mercoledì 23 giugno 2021

CARACAS, VENEZUELA

 


Eml Ambassador of Peace Dr. Kaiser Mohammed Tajan organized an award for professors who brilliantly taught Arabic to the children of the Margarita Island school. Here Ambassador Tajan with one of the Professors, Lemira Hoda Harfouche. 

CAMERON, YAOUNDE


 Eml Ambassador of Peace Prof. Oumarou Malam Djibring, participated to the training regarding Christian and Muslim leaders, who are together for dialogue and tolerance. This is a brilliant initiative started from an African country, which has to be reproduce in Europe. 

domenica 20 giugno 2021

OTTAWA, CANADA


 Dear Dr. Alfredo Maiolese:

On behalf of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, I would like to acknowledge receipt of your correspondence regarding the horrific murder of four people in London, Ontario simply because they were Muslim.

Islamophobia has no place in our communities, but we are once again tragically reminded of its pervasive threat through an act motivated by terror and hatred. We grieve with our Muslim communities across Canada and stand with them in solidarity during this difficult time.

To better protect Muslim communities in Canada, our government will increase investments in initiatives such as the Security Infrastructure Program to help protect communities at risk, and their schools and places of worship. We strongly denounce those who advance racist, xenophobic and white supremacist beliefs. Too many lives have been lost to this type of violent hatred and extremism which is why we approved the first listings of white supremacist entities as terrorist organizations to the Canadian Criminal Code back in 2019. This year. we announced the inclusion of an additional four groups including the Proud Boys. This sends a strong message that Canada will continue to adapt to evolving threats and will act to prevent and dismantle these motivated acts of violence. Our government declared January 29 as the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia. We committed an additional $50 million to anti-racism initiatives through the Federal Economic Statement (FES) 2020, and Budget 2021 proposes to provide $2 million to not-for-profit organizations such as places of worship, schools, and community centres to enhance their security infrastructure.

As we build back consciously more inclusive, all of us must step up, be allies, and do what we can to make workplaces, communities, and public spaces safer. We have also proposed creating a director of Terrorism Prosecution to bring those who participate in terrorist organizations to justice, and are developing new ways to address the growing challenge of online hatred and abuse, to ensure the safety of all Canadians, on and off-line. We will continue to work on making Canada stronger by ensuring that our laws and practices reflect and protect our country's rich diversity.

Our government denounces all acts of discrimination, including Islamophobia. The senseless attack in London, Ontario shows us that Islamophobia is a serious issue and it has no place in Canada and around the world. It is our collective responsibility to combat hatred and condemn it in the strongest possible terms, and it is incumbent upon all of us to confront racism and violence wherever it exists, so that we can create a country safe and welcoming for everyone.

Thank you once again for writing to the Prime Minister.

Sincerely,

Jean-Luc Marion

Senior Manager, Prime Minister's Correspondence

Office of the Prime Minister

mercoledì 16 giugno 2021

CERANESI, ITALY

 


On the invitation of a day of peace remembering the deaths hitten by Covid the three monotheistic religions had met in a Monastery. 

Eml is participating to many interfaith meetings. 

Here President of EML Dr. Alfredo Maiolese with the Bishop representative of Vatican. 

sabato 12 giugno 2021

BERN, SWITZERLAND

 

EML: A BEACON OF HOPE IN A TROUBLED WORLD

The European Muslim League recently marked the 12th anniversary of its creation with the news it now has Ambassadors for Peace in all 44 countries that make up our wonderful, diverse continent.

In addition our horizons have expanded around the globe and we have additional ambassadors representing the aims of EML across six continents.

EML came together at an international conference in Switzerland of 35 diverse Muslims who developed a constitution that would foster and encourage harmony between different races, religions and cultures for a greater understanding. Foremost of our aims was to support the defence of human rights especially through a collective effort of interfaith dialogue.

While numerous organisations shared by immigrants of different origins already existed in Europe, EML focussed its growth and development on strategies free from the sort of cultural, political and other social baggage which has weighed down and, in some cases, held back communities.

The cornerstones of our development are based on religion and diplomacy which has helped EML shape a strategy to handle a collective of dilemmas which can challenge new and first generation Europeans.

When EML was formed it was through a collective of new and existing Europeans. This blend, we felt, was key to the structure of the league if it was to move forward and develop initiatives.

