Culture 
Deprivation and Integration in Blackburn
In the old mill towns of North West England such as Blackburn, deprivation is making integration more difficult to achieve. How far should we push communities…
Browsing: Religion
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Aasia Bibi’s Asylum Limbo
The precarious situation Aasia Bibi finds herself in reflects an abject failure on the part of Pakistan’s authorities to ensure her safety. Conversations concerning the state…
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Why So Afraid of Secularism?
Leading activists in the fight against the Far Right have come out in support of secularism. Why, then, does the Inclusive Mosque seem to disparage it?
International
The Risky Business of Abandoning Religion in Nigeria
Nigeria is one of the most highly religious countries in the world. Abandoning religion in this country is not easy–it often comes at high personal cost.
Book Reviews
Book Review: Chip In The Madrasa
Vivek Sinha’s novel ‘Chip In The Madrasa’ explores the corrosive effect of Wahhabism on a small, peaceful Indian village. Indian journalist and filmmaker Vivek Sinha’s novel…
Culture
Islamophobia and the ‘Racism’ Factor
Is Islamophobia simply a new permutation of racism? A closer examination at what racism is, and the many forms it has taken in the past, could clarify.
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Sherlock vs Twitter: A Statement from Michael Sherlock
Twitter’s legal team has sent atheist activist and author Michael Sherlock a threatening email, alleging that a research piece he posted may be illegal.
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Md. Sazzadul Hoque: A Call for Help for an Inhumane Persecution
Md. Sazzadul Hoque, a Bangladeshi blogger, human rights defender, and online activist, is in trouble. He is a member of the Humane First Movement and the…
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Asia Bibi’s Final Hearing is Tomorrow. Don’t Let Her Be Executed
Tomorrow, Asia Bibi has one final chance to prove her innocence, or be sentenced to death. The world must scream in her defense. Asia Bibi, a…
International
Law, Religion and the Secularisation of Nigeria
Secularism remains a taboo subject in Nigeria, with Christian and Muslim figures each dominating cultural and legal institutions in the country. The African Consortium for Law…