Fatima Cates: The Victorian woman who helped shape British Islam

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Organizing Institution: Muslim Litfest Birmingham
Contact email: [email protected]
Start Date: November 4, 2023 (2:00pm)
End Date: November 4, 2023 (3:00pm)
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/muslimlitfest/1037571?
Birmingham City University Students' Union – Birmingham – United Kingdom

Description:

Discover the extraordinary life of Fatima Cates (1865-1900), one of Britain’s earliest female Muslim converts and a pivotal figure in the establishment of the UK’s first recorded mosque. Born as Francess Elizabeth Murray in Liverpool, she defied societal norms and faced opposition to embrace Islam under the influence of Abdullah Quilliam. Join us for a captivating lecture by Yahya Birt co-author of Our Fatima of Liverpool, as we delve into her remarkable journey, exploring her resilience in the face of adversity and her profound impact on British Islam. Fatima’s legacy as a courageous trailblazer and her enduring significance will be brought to light.

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Yahya Birt, an accomplished scholar, and writer, has dedicated his research to the exploration of Islam in Britain, with a focus on the invaluable contributions of Abdullah Quilliam. Armed with a Master of Philosophy in Social and Cultural Anthropology from Oxford University, he’s currently immersed in doctoral research at Leeds University, delving into the realm of British Muslim activism. Birt’s scholarly endeavors have earned him recognition in prominent newspapers, and in 2014, The Economist acknowledged him as an “influential British Muslim.” Join us as he shares his extensive insights into the rich history of Islam in the UK.

Location:
Birmingham City University Students' Union
4 Cardigan St
Birmingham , B4 7BD United Kingdom
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