Grenfell Tower: Community stands together in face of tragedy
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15th June 2017 MEDIA STATEMENT Grenfell Tower - Community stands together in the face of tragedy Like all that saw Grenfell Tower go up in flames, The Muslim Women’s Network UK (MWNUK) are deeply saddened and outraged by this preventable tragedy. Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with all those affected. Such events shake communities to their core and on the first anniversary of Jo Cox’s death it has been inspiring to see communities uniting in the face of such devastation, proving that her spirit lives on. As Jo said: "We are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us." Jo Cox, first speech to Parliament MWNUK recognise the inevitable trauma and grief for those affected and can offer some counselling support to those who need it; if you or anyone you know has been affected please call the MWN Helpline on 0800 999 5786. Ends Note to Editors 1. About Us Muslim Women's Network UK is a national charity that works to improve social justice and equality for Muslim women and girls and operates a national helpline. We find out about their experiences through research and helpline enquiries and produce resources, deliver campaigns and conduct advocacy work, regularly engaging with government. MWNUK organisational website: www.mwnuk.co.uk MWN Helpline website: www.mwnhelpline.co.uk MWN Helpline contact info: 0800 999 5768 / 0303 999 5786 / info@helpline.co.uk 2. Media Contacts Media spokespeople from Muslim Women's Network UK are: Faeeza Vaid, MWNUK Executive Director - 07535 703567 / faeeza@mwnuk.co.uk Shaista Gohir MBE, MWNUK Chair - 07802 225989 / contact@shaistagohir.co.uk |
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