Shabna Begum
Chief Executive of the Runnymede Trust and author of From Sylhet to Spitalfields: Bengali Squatters in 1970s East London, with a background as a secondary school teacher and doctoral researcher into migration histories.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 43min
Radio ReOrient 13.10: Countering Islamophobia with the Runnymede Trust, with Shabna Begum, hosted by Claudia Radiven and Amina Easat Daas
Shabna Begum, Chief Executive of the Runnymede Trust and author of "From Sylhet to Spitalfields," dives into pressing issues surrounding Islamophobia and far-right politics. She explores the evolution of Islamophobia post-9/11, highlighting the 2024 report linking it to global injustices. Shabna critiques narrow definitions that can obscure systemic issues and discusses the intertwining of racism and anti-Black violence during the 2024 riots. Practical strategies for individuals to combat Islamophobia and foster solidarity are also emphasized.
Dec 19, 2025 • 43min
Radio ReOrient 13.10: Countering Islamophobia with the Runnymede Trust, with Shabna Begum, hosted by Claudia Radiven and Amina Easat Daas
In this engaging discussion, Shabna Begum, the CEO of the Runnymede Trust and author of 'From Sylhet to Spitalfields,' dives into her efforts countering Islamophobia. She reflects on Runnymede's trailblazing work since 1997 and the impact of events like 9/11 on Muslim communities. Shabna emphasizes the importance of understanding structural causes rather than merely interpersonal hate. Highlighting the rise of far-right politics and the connections between local and global issues, she urges for community action and solidarity to combat racism.
