An interview i done with Nick Little from The 12th Man who Campaigns to help men talk more openly about mental health. It encourages men to be the 12th Man for their families, friends, colleagues and other people in their lives.
In this interview i talk more about my own mental health journey and few other things to. Please take a listen.
Enjoyed taking part in the @BBCLookEast #conversation A year since the death of #GeorgeFloyd and the #protests which followed around the world – what has changed and what happens next?
On days like today, the anniversary of the tragic death of Lee Rigby, I am reminded of how the far-right will use other people’s tragedies for their own agendas with no thoughts of how the families feel. When I was in the EDL, I would use the 7/7 bombings every year to spread outrage and further my message. It wasn’t until I met Dan Biddle, the most injured survivor that day, and heard his story of trying to rebuild his life, that I felt guilty for how I used the tragedy for my own aims.
Every year Lee Rigby’s family will say not to use his name, but are ignored by those who wish to use his memory to spread hate.
I can of course understand the national outrage about tragic events that take place – but we need to let families grieve without an annual battle for how their loved one’s memories should be used.
I call on anyone who sees posts on social media trying to use this tragedy to sow anger to stop, to think, and to make a choice to respect the wishes of bereaved by standing against hatred and division.
Disengaging from an extremist group is a long and difficult process – that’s why two former extremists are helping others turn their back on the far right.
In a packed synagogue on the outskirts of Chicago, Jeff Schoep prepares to address the crowd.
Public speaking is nothing new to Jeff, he’s done it for over 25 years, and to crowds much bigger than this. But this time is different… and he’s nervous.
Jeff is the former leader of the National Socialist Movement (NSM), the largest Neo-Nazi organisation in the USA.
The National Socialist Movement is a militant, racist, antisemitic group, known for holding public rallies dressed in Nazi-styled uniforms. They are accused of planning and carrying out the violence at the white nationalist rally in Charlottesville in 2017.
This event at the synagogue was a watershed moment in Jeff’s long road towards de-radicalisation.
“Coming out of an environment where you’re always right, to getting up there in front of a crowd of people — people I had dehumanised — and admit I was wrong was so, so hard.”
He has since set up Beyond Barriers, a charity who provide support for individuals fleeing extremism.
In the latest edition of the Rochdale AFC podcast focuses on Rochdale AFC Community Trust’s ‘Communities United’ programme.
Hear from:
Siobhan McElhinney – Rochdale AFC Community Trust Manager Irfan Chishti – local Imam and founder of the ‘You and Me’ education programme Ivan Humble – Part of the ‘You and Me’ education programme Danielle Walsh – Rochdale fan and programme participant
Rochdale AFC Community Trust have partnered with the ‘You and Me’ education programme to deliver ‘Communities United.’ ‘You and Me’ was set up in 2015 by two individuals who were united in their sincerity and passion for fighting hate.
In 2009, single father Ivan Humble joined the English Defence League (EDL), a far-right and Islamophobic organisation, where he adopted the role of Regional Organiser. Today he is an anti-hate campaigner working with groups all over the UK to tackle radicalisation and extremism. He joins us on The Sit Down today to tell us about his journey from hate to hope.
We at Me and You Education are proud to have Mr Tez Ilyas on the MYE Podcast.
Tez is one of the most celebrated stars in British comedy. His usage of Culture and religion in his humour in a way which makes one reflect as well as laugh loads, has helped British societies to become more aware of their ethnic minorities and see them as part of the British narrative.
The conversation will touch on Tez Ilyas’s early life living in Blackburn as a young South Asian British lad in a city which has been under the spot light for many different reasons. How he progressed to become one of Britain’s well-known faces on the comedy scene.
Imran and Ivan appreciate your thoughts and comments. please do share Thank you
Myself and Irfan Chisti was invited on to British Muslim TV to talk with Mohammed Shafiq about our Journey and the work we do together, To view interview in full click link below
In my blog, I delve into the personal errors I’ve encountered and the valuable insights gained through these experiences. My goal is to shed light on the underlying factors that breed animosity, beyond its mere manifestations and repercussions
Below is an insight in to my story.
‘Becoming Humble’ An insight in to my story.
Just want to thank Film Maker Ben Sempy, Steph Ndaguba & Lucy Cummings for reaching out after they saw me on a Documentary and wanted to know more about my story
Congratulations on the Laurel! – It was a pleasure to work with You all.
