From Srebrenica to Gaza: The Fading Promise of “Never Again”
In the shadow of the Holocaust (1933-1945) and the solemn promise of 'Never Again,' Raphael Lemkin, a Jewish Polish legal scholar, introduced a haunting term to encapsulate the horrors of mass murder: genocide. Lemkin described it as a deliberate scheme to obliterate...
Eid ul Adha 1432: Eid Mubarak
On the joyous occasion of the advent of Eid-ul-Adha, The Cordoba Foundation takes this opportunity to wish you Eid Mubarak.
Event Report:The Cold War on British Muslims – The Instigators and Funders
On Tuesday 11th October, the Middle East Monitor (MEMO) and the Cordoba Foundation (TCF) co-hosted the authors of the recent SpinWatch report on the spread of Islamophobia in the UK.
News Release: Egypt Clashes should not overshadow its future
The Cordoba Foundation (TCF) condemns the recent attack on a church in Egypt, which has led to sectarian clashes leaving 24 people dead. This attack, though a work of a mischievous minority, is threatening to overshadow the collaborative efforts of all communities in setting a new path towards democracy in Egypt.
Press Release: Iraqi Council Speaker to discuss Political Reconciliation Initiative in London
The Speaker of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, Osama Al Nujaifi, is set to visit Britain next week as part of an official visit. During his visit, Al Nujaifi will be meeting with Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, William Hague and other officials to discuss the latest developments in Iraq and challenges facing the region.
News Release: The Death of Shaykh Maymun Zarzur: A Real Tragedy
The Cordoba Foundation (TCF) expresses its sadness at the untimely death of Shaykh Maymun Zarzur, the Imam at the Muslim Welfare House in North London after morning prayers on Friday 2nd September. Although the case is still being investigated by the police, it is believed that the Imam was killed in his office by a member of the community who was seeking Shaykh Zarzur’s counsel.
Eid ul Fitr 1432: Eid Mubarak
On the joyous occasion of the completion of the Holy Month of Ramadan and the advent of Eid-ul-Fitr, The Cordoba Foundation takes this opportunity to wish you Eid Mubarak
News Release: Dr Joel Hayward, Dean of the Royal Air Force College Unfairly Targetted
The Cordoba Foundation strongly rejects the recent aspersions cast on Dr Joel Hayward, Dean of the RAF College
Press Release: New Report sheds Light on ‘Think Tanks’ advising UK Government
The Cordoba Foundation (TCF) welcomes the publishing today of a crucial report by Spinwatch which examines two of the most key right-wing think-tanks involved in the debate on Islam, multiculturalism and extremism
Ramadan Mubarak 1432 / 2011
As the Holy Month of Ramadan once again blesses us with its presence we at The Cordoba Foundation would like to congratulate you on the advent of this Holy Month
Statement: 18th July – Mandela Day
The Cordoba Foundation welcomes the celebration of Mandela Day in recognition of Nelson Mandela’s courage and commitment to the cause of freedom and justice
Event Report: Attending the Srebrenica Memorial Day
As part of its continued work in Bosnia-Herzegovina, The Cordoba Foundation attended the commemorations in Srebrenica on 11 July, 2011 at the Potocari Memorial Centre where over 600 victims of the genocide were buried.
News Release: Srebrenica Memorial Day
As the Srebrenica Memorial Day anniversary on the 11th of July approaches its 16 year, we are once again reminded of the lengths that man could potentially go to when immersed in a state of fear, hatred and division.
Statement: 26th June – International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
The 26th of June will mark the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture
News Release: Moving Beyond Osama
The death of Osama bin Laden, should signal the end of one of the most difficult phases in the relationship between the West and the Muslim world. It should bring closure to a painful 10 years after 9/11. It should lessen the need for mainstream Muslim organisations to feel always under pressure to condemn the ideology espoused by Al-Qaeda and like many other historical moments, should provide us with a chance to think, ponder and reflect.
Press Release: Cordoba Foundation CEO visits Egypt for Explorator​y Mission
Anas Altikriti, Chief Executive of The Cordoba Foundation (TCF) has arrived in Cairo today to conduct exploratory consultations with civil society and political leaders following the ousting of Hosni Mubarak as President of Egypt
Press Release: Approaches to Tackling Terrorism and the Question of Multiculturalism
The Cordoba Foundation (TCF) welcomes the publication of ‘The Edge of Violence’ by DEMOS, which suggests a ‘radical’ approach to tackling home grown terrorism.
Press Release: Middle East Protests Represents Opportunity to do Something Right
The wave of popular uprising sweeping the Middle East is indicative of a rising empowerment of people dissatisfied with decades of corruption, poverty, lack of democracy and the freedom of expression.
News Release: Baroness Warsi’s Speech on Islamophobia – Welcome First Step
The Cordoba Foundation (TCF) welcomes the speech made yesterday by Baroness Sayeeda Warsi, Co-Chairman on the Conservative Party, at Leicester University, raising concerns about the growing anti-Muslim prejudice in Britain