It was decided there would be no actual ties or links with countries of origin and no undue influence from overseas governments. This enabled EML to move forward free from outside influence or political agendas which could easily conflict with our aims and strategies.

This decision at the founding meeting has served us well and enabled our members and ambassadors to not become embroiled in aggressive or sectarian issues which have sadly blighted some communities.

Some of our most effective mediators and strategists are Muslim converts who come from secular or backgrounds of different faiths but with a strong understanding of what it is to be European. Their perspective is enhanced by the experience of other first and second generation Muslims who bring a wealth of As a result, in our opinion, we have assembled some of the most suitable people to play the role of mediation and effective ambassadors of peace, defenders of concrete values of moderation, understanding, harmony and concordance between all monotheistic and other religions.

Dr Alfredo Maiolese, EML President, said: “We now have a collective of members who are confident in promoting our great faith to the wider public who have often (and understandably) confused Islam and culture. 

“Our philosophy of peace and tolerance has served us well and brought about productive relationships with our Christian and Jewish cousins as well as members of other faiths.”

The European Muslim League was registered on 10 May 2010 with the Italian government, the Ministry of Finance and subsequently with the Swiss government, canton of Bern, with the aim of presenting Islam in its original form, a religion of peace and respect for all humanity.

EML achieved another milestone on 4 January 2012 when it was also registered in the Transparency Register of the European Union with the possibility of accessing the European Parliament. From 6 December the same year it was included in the register of the United Nations Council of Social Affairs. 

Since then EML has been invited to New York for the various assemblies held at the Ecosoc. 

EML recognises and approves the charter of the United Nations, the Universal Charter of Human Rights, as well as various statutes such as the Mecca Declaration, and the Amman Message.

By 2016 as our work attracted wider attention, the Council of Europe based in Strasbourg, described EML as an expert in the prevention of radicalisation.

During these years various conferences have been organized, especially in Italy with the support of the bureau headed by EMl President Dr Maiolese. His ability to connect religion and diplomacy has been given recognition by visiting Ministers, Ambassadors, parliamentary members, and other European institutions.

Dr Maiolese has also established a close working relationship with officials and emissaries of His Holiness Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State.

EML Secretary General Dr Yvonne Ridley has focussed much of her energies on the development and progress of Muslim women, particularly those caught up in conflict zones and humanitarian disasters.

She distinguished herself  in 2018 by working with a team of South African lawyers in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh setting up an electronic legal catalogue documenting war crimes visited upon the Rohingya Muslims living in the refugee camps having fled neighbouring Myanmar.

A few months later she worked alongside Nelson Mandela’s grand daughter to highlight the plight of Syrian women prisoners of war and their children being held in the regime prisons. She also visited the so-called free zones of Syria to talk about human rights and highlight the needs of Syrian orphans.

The following year she was nominated for the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize and often addresses international conferences on women’s and human rights.

The work of the President and the Secretary general has also been complimented by the tireless activities of our global peace ambassadors . Their work has earned praise and recognition from governments and local authorities.

Particular interest has been shown at prompt interventions aimed at young Muslims who are often targeted by extremist and radical voices online.

Excellent successes have been achieved in Europe for the magnificent work done by EML members for the continuous mediation in schools, universities and at the invitation of many civil associations. Some interventions were consolidated by Dr Maiolese who at the request of Political Charity, a body of pontifical right, spoke several times in the Vatican. The dissemination of good knowledge and the study of Islam, placed on the calendar, have fostered and guaranteed good relations and relationships in society.

Such is the success and influence of EML’s work that a decision was taken to extend the peace ambassador initiative around the world some years ago resulting in the hosting of officials by governments in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Oceania.

EML now boasts ambassadors of peace in more than 44 countries (from New Zealand, Indonesia, Malaysia, India, Middle East, North Africa, South Africa, up to Latin America etc.)

This work has been supplemented with the introduction of academic structures and academies including the foundation of the International Academy of Diplomatic Action, the International Council for Cooperation and Peace and the International Council for Muslim Unity as well as the International Academy of Islamic Studies. 

Some members of the EML participated with the support of the Italian government, the Ministry of Education and the OIC, in courses for Imams and ministers of worship operating in the penitentiary sector, successfully passing the exam.

President Dr Maiolese has participated in numerous international conferences in numerous countries as a panellist having the privilege of speaking also at the conference held at the United Nations office in Geneva, discussing the prevention of young European Muslims from radicalism and extremism. The goals and the bets are still many and the post covid presents us with an uncertain and ambiguous period. 

