Synagogues and community
The Institute for the Impact of Faith in Life hosted an online panel discussion with representatives of different Jewish communities to discuss synagogues’ community function, including the different events and activities they organise, how they support people of different ages and backgrounds, and how they engage with the wider community.
Islam and business
The Institute for the Impact of Faith in Life collaborated with The Lord Kamall to host a panel discussion in Parliament focused on the unique teachings of Islam in relation to finance and business, and discuss how Islamic teachings shape business practices in different sectors. The event was attended by parliamentarians, diplomats, academics, journalists, and representatives of NGOs.
Faith and leadership
The Institute for the Impact of Faith in Life hosted an online panel discussion about the relationship between faith and leadership in different areas of life. The discussion covered topics including how faith influenced the panellists’ leadership journeys, how faith can help overcome challenges, and different aspects of leadership that are complimented by faith.
Faith and education
The Institute for the Impact of Faith in Life hosted an online panel discussion which convened professionals, researchers and specialists in religious education (RE) to talk about the continuing importance and relevance of the subject in Britain. The discussion covered topics including what skills students gain from RE that they might not from other subjects on the curriculum, the value of religious literacy, and what good RE looks like.
Two-year anniversary reception
To celebrate two years of the Institute for the Impact of Faith in Life, IIFL hosted a reception featuring speeches from Lord Khan of Burnley and Dr Charlotte Littlewood.
Faith and health and social care
About We were joined by Dr Rachel Buckingham (consultant paediatric orthopaedic surgeon), Dr Hozefa Ebrahim (consultant in anaesthesia and critical care medicine), and Dr Uma Gordon (consultant gynaecologist and subspecialist in reproductive medicine & surgery). The discussion was moderated by Dr Solomon Osagie, a leading lawyer and qualified neuroscientist. Watch The panel
Women, leadership and the church
About We were joined by Bishop Paulina Hławiczka-Trotman (Head of the Lutheran Church in Great Britain), Karen Makomereh (Leader at Kensington Temple), and Reverend Charity Nzegwu (Presbyter in the Methodist Church of Great Britain). The discussion was moderated by Dr Charlotte Littlewood, Director of Research at IIFL. Watch The panel
Faith, charity and the cost of living
About IIFL was joined by representatives from Christians Against Poverty, the National Zakat Foundation, NishkamSWAT and the United Synagogue. The discussion was moderated by presenter and broadcaster Rae Duke. Watch The panel
Unpacking the British Muslim experience
About Drawing from extensive interviews and survey data from over 800 British Muslims, our distinguished panel unpacked key findings, including the high levels of political participation among British Muslims, persistent concerns around media misrepresentation, and the significant but often stigmatized issue of mental health within British Muslim Communities. The panel