Muslims are the 2nd largest religious and most ethnically diverse group in Scotland.

Outline

From lunch-time sessions to full day, this seminar is designed specifically for those who come into contact with Muslims regularly and need to understand their culture and way of life.

Objectives

1. Prevent racial and cultural stereotyping of Muslims through understanding various needs and issues
2. Promote confidence and competency of organisations when working with Muslim clients and staff
3. Identify mechanisms to develop culturally sensitive service provision within your area of work

Content

• History of Muslims in Britain and Europe
• Religious beliefs and practices
• Muslim lifestyle and social structure
• Visit to local mosque
• Women and Islam
• Islam, terrorism and world affairs
• The Muslim customer and colleague
• Challenging stereotypes
• Practice in designing inclusive services
• Refreshments and lunch
• Information packs
• Question and Answer sessions

Personalisation

We can include workshops and further content relevant to your organisation:

• Healthcare
• Policing
• Workplace
• Recruitment
• Educational
• Advisory support and consultancy