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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · 11d

🎙️ Unspoken: Podcast Series

🎧 Coming soon to YouTube and Spotify - follow us now! Username: aminamwrc

#AminaUnspoken #AminaMWRC #AminaVAWG #VAWG

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · 16d

✨ Happy Diwali

A very happy Diwali to all those celebrating! May this Diwali bring peace, happiness and warmth. 🪔

#AminaMWRC #MinorityEthnic #Diwali

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · 21d

Thank you for attending and for sharing this post @closethegap.org.uk

Close the Gap @closethegap.org.uk · 26d

Last week, we attended @aminamwrc.bsky.social #TellHerStory event, exploring the realities of honour-based abuse & the importance of centring the voices of those often silenced.

Greater understanding is needed to support women, including in the workplace for staff who are victim-survivors.

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Sep 29

Alongside 200 women and organisations, Amina MWRC supports Women Against the Far Right. Sign the petition here: actionnetwork.org/petitions/women-against-the-far-right-scotland
#AminaMWRC #WomenAgainsttheFarRight #TalatYaqoob

Women against the Far Right Scotland

We reject the far right’s racist lies about “protecting” women and girls. They are not defenders of women—they exploit violence against women to fuel hate and division. Standing up for women’s rights ...

actionnetwork.org

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Sep 25

✨ We're Hiring! ⏰ Apply by 9 am on Monday, 6th October: tinyurl.com/aminajobs

#AminaMWRC #WeAreHiring #JobVacancy #GlasgowJobs #ApplyNow #BMEJobs

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Nuzhat Uthmani @nuthmani.bsky.social · Sep 10

A real treat tdy to be invited to @aminamwrc.bsky.social launch of their evaluation report.The impact of what they do is hugely significant.Supporting minority ethnic women through trauma,abuse, employability & just friendship & care is meaningful & empowering some of the most marginalised groups.

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Sep 23

Thank you for joining us, Nuzhat! 🫶

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Raise Your Voice @raiseyourvoiceni.bsky.social · Sep 23

Consent is FRIES:
Freely given
Reversible
Informed
Enthusiastic
Specific
Content Credit: Planned Parenthood

text next to an illustrated box of fries text - Consent is freely given, reversible, informed, enthusiastic, specific

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Sep 8

🎉 Amina MWRC were honoured to win the community group of the year at the 6th Scottish Women's Award 2025. As Scotland's leading women's rights organisation for Muslim & Minority Ethnic women, we strive to empower women at the national level. Thank you to everyone who supports our cause. 💗

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Aug 25

☎️ Our Alima service returns from tomorrow, 26th August. Call in for free and confidential Islamic advice from a female scholar. Dial 0808 801 0301 every Tuesday, from 10 am to 2 pm.

#AminaMWRC #AminaHelpline #IslamicAdvice #ReligiousAdvice

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Aug 21

🎙️ This week, the Amina team met Eunice Olumide, Scottish model, broadcaster, and curator, for an exciting new project. Keep an eye on our socials for more details 👀

#AminaMWRC #EuniceOlumide #BehindtheScenes #AminaVAWG #EndingVAWG #WomenEmpowerment

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Aug 14

🏆 It’s Award Season! We've been nominated for the #ThirdSector Team of the Year at #SEMTSF2025, chaired by Albert King, Chief Data Officer, NHS Scotland. The final shortlist will be announced on 25th August. 🎉🗓️ #AminaMWRC #EDI #Diversity #WomensRights

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Aug 6

📢 Exciting news - Amina MWRC is #Hiring for two roles:

✊🏽 Volunteer Support Administrative Assistant (Glasgow)
🎨 Creative Well-Being Officer (Dundee)

🔗 Interested in applying? Access the full details and apply on our website: tinyurl.com/AminaJobs

#AminaMWRC #JobVacancy #ThirdSector #WomensRights

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Jul 23

@safelives.bsky.social Thank you for sharing our crucial services for Muslim & minority ethnic women in Scotland this #SAHM!