It is worth remembering our founding motto: “Among the many shining stars of the European flag, we would like to radiate our light, contributing to the development, prosperity and general peace of our beloved European land

venerdì 11 giugno 2021

GENOVA, ITALY



In a particular historical period, where natural disasters, earthquakes, floods, environmental dangers are the new problems of this century, EML has decided to help civil society, and institutions and those in need with specific Civil Protection activities by Muslim volunteers who with the motto:

” Volunteers at the service of humanity” intervene in the needs of any population.

The President of EML, Dr. Alfredo Maiolese has been invited by Civil Protection of Ligurian Region. Militaries,  Policeman and volunteers were present. 


 

sabato 5 giugno 2021

BUCAREST, ROMANIA



The Presidency of European Muslim League, the President Amb. Alfredo Maiolese, the Secretary General Dr.Yvonne Ridley, together with all the members of EML, are glad to announce the nomination of a new Envoy of Peace in the Republic of Romania.
Congratulations to Dr. Daniel Ioan Bărnuti for this important role in his Country. In Romania there is a presence of Muslims of 5% and also the historical group of Tatars.

 

giovedì 3 giugno 2021

GENOVA, ITALY


 


Il 10 maggio di quest’anno si è festeggiato il dodicesimo anno dalla creazione della European Muslim League, Lega dei Musulmani Europei, EML, un arco di tempo non particolarmente lungo, ma sicuramente intenso e ricco di avvenimenti che hanno portato l’organizzazione ad una rapida crescita ed un impegno su più fronti e non soltanto su quelli europei. La sua costituzione è stata un’idea di musulmani europei che ritrovandosi ad una conferenza internazionale, hanno discusso della necessità di adoperarsi in gruppo, per favorire ed incentivare l’armonia tra diverse razze, religioni, culture, sostenendo e convergendo sforzi comuni per la difesa dei diritti umani, il dialogo interreligioso ed intrareligioso. In Europa, vi erano presenti già numerose organizzazioni  compartecipate da immigrati di diversa provenienza ed origine, ma date le numerose difficoltà di inserimento da loro rinvenute in principio e soprattutto le molteplici problematiche trascinate dai loro paesi natii, si è pensato di creare una organizzazione priva di pesanti bagagli, ricolmi da pesi politici e sociali, incoraggiando una nuova narrativa legando religione e diplomazia, caposaldi adatti per la risoluzione dei dilemmi sociali e collettivi. Questi pensieri raccolti in una riunione preliminare, avvenuta in Svizzera, a cui hanno partecipato più di 35 musulmani europei, molti dei quali, alti rappresentanti di numerose comunità, hanno portato a plasmare una nuova organizzazione, non per la concretizzazione, ma novella per le azioni da intraprendersi e per i componenti che l’avrebbero partecipata. Si è desiderato far aderire europei autoctoni o nazionalizzati, perché cresciuti in Europa, soggetti privi di effettivi legami con i paesi di origine dei genitori, una organizzazione non legata a governi stranieri o agende politiche, ma esente da discussioni aggressive e faziose, i cui componenti avessero una origine europea non solo per nascita, ma per cultura e crescita.

I musulmani europei portatori del doppio bagaglio culturale e talora religioso, perché, provenienti dalla religione cristiana sono a nostro avviso, le persone più indicate per svolgere, il ruolo di mediazione ed effettivi ambasciatori di pace, difensori di concreti valori di moderazione, intesa, armonia e concordanza tra tutte le religioni monoteiste.

Si è deciso intenzionalmente di selezionare i membri, non per distanziarsi, ghettizzandosi dai vari ceppi (arabi, asiatici, africani ecc.) ma per valorizzare l’origine autoctona come potenziale di comunicazione anche per difendere gli interessi degli immigrati di fede musulmana ed estendere buoni rapporti con i cristiani, ebrei e le altre filosofie.

