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An Evening of Inspiration at the House of Lords Last night, I had the privilege of attending a Black Tie Dinner at the House of Lords, hosted by Baroness Uddin, celebrating two remarkable milestones: 15 years of Rosebuds Sisters and 20 years of Ethar Relief. It was an evening that brought together community leaders, changemakers, supporters and organisations united by a shared commitment to serving humanity. Being invited to such a prestigious venue was an honour, but what made the evening truly memorable was hearing about the extraordinary impact these organisations have made over the years.  Rosebuds Sisters has grown...

Every year, millions of Muslims from around the world gather in the blessed city of Mecca to perform Hajj, one of the greatest acts of worship in Islam. This sacred pilgrimage is not just a physical journey, but a deeply spiritual experience that strengthens ones faith, teaches humility, and unites the Muslim Ummah like no other event on earth. Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam and is obligatory upon every Muslim who is physically and financially able to undertake it at least once in their lifetime. It takes place during the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah and follows rituals...

Faith, Creativity, and Building an Award-Winning Brand We have some exciting news to share! Islamic Moments has been nominated as a finalist for the 'Creative Entrepreneur of the Year ' award at the British Muslim Awards 2026. It’s an incredible honour but also a moment to reflect on why I started this journey. This business was never just about creating products. It was and still is about creating something meaningful, something that will bring moments of joy to others and connect hearts. My work has always been shaped by my faith, influencing not only what I design, but the intention...

What is an Aqeeqah (Aqiqah)? The word Aqeeqah (also spelt as Aqīqah and Aqeeqa) is derived from the Arabic word "ʿAqq," which literally means ‘the ‘act of cutting’ or ‘sacrifice’.  Aqeeqah (Aqiqah) is an important Islamic ritual that involves the sacrifice of an animal, usually a goat or sheep on the birth of a Muslim baby. It is a sunnah to sacrifice two sheep or two goats for a boy and one sheep or one goat for a girl.  According to the vast majority of scholars of Islam, Aqeeqah (Aqiqah) is a highly recommended practice from the sunnah of our...

Ramadan is a sacred month that unites Muslims around the world in devotion, self-reflection, and gratitude. During this Holy month exchanging greetings is a valued tradition that expresses kindness and goodwill.  In a world of constant digital noise, a handwritten card still has the power to connect, comfort and uplift. A meaningful Ramadan Mubarak message inside a card will have a lasting impact on the recipient. Whether you wish to send a Ramadan Mubarak card to a neighbour, friend, family member, or work colleague, a kind note with warm wishes will most definitely lift their spirits and touch their heart. ...