Press/Media Releases

The Baraka Khan Foundation (BKF) and East London Mosque Trust (ELMT) were honoured to host Martin Wolf CBE, Associate Editor and Chief Economics Commentator at the Financial Times for a keynote lecture on Democracy, Markets and Welfare. As part of the BKF’s ongoing series to host prominent opinion-formers to discuss issues pertaining to the community, third sector, and global economy, Martin Wolf’s keynote lecture at the London Muslim Centre was well-received amongst an audience of community leaders, business professionals, financial services practitioners and other distinguished guests. Habibur Rahman, Chairman of the ELMT, welcomed guests to the prestigious event and highlighted the efforts undertaken by the institution to build on strategic partnerships for the common good. Speaking to... Read More>

Applications forms for Itikaf is available from the Monday 23rd April 2018 from the Mosque Reception. Itikaf spaces are limited and places will be allocated by random selection (lottery). There is a contribution of £100 for those requiring food and £50 for those who do not require food. This is payable once places are confirmed. Completed forms must be returned to Mosque Reception by Saturday 19th May 2018. Successful applicants will be selected through a draw (lottery) system. The draw will be held after Tarawih and Witr on Friday 25th May 2018.   > Download Application Form > Itikaf Application Guidelines Read More>

Salary: £15.15 per hour for 13 hours per week (ELMT scale Y11), The Madrasah provides Muslim pupils with essential Islamic knowledge and manners to foster Islamic identify, belief and practice.   The Head Teacher of the Evening Madrasah with the teachers provides key supplementary after school Islamic education service to children and young people. Leading your team of dedicated teachers, not only will you help children learn and practice the basics of Islam, through the standards you will set, but also nurture and inspire children and young people love and interest for their religion, and an affinity and closeness to the Mosque. Key priorities Develop and deliver high standard of Islamic education provision for children and young people year on year. Improve student... Read More>

Salary: £35,030 - £45,120 (Grade G1 – H10) 37.5 hrs per week. The ELM is a leading UK Mosque that has high expectations in the community for Islamic guidance and leadership locally and nationally.  We work closely with UK and overseas Muslim organisations and institutions as well as public service providers to respond to the needs of the Muslim Community. We are seeking a dynamic and credible Islamic scholar with leadership and entrepreneur social skills.  You will have deep understanding of Islam acquired through extensive postgraduate level study which will be self-evident in your demeanour and how you articulate yourself to a wide range of audience.  You will have strong command of both written and spoken English and the Arabic language. This role requires some... Read More>

Develop Your Knowledge of the Qur'an Before Ramadan! This Saturday - Book Now! ULUM AL QURAN Sciences of the Quran 1 Day Intensive Imam Abid Khan COURSE CONTENT - The definition of the Quran - It's names, history of revelation, collection and composition - Various types of verses and terminology. - The sciences of Tafsir and types of knowledge connected to the Quran. TUTOR Imam Abid Khan studied Islamic sciences for over 10 years under many notable scholars from Makkah, Madinah and the UK. He has ijazah in Hadith and Quran recitation from a number of scholars. He was awarded the shahada al-‘alimiyya (Licence in Islamic Scholarship) at ASI under the supervision of Sh Akram Nadwi. DATE, TIME & VENUE Sat 21 Apr 2018 10am-5pm London E1 FEE £40.00 ENROL NOW! https://ulum-al-quran-ji2018.... Read More>

ISLAMIC SCIENCES INTENSIVE 2018 Unique 8-Month Certified Programme Mar – Oct 2018 London E1 A distinctive 8-month certified programme, covering the core subjects of the first year of an Islamic Sciences (Sharia) degree. Students will gain a solid foundation in Aqida, Ulum al-Quran, Usul al-Fiqh, Fiqh, 40 Hadith, Ulum al-Hadith, Tazkiya and Living with the Quran. This unique course aims to provide students with the knowledge and tools needed to competently understand and practice their faith with a deeper understanding of Islamic sciences in our contemporary context. The programme is delivered by leading British scholars and experts in a highly engaging manner.   MODULES Usul Al Fiqh | Weekend – Sh Shafiur Rahman Principles of Jurisprudence Definitions. Sources of Islamic Law; Quran,... Read More>

New post: Archivist Salary: £ 12,438.82 per annum for 15 hours per week (ELMT scale F4) The East London Mosque Trust (ELMT) has a unique and growing archive, housed in a purpose-built strong room. It is the only mosque in Britain with such a facility. The ELMT envisages the Archive Collection to serve not only as a repository for the institutional records of the Mosque and affiliated organisations since 1910, but also to include papers of prominent individuals associated with these institutions, and in time, other primary source material relating to British Muslim history. The Archivist will lead on collection management acquisitions, and public access and engagement with the Archives. This will require developing a sound understanding of the collections, then using this knowledge to... Read More>

Our very own CEO Nozmul Hussain was interviewed by the respected channel! You can watch the whole piece and the CEO's interview from 16:20 using the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qs6pHLNMCjo&feature=youtu.be   Read More>

Description East London Mosque and London Muslim Centre ROUNDTABLE SERIES   CORRUPTION AND ETHICS IN THE AGE OF CHANGE: ANALYSIS OF WESTERN AND MUSLIM SOCIETIES   Wednesday 25 April 2018 6pm-8:30pm London Muslim Centre 46 Whitechapel Road, London E1       Speakers:     Lawrence Cockcroft, Co-author, Unmasked: Corruption in the West (I.B.Tauris, 2016); Development Economist and Co-founder of Transparency International.   Adel Hamaizia, Committee Vice-Chairman, Oxford Gulf and Arabian Peninsula Syudies Forum (OxGAPS).     Dr Katalin Illes, Head of Leadership development, Westminster Business School     Nabeel Al-Azami, Director of HR and Leadership / Managing Partner, Murabbi Consulting   Use the link below to secure... Read More>

ELM Sacred Gift   East London Mosque is planning to organise Hajj and Umrah tours in future by partnering with reputable Hajj and Umrah agents, insha’Allah.    Until then, our preferred Hajj & Umrah companies (list is available below) will make a donation to ELM if you go on Hajj or Umrah through ELM’s referral.  SubhanAllah, you can fulfil this blessed ibadah and at the same time support your Mosque – best of both worlds!   Simply contact our reception or the tour operators and quote 'ELM Sacred Gift' or 'ELM'   May Allah reward you for your support.   For more information, contact 0207 650 3000 or email info@eastlondonmosque.org.uk     Preferred Tour Operators:   > Amaana Tours - see their package here or contact 020 8472 9443... Read More>