La European Muslim League è stata registrata il 10 maggio 2010 presso il governo italiano, Ministero delle Finanze e successivamente presso il Governo svizzero, cantone di Berna, con lo scopo di presentare l'Islam, nella sua forma originale, ossia religione di pace e rispetto per tutta l'umanità e per evitare scontri di religione fomentati da più parti. Il 4 gennaio 2012 è inoltre stata iscritta nel Registro della Trasparenza dell’Unione Europea con possibilità di accesso al Parlamento Europeo e dal 6 dicembre 2012 inserita nel registro del Consiglio degli Affari Sociali delle Nazioni Unite. Essa è stata invitata a New York, a varie assemblee tenutasi presso l’Ecosoc. La EML riconosce ed approva lo statuto delle Nazioni Unite, la Carta Universale dei diritti umani, nonché vari statuti tipo la dichiarazione di Mecca, ed il Messaggio di Amman.

 

Dal 2016 l'EML è stata descritta dal Consiglio d'Europa – Strasburgo, come un’esperta nella prevenzione della radicalizzazione.

Nel corso di questi anni si sono organizzati vari convegni, soprattutto, in Italia con il sostegno dell’Ufficio di Presidenza retto dall’Inviato Dr. Alfredo Maiolese che ha saputo collegare religione e diplomazia invitando numerosi Ministri, Ambasciatori, membri parlamentari, e delle Istituzioni europee ed extra facendo anche presenziare il Prelato d’onore del Papa.  Ai vari convegni hanno partecipato tv e giornalisti internazionali ridando molto risalto agli eventi. Un grande lavoro è stato svolto dalla Segretaria Generale Dott.ssa Yvonne Ridley impegnata anche nella difesa delle donne.

La notorietà e l’ottimo lavoro dei vari rappresentati della Lega dei Musulmani Europei, ha visto i governi monitorare le attività svolte ed i pronti interventi indirizzati ai giovani musulmani divenendo un faro e guida contro l’estremismo ed il radicalismo.

Ottimi successi si sono raggiunti, in Europa, per il magnifico lavoro svolto dai membri EML per la continua mediazione nelle scuole, nelle università e su invito di molteplici associazioni civili. Qualche intervento è stato consolidato dal Dr. Alfredo Maiolese che su richiesta di Carità Politica, ente di diritto pontificio ha parlato più volte in Vaticano. La diffusione di una buona conoscenza e lo studio dell’Islam, posti in calendario hanno favorito e garantito i buoni rapporti e relazioni nelle società.

La notorietà della EML ha finanche varcato i confini europei ed essa è stata più volte ospitata da governi del Medio-Oriente, Asia, Africa Oceania, portando ad estendere l’azione religiosa-diplomatica ad altre aree di influenza.  Ai membri ed inviati in Europa si sono aggiunti gli Ambasciatori di Pace EML, i quali, ad oggi si annoverano in più di 60 paesi (dalla Nuova Zelanda, all’Indonesia, Malesia, India, Medio Oriente, Africa del Nord, Sud Africa, fino all’America Latina ecc.) Si sono create all’interno della EML varie sezioni ed accademie. Ricordiamo brevemente la loro fondazione:

Accademia Internazionale di azione diplomatica, il Consiglio Internazionale di Cooperazione e Pace e il Consiglio Internazionale per l’Unità dei Musulmani oltre che l’Accademia Internazionale di Studi Islamici. Alcuni membri della EML hanno partecipato con il sostegno del Governo italiano, Ministero dell’Istruzione e dell’OIC, a corsi per Imam e Ministro di culto, operanti in ambito penitenziario superando brillantemente l’esame.

Il Presidente Dr. Alfredo Maiolese ha partecipato, a numerosi convegni internazionali in numerosi paesi come pannellista avendo il privilegio di intervenire anche al Convegno tenutosi presso le Nazioni Unite ufficio di Ginevra, discutendo sulla prevenzione dei giovani musulmani europei al radicalismo ed estremismo.  Gli obbiettivi e le scommesse sono ancora molti e il post covid sarà ancora un periodo incerto ed ambiguo. Noi della Lega dei Musulmani Europei vogliamo ricordare il nostro motto:

 

 

“Tra le tante stelle lucenti, della bandiera europea, vorremmo irradiare la nostra luce, contribuendo allo sviluppo, alla prosperità e alla pace generale, della nostra amata terra europea”.

 

 

mercoledì 2 giugno 2021

ROME, ITALY

     

The Presidency composed by Dr. Alfredo Maiolese,  the Secretary General Dr.Yvonne Ridley and all members of European Muslim League EML on the occasion of the Italian national day celebratory date established to commemorate the birth of the Italian Republic, wishes to The President of Republic to Government, italian institutions and people prosperity luck and peace.