Medical professionals from London’s Dawoodi Bohra community organised a Community Health Check Programme at the community’s Northolt centre on 7th January 2026 in the lead up to Ashara Mubaraka. The initiative, organised by the community’s Department of Health & Wellbeing, welcomed neighbours and local workers for free health assessments and practical advice on healthy living. It…
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This story was covered by BBC News For many children, a hospital admission brings more than just medical treatment. It can also mean unfamiliar sounds, bright lights and anxiety in an unfamiliar environment. A new sensory room, gifted by Birmingham’s Dawoodi Bohra community, has opened its doors to young patients admitted to Midland Metropolitan University…
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Diabetes demands daily discipline. It is not a condition eased by a quick pill or a seasonal fix, but a long-term lifestyle challenge that requires constant vigilance and informed choices. According to Diabetes UK, “more than 5.8 million people in the UK are now living with diabetes,” the highest figure on record. In response, Dawoodi…
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The Dawoodi Bohras of Bradford presented a cultural exhibition at The Beacon’s family day in Lister Park on 28th August, attracting more than 1,000 visitors despite the rainy weather. At their stall, the community showcased traditional crafts, the distinctive Dawoodi Bohra attire, and information boards displaying the community’s history. Visitors sampled Bohra cuisine, including malido,…
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This story was covered by the BBC The Dawoodi Bohra community has partnered with the Bradford Council’s Countryside Service and the Aire Rivers Trust to launch a major restoration project at Bingley North Bog — a 10,000-year-old bog regarded as one of the Bradford district’s most precious natural sites. Funded entirely through Project Rise, the Dawoodi…
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Adnan Gohar is a London-based creative and photographer. Through his agency, he helps brands craft memorable packaging and offline experiences. He is also a podcaster who likes to explore topics related to trust, growth, and human connection. In this blog, he gives his take about his creative process and why instinct matters more to him…
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Kidney Care 4 All (KCA), an NGO co-founded by three members of the Dawoodi Bohra community of the UK, has taken a major step in transforming kidney care in Uganda. In late July, a specialist medical team led by Consultant Transplant Surgeon Dr. Hussein Khambalia travelled to Kampala to train local surgeons, anaesthetists, and nursing…
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Dawoodi Bohra community centres in Bradford, Croydon, Leicester, London and Nottingham organised a series of events at the beginning of June to mark Global Wellness Day 2025, mobilising hundreds of volunteers for fitness challenges and educational talks. More than 500 participants took part in the nationwide initiative collecting over 150 bags of litter, planting trees with local officials,…
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The Dawoodi Bohras of Birmingham hosted a networking event at their community centre in collaboration with Thrive UK on 14 May 2025. The gathering brought together leaders and representatives from across Birmingham who are committed to make an impact through the Warm Welcome scheme. The Warm Welcome initiative in Birmingham provides free, safe, and welcoming…
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The Dawoodi Bohras of Manchester hosted an iftar event at the community’s Noor Masjid on March 13, 2025, creating a space for meaningful dialogue across the city’s diverse communities. The event was attended by a number of guests including Manchester Lord Mayor Paul Andrews, diplomats from Iraq, Turkey and Pakistan and leaders from Christian, Muslim…
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