise and concern for grassroots communities. It is time these efforts were pooled in a collaborative and unified way that would mean that the collective impact would be stronger than the sum of parts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Efforts to establish collaborative networks in the past have been short-lived due to various challenges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • There is an imperative to bring together Greater Manchester\u2019s diverse Muslim organisations who work hard to serve communities and contribute greatly to British civil society in a meaningful way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • At a time when Muslim communities are feeling increasingly strained and disenfranchised by national and global events, collaboration would lead to increased strength and resilience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Where Muslim communities often feel disempowered, the Forum, would seek to impact policy discussions and public discourse as well as provide focussed training, resources and consultancy on issues as wide ranging as Muslim women, interfaith-relations, community cohesion to media engagement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • The Forum would focus attention on areas that are often neglected yet have high impact e.g., Muslim converts, young people and female leadership development. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      7. Why should your organisation join?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

      There are multiple benefits for member organisations. The Forum seeks to provide opportunities for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Networking and resource sharing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Capacity Building<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Advocacy and the representation of the collective voice of Muslim organisations in policy discussions and public discourse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Knowledge Exchange<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Policy Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Media & Public Relations training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        8. How does the Forum align with Islamic teachings?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

        It is grounded in key Qur\u2019anic and Prophetic principles such as unity, enjoining the good, standing up for justice, environmental sustainability and the collective wellbeing of society. These guide its ethical approach and commitment to communal solidarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        9. What are the Forum\u2019s core values?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        • Ihsaan (Excellence) \u2013 integrity, ethical conduct, compassion and reflection<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Harnessing Diversity \u2013 inclusive of all cultures, ages, and Islamic traditions (non-sectarian)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Collaboration and shared learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Empowerment and advocacy \u2013 supporting youth, women and grassroots leadership<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          10. How is the Forum structured?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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          • Board<\/em> \u2013 Strategic oversight, ethical guidance, diverse representation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Advisory Panel<\/em> \u2013 subject-matter experts in policy, youth, interfaith and community development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Working Groups<\/em> \u2013 thematic teams focused on specific objectives<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Operational Management Team<\/em> \u2013 responsible for daily coordination and communications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            11. Who can become a member?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

            All Muslim organisations operating in or around Greater Manchester are eligible. This includes mosques, charities, schools, women\u2019s groups, and youth organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            12. What types of membership are available?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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            • Full Members<\/em> \u2013 Larger or well-established organisations with voting rights and leadership roles<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Associate Members <\/em>\u2013 Smaller or emerging groups that benefit from capacity-building and networking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              13. How can my organisation get involved?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

              You can express interest by contacting the Forum\u2019s initial organising group. Details of the           application process and founding assembly will be shared as part of the upcoming launch phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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