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10 September 2009

Places still available 26th October

• Why do some Muslim women wear a headscarf?  What actually happens inside a Mosque?
• Why do Muslims pray five times a day? What is Sharia Law?
• What is the meaning if Jihad? How can I work better with Muslims in my community?

Just a few of the topics explored during this one day introductory course.

Following the great success of our courses over the past few years (over 10,500 people have now attended in the UK & Ireland), we are pleased to announce a further course date for the Belfast area.

About the course

The course is specifically designed for Non-Muslim public sector professionals who work with & for Muslims from diverse communities. 

It incorporates a visit to a local Mosque and aims to provide participants with:

·          A better understanding of basic beliefs & practices,

·          Information regarding the background to Muslims,

·          Public Sector Development issues for Muslim Communities, 

·          Group work that will enable delegates to discuss case studies,

·          Implementation of the Race Relations (Amendment) Act and the religion and Belief regulations.

Our client base includes a variety of departments and services, such as:

·          Local Authorities

·          Primary Care & NHS Acute Trusts

·          Police, Fire & Ambulance Services

·          Hospital & prison chaplaincy Services

·          Sure Start, schools & childcare services

·          Voluntary & Charity services …plus many more

Further information about the course and feedback from past delegates is available on our website: www.educationislam.org but please do not hesitate to contact our office should you have any questions or queries.

Our office number is 01924 466117