Islam Awareness Week
Islam Awareness Week Scotland is part of a UK-wide initiative in its 21st year.
Over 30 Scottish Muslim organisations and institutions have come together to organise a week of diverse, stimulating and reflective events open to anyone who wishes to meet Muslims and learn more about Islam. It is an opportunity to promote awareness of the many shared values of Islam and highlight the contributions made by Muslims to our world.
We aim to engage the people of Scotland of all faiths, and none, in achieving a greater understanding of Islam and celebrate the unity and diversity of Muslim Scots as an
integrated part of the Scottish community.
The Islamic Society of Britain www.isb.org.uk
Islam Awareness Week Scotland is coordinated by The Islamic Society of Britain, a community based charity established in 1990.
It was one of the first organisations that sought to evolve a uniquely British flavour to Islam. Its aims are:
- To promote greater understanding and awareness of Islam
- To organise, educate and enhance the development of British Muslim communities
- To encourage positive contribution to British society and the promotion of social justice
We view Islam as a religion of peace and a continuation of age-old teachings from God to humanity as a way of life that has a strong focus on the worship of one God, justice
and equity between people.