Overzealous ambitions & Idealism: the ‘youthful’ phase “The youthful phase is more idealistic and formative for individuals who have embraced Islam. This is another phase where converts are considered susceptible…
Part 1, Malcolm: X=mc² Recalibrating a strategy for success
The 55th anniversary of Malcolm X’s death witnessed a plethora of articles, discussion and interviews regarding his legacy. The most revealing to date was the 6-part Netflix docuseries, ‘Who Killed…
Boris & Dominic: A Modern Portrait of Dorian Gray?
Boris Johnson’s recent cabinet reshuffle, which prompted the resignation of Sajid Javid, should come as no surprise. Javid was dubbed a ‘chino’ – chancellor in name only – among Conservative…
Ready to Die: Extremism, Fatalism & the Streatham Attack
The recent Streatham attack differs from London Bridge for a few reasons, one of them being that it occurred in a relatively nondescript south London suburb, as opposed to a…
“You can fool all the people some of the time…”
“By time, Indeed, mankind is in loss, Except for those who believe, do good deeds and urge one another to the truth, and urge one another to steadfastness.”[1] The end…
Systematic Sexual Violence against Women & the Need for Decisive Action
As China continues human rights abuses against more than a million Uighur Muslims, it has become necessary to examine the country’s justification for such repression before addressing another, equally sinister,…
Usman Khan, Rehabilitation & Formers: Government Poster Boys and Prodigal Son narratives
Since 2006/7, governments and their associated agencies have eagerly embraced the idea of working with ‘formers’ – reformed extremists who had disengaged from previous extremist beliefs and rejected violence. Formers became…
A view from the inside: Brixton Mosque & shifting perceptions…
Initial publication[1] Not until the events of 7th July, has the British Muslim Convert community within the UK been under so much scrutiny, as being especially susceptible to extremist teachings…
“…a riot is the language of the unheard.” Exposing Big Brother
“…a riot is the language of the unheard.” [1] Most governments create or facilitate institutions that deliver social control strategies aimed at regulating societal behaviour within acceptable norms.[2] In other words,…
“A Man Who Stands For Nothing Will Fall For Anything” – Desolate leadership & the need for reform
“A Man Who Stands For Nothing Will Fall For Anything” [1] Boris Johnson’s recent appointment as prime minister is another reflection of the dire state of affairs across societies that have…