Much like the debate over same-sex marriage, the on-going protests in Birmingham over LGBTQ+ education have yet again shone a spotlight on the clashes between LGBTQ+ rights and religious belief. For many in the LGBTQ+ community, it has been disheartening that almost two decades on from the repeal of Section 28, they find themselves arguing…
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On the 24th April 2018, British Muslims for Secular Democracy was delighted to celebrate our 10th Anniversary of fighting for the rights of Muslims in a secular UK democracy. Seated upstairs in the University Women’s Club in London, members of the British public heard as the co-founders of BMSDemocracy – Yasmin Alibhai-Brown and Dr Nasreen…
BMSDemocracy condemns Khalid Ali, Taliban bomb-maker, convicted of possessing an explosive substance and preparing terrorist acts on potential targets in the MI6 building, New Scotland Yard, The Houses of Parliament, Downing Street and Westminster Bridge. Ali’s actions, had they been carried out, not only carry bloody repercussions for his victims and invoke terror nationwide but rebound…
BMSDemocracy are deeply saddened to hear the death of Asma Jahangir and wish to honour the late Pakistani lawyer and human rights activist. She stood up for universal human rights and equality for all. She was one of Pakistan’s leading human rights activists and lawyers and someone who inspired millions around the world. Jehangir courageously…
Press Statement -BMSDemocracy Media Launch