Project Unity: Free Workshops to Educate Against Anti-Muslim Hate and Promote Inclusive Communities

• 18th August 2025
• Third Sector News | Training & Events |

Better Communities Bradford, an educational charity based in inner-city Bradford, is offering a series of free, interactive workshops across Yorkshire and the North of England, funded by the Henry Smith Charity. The aim is to increase understanding between communities, challenge misconceptions about Islam, and encourage inclusive dialogue.

About the Workshops

• Flexible & Interactive: Each workshop is tailored to the needs of your group, lasting around an hour (longer if required).
• Workshop Titles:
  1. Myths and Misconceptions about Islam (core workshop)
  2. Islam, Extremism, and the Narrative War
  3. The Truth About ‘Grooming Gangs’
  4. Does Islam Oppress Women?
  5. Islam, Terrorism, and Security
  6. Media and Political Narratives
  7. Research Workshop: How to Counter Anti-Muslim Hate
• Booking Options: You can book the core session alone or combine any of the seven sessions. Workshops require a minimum of 10 people and can host up to 100 participants.
• Venues & Facilities: No facilities are required—presenters bring their own projector and screen. Familiar and welcoming venues are preferred, including workplaces, schools, universities, sports clubs, and community centres.
• Dates: Workshops are available from July 2025 to April 2026.
• Cost: There is no charge for any workshop.

Why Partner with Project Unity?
Better Communities Bradford creates safe spaces for honest and sometimes challenging conversations. The workshops are grounded in lived experience and provide opportunities to:

• Challenge myths and harmful stereotypes
• Explore real-world issues and context
• Encourage open dialogue without judgment

Impact:

• Muslims make up 6.5% of the UK population but face a disproportionate share of religious hate crimes and media bias.
• Project Unity aims to replace polarisation with understanding, promoting community cohesion and cultural celebration.

Get Involved
To arrange a workshop or discuss content tailored to your organisation, contact:

Abbas Najib, Chief Executive

• Email: abbas@bcb.community
• Tel: 01274 062848 | Mob: 07830 513622
• Website: www.bcb.community

Bring Project Unity to your community, workplace, or educational setting and help foster greater understanding and inclusive dialogue.