SafeLives Charity @safelives.bsky.social · Jul 23

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When mainstream support feels distant, it’s the specialist services like @aminamwrc.bsky.social who build bridges rooted in trust and cultural understanding.

SafeLives post with floral graphics and text that reads "Amina - The Muslim Women's Resource Centre (MWRC). Amina provides vital, culturally sensitive support and advocacy for Muslim and Minority Ethnic women. Their services include one-to-one support and group activities both online and in-person".

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SafeLives Charity @safelives.bsky.social · Jul 23

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When mainstream support feels distant, it’s the specialist services like @aminamwrc.bsky.social who build bridges rooted in trust and cultural understanding.

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Jul 22

👣 Amina MWRC is walking the KiltWalk on 17th August!

🎉 Interested in supporting us? Show your support - sponsor our strides for Muslim & Minority Ethnic women's rights here: tinyurl.com/aminakiltwalk 🔗

#AminaMWRC #KiltWalk #Dundee #Giving #MinorityEthnic #GlobalMajority #WomensRights #WeeWander

Kiltwalk Dundee 2025 for Amina MWRC

Women are Walking to raise funds for Amina's vital services that support Muslim and BME women in Scotland.

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Make Your Mark in Volunteering @makeyourmarkvol.bsky.social · Jun 27

We were at Edinburgh Zoo yesterday with @aminamwrc.bsky.social, Amphibian & Reptile Conservation & the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland! 🤗

AMINA's Women's Friendship Group have been exploring different ways to support reptiles & amphibians, culminating in a workshop to create mini bug hotels.

A group of people stand in a circle with their hands in the centre holding mini bug hotels.

A group of people sit and stand around a table, which has various materials for creating bug hotels.

A group of people standing around a tour guide in the zoo.

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Jun 20

🧡 This World Refugee Day, Amina MWRC stands in solidarity with people seeking safety here in Scotland and around the world. Today and every day.

If you are a Muslim or BME woman in need of confidential advice, call 0808 801 0301 or visit mwrc.org.uk

#AyeWelcomeRefugees #AminaMWRC #RefugeeDay

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Jun 18

🍰 Don't miss our Cake Auction tomorrow at our Bake Sale Fundraiser! In addition to empowering women, our CEO Mariam also empowers our taste buds with her delicious bakes! The winner will be announced at 2pm ⭐

🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/aminabakesale

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Jun 17

🧁 Two days to go! Don't miss our #BakeSale Fundraiser this Thursday from 10 - 4 in Glasgow.

Join us in raising funds towards our #Helpline & Hardship Fund, in support of our volunteer Hayley who will be walking 100 miles in August to support our work. 🍰🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/aminabakesale

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Jun 5

⭐ This #VolunteersWeek, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible team of #volunteers across Scotland.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment, compassion, and optimism in helping to make Scotland a safer place for women. We truly couldn’t do it without you! 🙌

#AminaMWRC

Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · Jun 3

🧁 Support our Helpline & Hardship Fund at our #BakeSale! Enjoy baked treats & have your henna done. 🍰 This fundraiser is organised by our #volunteers for Hayley, who'll be hiking 100 miles for us in August.

🔗 tinyurl.com/aminabakesale

#AminaMWRC #SweetStepsHayley #AminaHelpline #VolunteersWeek

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · May 26

💬 Amina Helpline

Are you a Muslim or BME woman in Scotland seeking confidential advice? Call our free Helpline - Monday to Friday from 10 am to 4 pm. ☎️

A member of our Helpline Team will be happy to help! 🤝

#AminaMWRC #AminaHelpline #FreeAdvice #WomensHelpline

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · May 26

🙌 Dundee: Volunteering

Thinking about Volunteering? The Communities Team at DVVA are happy to help -join us at our Scrap Antics Space on Tuesday 27th May from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.

Drop in for a chat and more information! 🌟

#AminaMWRC #Volunteering #VolunteerDundee #Dundee

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Amina - the Muslim Women's Resource Centre @aminamwrc.bsky.social · May 15

Women wanted to take part in research by Glasgow Caledonian University! 👉 Click the following link to find out more and how to get involved: sv-research.com/participatin...