Join Aneeq ur Rehman and Tariq Bajwa for Wednesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: 'Rough Sleeping on the Rise’ and ‘Islamic Art and Heritage.’ Rough Sleeping on the Rise Rough sleeping in the capital has reached record highs, driven by a worsening housing crisis, rising living costs, and gaps in mental health and social support. The crisis affects a growing number of vulnerable people, including migrants and ethnic minorities. Islamic Art and Heritage Muslim civilisation has made profound and enduring contributions to art and heritage that have influenced cultures across the globe for over a millennium. From the 7th century onward, as Islam spread across Asia, Africa, and Europe, it brought with it a rich tradition of art, architecture, and intellectual thought. Join us as we explore how Muslim contributions to art and heritage are deeply rooted in the values of spirituality, unity, and knowledge and how these contributions have left an enduring legacy that continues to influence global culture today. Guests: Sophie Boobis - Head of Policy and Research at Homelessness Membership Charity Jess - Helps the homeless based in Medway Razwan Baig - Distinguised Scholar, Collector, Philanthropist, Islamic Art Critic and Calligrapher Shazain Baig - Islamic Artist, Calligrapher, Researcher and Historian Producers: Azka Hina and Maria Ahmad Tooba

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