We are looking forward to our Multi-Faith Conference on 21st September where keynote speaker Martin Pamer will be joined by other illustrious experts including:
Dr. Raja Harun MBE
Dr. Harun will speak about “Al Mizan: A Covenant for the Earth”.
Speaking from a Muslim perspective, Dr Harun will explore “Al-Mizan: A Covenant for the Earth”, a restatement of the principles governing the protection of nature. The Covenant presents an Islamic outlook on the environment with the goal of strengthening local, regional, and international actions to combat the planetary crisis we face today.
Dr Raja Harun MBE is a retired scientist who has devoted his life to plant science. In 2011 he was awarded the MBE for services to commercial horticulture and services to community. He has also developed Aquaponics in industrial plants production. Originally from Malaysia he studied at QUB and settled in Northern Ireland. He is currently listed as a trustee of the Belfast Islamic Centre.
Belfast Islamic Centre was established in 1978 by a group of Muslims from the local community to provide a focus for all Muslims living in Northern Ireland. The centre operates for the benefit of all Muslims irrespective of their ethnic background, gender, country of origin or age. At present those who use the centre represent 42 nationalities. No-one is absolutely certain about the number of Muslims in Northern Ireland, The total population of the Muslim community in Northern Ireland (from the 2011 census) is around 4000 individuals. We believe this figure only reflects the settled community in Northern Ireland and does not take into account other social demographics such as students. There may be up to 10,000 Muslims currently resident in the province. There have been Muslims in Northern Ireland for well over a hundred years, the first reported purpose-built place of prayer being the ‘Cockle House’ (facing Makkah) in Crumlin, reportedly built for a Muslim servant of the local landlord at the time.