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Qaisra’s Blog
International Islamic University, Islamabad
I am delighted to announce that, in conjunction with the Foundation University English Programs (DH&LA), I will be visiting the Department of English, Female Campus, International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) from the 24th to 26th August. All students and...
MANCHESTER: #WeStandTogether
The marvellous #WeStandTogether event, held at Manchester Cathedral, celebrated diversity, tackling hatred, and promoting community cohesion. There were great speeches by Chief Police Commissioner, Sir Peter Fahy, and Dean of Manchester, Reverend Roger Govender....
A DAY OF WRITING
Here, for a change – after attending and hosting so many iftars – I am enjoying a quiet day at home, just writing and spending time with my wonderful characters. Why are they wonderful? Because I adore them – after all, I gave birth to them. However, they are all...
News and Media
British Muslim Women in the Cultural and Creative Industries. Preface by Qaisra Shahraz, Elinor Chohan.
Book Launch event on Eventbrite 14th June 2022.
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On 18th March 2022 Qaisra Shahraz appeared in German newspaper Braunschweiger Zeitung: “Discussion in Vöhrum: I’m a Muslim, but not a terrorist”, qiving a talk to school children in Vöhrum. More here.
Art & empowerment: What to expect from the Muslim Women’s Arts Festival. More here.
Muslim Women’s Arts Festival – when the new event in Manchester takes place and what is on. More here.
The power of words: The best literature events happening at MACFEST 2022. More here.
Arts festival launched after arena bombing to combat Islamophobia returns for 2022 – Quays News. More here.
