Maslaha is a dynamic organisation which connects technology with the community to create inventive and effective resources to tackle issues around health and education. We also use a range of media to break down barriers and increase understanding of Islam and its contribution to society in a broader context.
Welcome to the world of Maslaha
We provide web based information on matters relating to health and education. We also use media to increase knowledge of Islam and its contribution to society in a broader context.
The scope of our work is broad and dynamic, and we want to involve YOU.
Some current project highlights:
- Dynamic health resources which address health inequalities in Muslim communities by providing information in a way that resonates with every day life and thinking
- Working closely with teachers and schools to provide curriculum resources showing the contribution of Islam and Muslims to many subjects
- An exciting online exhibition being built in partnership with the British Council as part of its Our Shared Europe programme, spanning three countries and highlighting the constant influence and sharing of ideas that has occurred between Muslim and European individuals and how Europe today would not be the same without the Islam of yesterday
Maslaha’s vision: Everything connects
We’re all about opening channels of communication to get information out in accessible and understandable ways to the people. We combine creative technology (such as film, animation, music and a strong online presence) with everyday action and engagement, finding new ways to connect and communicate.
We believe access to knowledge is fundamental – without it we cannot learn, improve our lives, or understand the lives of others. We use this approach to work towards addressing inequalities in health and education, and to enable a wide range of stories to be told – of everyday life, of extraordinary people, and of historical figures and places.
Maslaha started as a Young Foundation project and continues its strong tradition of social innovation – identifying social needs and finding creative ways to meet those needs. Our ideas are fuelled by our experience in journalism and campaigning, and are backed up by the intellectual rigour and expertise provided by our network of advisors, supporters and friends.
We bring together a wide range of people and places, including doctors, teachers, religious scholars, policy makers, students of all ages and stages, experts in health and education, nurses, young people, inter-faith organisations, patients, teacher trainers, academics in a wide range of subjects, film makers, musicians, animators, web designers, psychiatrists, philanthropists, theologians, social workers, social innovators, community workers, local celebrities, art galleries, theatre companies, museums... and many many more!
Maslaha: The website
Our website opens up a space to ask questions and share knowledge, as well as addressing significant social issues by working closely with communities and public services in areas such as health and education.
- Islamic Answers section provides somewhere to look up answers to questions raised by the Muslim community on issues related to daily life, with the help of leading scholars and academics. This section deals with some of the issues that have come up in conversations with young people, and continues to grow to cover more topics
- Untold Islam explores the trade in ideas, inventions and innovations across geographic boundaries and demonstrates the role Islam and Muslims have played in all areas of society including science and the arts, featuring essays, slide shows, and films
- Stories and Voices is an exciting interactive space which provides a fascinating window into life in Britain today. Watch our latest films which cover subjects such as Islam and science, and what Islam means to you. This section also includes interviews with prominent Muslim figures, podcasts of lectures and speeches, and encourages interested groups and individuals to contact Maslaha if they would like to contribute.
Maslaha: In practice
Our projects bring together a wide range of voices, showing the rich diversity and heritage of Islam - across generations, sectors, professions and cultures.
Our projects seek:
- To provide practical information about Islam around everyday issues affecting Muslim communities in the UK
- To produce authoritative and creative resources with doctors, nurses, teachers, youth workers and other public service providers to help improve their services for Muslim communities in areas such as education and healthcare
For more information on our practical work, visit What's Happening.
