Today is World Humanitarian Day, an annual event that pays tribute to the selfless efforts of humanitarian workers who risk their lives to help people in need, often in dangerous and challenging environments. The day also serves to highlight the critical issues faced by those

On August 5, 1962, Nelson Mandela was arrested by the South African apartheid government near Howick, KwaZulu-Natal. At the time, he was operating in secret, having gone underground after the banning of the African National Congress (ANC). Mandela had been travelling under a false identity

It’s 26 July.  Here is our own tribute. This beautiful piece from Mohammad Hamza / Intifada Street will form part of the 2025-26 IHRC Gallery stock (undated diaries incoming). Don’t forget profits go to charity. Read this thread from the Cuba Solidarity Campaign on the

Another year has passed as we enter Muharram marking the new year as well as the migration of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Today is the Day of Ashura which marks the deliverance of the Prophet Musa (peace be upon him)

Eid al-Adha (the festival of sacrifice) commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim’s (alayhi salaam) complete submission to Allah. Ibrahim (as) had already proven his dedication to Allah through his mission and personal sacrifices. He had a dream in which Allah instructed him to sacrifice his only son,

The month of Dhul Hijjah has arrived, we have entered the blessed ten days which means the Hajj season and Eid al-Adha is upon us. The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are among the most sacred days in the Islamic calendar, filled with opportunities for worship,

Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 in the UK, scheduled from 12 to 18 May, centres on the theme of “Community.” This focus underscores the essential role of social connections in fostering mental well-being. Organised by the Mental Health Foundation, the week aims to highlight how