Press/Media Releases

Successful Rohingya Book Launch and Fundraiser at the London Muslim Centre   The London Muslim Centre (LMC) with Justice for Rohingya Minority (JFRM) convened a fundraiser event at the LMC on Tuesday 19 June where over £100,000 pounds was raised in commitments.   The event centred on a new book release, The Rohingya crisis: a people facing extinction, authored by former East London Mosque chairman, Dr Muhammad Abdul Bari.   Stressing the importance of the legal work by JFRM in pursuing perpetrators of genocide in Myanmar, several prominent guest speakers addressed the topic from different angles, including Rushanara Ali, MP for Bethnal Green and Bow; Co-chair, APPG on Democracy in Burma; Revd. Bonnie Evans-Hills, Church of England; and campaigner for the... Read More>

Open Day & Exhibition   This Weekend we will be holding a Open Day & Exhibition!   All are welcome to an informative and enlightening experience where you'll be able to clear up misconceptions about Islam and find out what exactly happens in a mosque!   Refreshments will be provided while you enjoy presentations and view live Prayers throughout the day.   See the poster for more details.       Read More>

The Coordination Committee of Major Islamic Centres and Mosques of London has agreed that Eid al-Fitr will be tomorrow Inshallah, Friday the 15th of June 2018. We pray for the acceptance of our fasting and prayers during the blessed month of Ramadan. May the mercy of Allah allow us to reach the next Ramadan. Give the Mosque a Special Gift this Eid! We are asking members of the community to contribute £100 to the Mosque and towards the Waqf Fund. DONATE HERE: www.muslimgiving.org/elmwaqf www.justgiving.com/fundraising/elmwaqf   Please don’t forget to pay your Zakat al-Fitr. The minimum amount is £5 per person, which can be paid at the Mosque Reception. It MUST be paid BEFORE you perform your Eid prayer.   Eid prayer times: 7:30     1st Jama’ah - Shaykh Abdul... Read More>

Our respected Dr AbdulBari has written a book about the Rohingya crisis.We will be hosting a very special book launch and fundraiser on June 19th at 6PM till late at the London Muslim Centre.Proceeds will go to the Rohingya Inshallah.       Read More>

London Muslim Centre, 11 June 2018 In a joint reception and dinner with the Muslim Council of Britain and Think Forum, the East London Mosque Trust was delighted to host a return visit by Dato' Sri Anwar Ibrahim, the former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia, who is expected to become Prime Minister within the next two years. A host of guests attended the programme, which culminated in iftar – the breaking of the fast. Anwar Ibrahim spoke of the challenges of democracy and those he has faced as he returns to the political fore in Malaysia, then spent almost half an hour answering questions. The diverse audience of nearly 300 leaders and community members also heard from: Muhammad Habibur Rahman, Chairman of the East London Mosque Trust; Harun Rashid Khan, General Secretary of the Muslim... Read More>

ELM TV is a project of East   London Mosque Trust.  It is an exciting new online TV channel for all audiences- our existing followers and for new viewers. You can watch live and pre-recorded programmes 24 hours a day from our website, as well on our Facebook page and You Tube channel.  Soon it will become available on our ELM Mobile App and on Smart TV.   live and pre-recorded programmes 24 hours a day from our website, as well on our Facebook page and You Tube channel.  Soon it will become available on our ELM Mobile App and on Smart TV.    You can dowload the brochure clicking the link below.   http://file:///C:/Users/sammy/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/OH5EO9JP/elmtv%20brochure.pdf Read More>

The East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre has grown from humble beginnings to become one of the largest and busiest Muslim institutions in Western Europe. Over 1.7 million people pass through our doors each year. We serve the community for their religious, educational and social needs, and engage with the wider society to transform the negative image of Islam and Muslims in London and beyond. This has been by the Grace of Allah, Who has blessed us with your generous support. We need continuous support to provide essential projects and services. Since 2002 we have completed 3 major projects: the building of both the London Muslim Centre and the Maryam Centre, and the purchase of the Synagogue building. We currently have a net shortfall of £2.9m. This has been financed by taking... Read More>

Charity Places NOW OPEN! Coming together for good causes The East London Mosque is delighted to announce the return of the popular 5km community fun run for 2018; the Muslim Charity Run. Join us for this fun run and help raise funds for good causes across the globe. The run itself is for men and boys of all ages, and of any faith or none; however, all are welcome at the park on the day. Run for charity, run for fitness, run for fun! Charity runs are great opportunities to get active, keep fit and enjoy the day in the great surroundings – all for a good cause. The East London Mosque has organised highly successful fun runs in Tower Hamlets in each of the last six years, helping to improve health and to raise funds. The objectives are: to promote healthier lifestyles to help other Muslim... Read More>

The East London Mosque & London Muslim Centre is pleased to announce that 1st Ramadan 1439 will be on Thursday 17th May 2018, as agreed by the Coordination Committee of Major Islamic Centres and Mosques in London. You can download a copy of the Ramadan Timetable via this link. The Tarawih prayers will commence from Wednesday 16th May 2018, starting at 10.45pm. See our new Ramadan Magazine 2018 for details of the Huffaz. Iftar We offer Iftar (breaking of the fast) every evening in the LMC – but it can be very busy, with over 500 people attending. We welcome donations and sponsors, just call 020 7650 3000 to say you’d like to help. (£2 per Iftar meal), or donate via our JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/elmiftarfund Tarawih Every night thousands of people fill the... Read More>

The East London Mosque's 2018 Ramadan Magazine is now available. Copies are available from the Mosque and Centre's receptions and events office. Articles this year include: Understanding Zakat al-Fitr by our Head Imam, Shaykh Abdul Qayum; Taqwa Revisited by Shaykh Sajid Umar; The ELM Archives by Dr Jamil Sherif; Honey Bees On Our Roof by Khalil Attan; Reflections on Learning by Dr Devon Curtis; and Ramadan Begins And Ends With Astronomy by Usamah Ward. > Download a digital copy of the Ramadan Magazine Read More>