Understanding Faiths
Would you like to know more about the different faiths in our region?
Are
you seeking to build stronger understanding, respect and co-operation
among people of different faith backgrounds?
Is your organisation aware of the issues and implications of laws
on diversity and discrimination that apply to Religion or Belief?
Faith Matters offers training, consultancy and organisational development to create greater equality in the workplace and access to services; create better understanding between people of faith or of no faith and challenge myths and stereotypes through meaningful engagement.
Faith Matters Seminars In-House Seminars Consultancy and development Living Islam Seminars
A practical half-day or whole day seminar looking at: why it is important to know about the region’s faith communities; key implications of the new diversity legislation; examples of good practice; and action steps for the future.
The seminar aims to:
§ Look at the major faith communities of the Yorkshire and Humber region and the contributions they make in society
§ Offer real-life examples of the differences between faith, religion, spirituality, race, ethnicity and culture, and the ways in which we can use this awareness in our daily lives
§ Encourage and inspire delegates to use and share the information and resources contained in the Religious Literacy guide
§ Provide a working knowledge of the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003.
“Very informative and useful morning – thanks” Leeds Social Services
Three trainers are drawn from an experienced multi-faith team. Suitable for all who wish to develop their awareness of different faith traditions, and build stronger working relationships with people from different faith backgrounds.
Dates:
Please ask about new dates or in-house options
Cost:
Full day, including lunch :
£60 Third/Voluntary and Community sector £120 Public and Private Sectors.
Half-day seminars -
£35 per person Third/Voluntary and Community sector £70 per person Public and Private Sectors.
What people have said about Faith Matters:
* “I’d like more!” - Prador-Willi Syndrome Association
* “Very informative and useful morning” - Leeds Social Services
* “Very interesting” - Government Office for Yorkshire and the Humber
* “Very useful from a practical perspective” - Clinks
* “One of the most interesting and informative training sessions I have attended” - West Leeds Area Management
Bookings: Please contact
CRC office or telephone 0113 244 3413.
“Well organised and planned with appropriate audience participation”
West Yorkshire Police
The Faith Matters and Living Islam seminars are available as an in-house training option at a time and location convenient to you. Your organisation benefits from:
A recommended maximum of 30 participants will be led by 3 trainers drawn from the multi-faith training team.
Consultancy and Organisational Development
Flexible services bespoke to the specific needs of the organisation are available. Experts in faith and organisational development work closely with the organisation towards diversity and equality from an initial audit to support for change and positive development incorporating systems, people and processes.
Contact info@faithmatters.co.uk to find out more.
What does Islam really teach?
What are the different sorts of Muslims?
How does it feel to be a British Muslim in the 21st century?
The ‘Living Islam’ day-course will help you find the answers to these and many other questions, given by Muslims living in Yorkshire and Humber. The course runs 9.30 a.m.-4.00 p.m. and is available to individuals or as an in-house option for organisations.
Dates:
Ask about new dates
Programme:
Introductory Session
· Welcome and introductions
· Ground Rules
· Participant expectations
· Quiz on Islam
Why Islam?
· Definition of Islam
· Islam as a living religion
Key beliefs and practices within Islam
· Can you identify the key beliefs and practices within Islam?
· Group Feedback
· Trainers Feedback – the Five Pillars and their significance
Diversity within Islam (schools of thought)
· The fours schools – Hanafi, Mailki, Shafi, Hanbali (including Wahabi)
· The two main sects – Sunni and Shia (including the Seveners and the Twelvers)
Race, ethnicity and culture of Muslims
· Worldwide numbers and distribution of Muslims
· Ethnic and cultural diversity
· Languages spoken
· Religion and culture
· Muslims in the UK
Women in Islam
· Stereotypes of Muslim women
· Women in the Qur’an and Haddith
· Love and Marriage
· Property and voting rights
· Education and employment
· Roles and responsibilities
Muslim engagement with society
· Muslims in employment - dietary and other considerations
· Engaging with the general public
Closing Session
· Final questions from participants
· Review of expectations
· Evaluation