OUR JOURNEY SO FAR - Abu Hanifah Foundation · Sir Geoff Hurst, part of the national judging panel....

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AHF is a non profi t charitable organisation registered with the charities commission.

Registered Charity Number 1144134

Like a tree, with strong branches

and verdant leaves, bearing

nourishing fruits, we at Abu Hanifah

Foundation hope to become a

vehicle of human productivity

in the educational, human and

social services, with each leaf

representing one of our projects.

Abu Hanifah Foundation

Wisdom House, 92 Preston New Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB2 6BH

Tel: 01254 290244Email: [email protected]

www.abuhanifahfoundation.org

ContentsAbu Hanifah Foundation ......................................................4

Vision ............................................................................................. 5

Mission ..........................................................................................6

Goals .............................................................................................6

Holistic Education .................................................................... 7

AHF Education...........................................................................8

AHF Football Club ..................................................................10

AHF FC Disability Football ..................................................12

AHF Motto .................................................................................13

AHF FC FA Standard Charter Club ..................................14

AHF Scouts................................................................................16

AHF Girls Sports ......................................................................18

AHF Health ................................................................................19

AHF Community ................................................................... 20

AHF Charity ...............................................................................21

Testimonials ............................................................................ 22

AHF Character Strengths ................................................... 23

AHF in the Press ..................................................................... 24

Awards ....................................................................................... 26

Support Us ............................................................................... 28

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At Abu Hanifah Foundation (AHF), we believe our children are our most valuable assets. They represent the bright future of our faith and they hold our aspirations for a better world. The more we invest in them, the more they will be equipped to deal with the challenges of tomorrow.

AHF was set up in 2010 to respond to the increasing spiritual and social needs of Muslims in the UK, as well as to advance positive changes that extend to all individuals in society regardless of their faith or background.

aBu HaniFaH FounDaTionTo produce future generations of

muslim role models who areGod-centered, balanced and wholesome

individuals, who lead meaningful and purpose-driven lives and makepioneering contributions to theimmediate society and beyond.

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“I was overwhelmed by the amazing work you are doing and inspired to look at how we educate our children in the faith. I left with a very

positive feeling about links between our communities.”

Father Chris Holden, Vicar of Rishton, St Peter and St Paul

Vision

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• To provide a rich and rewarding environment, which develops enquiring, creative minds with the spirit of curiosity necessary for the development of thought, character and identity.

• To promote the holistic development of each child, their self-dignity and respect for others, through the development of personal responsibility.

• To assist each individual to comprehend the complexity of the world in which they live and understand that their own well-being is closely connected to the well-being of others.

• To provide an education which nurtures holistic development, which is challenging and fun, balancing academic excellence with fulfi lment of an individual’s potential in sports and other extra-curricular activities.

• Our focus is in providing educational opportunities and experiences of the highest quality that allows all people to experience success and become productive, and contributing members of our society.

• We will seek projects that will create opportunities to release potential within individuals as well as communities.

AHF provides a range of services which include:

AHF Education | AHF FC | AHF Girls Sports | AHF ScoutsAHF Disability Sports | AHF Community | AHF Health | AHF Charity

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Our fl agship service is the AHF supplementary school (Madrasah), a renowned, innovative and successful educational model combining the best of the traditional and modern. Our integrated holistic approach to Islamic education using the latest research in child and educational psychology, the most up to date technology and the most advanced curriculum, makes the learning inspiring, interactive and fun.

Through AHF Education we are creating productive young Muslims who promote peace and tolerance. Our approach also inculcates in children the need and importance of public service and charitable work.

We also deliver a range of Adult Courses as well as specialist courses for the Deaf community delivered by BSL (British Sign Language) trained staff .

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“What’s distinctive about this Foundation is the breadth of what they provide for their children...thanks to the dedication

of its founders, and parents, their youngsters are being brought up to be

the best of British.”

Jack Straw,Former MP and Cabinet Minister

Central to AHF is the Education services that nurture confi dent and inspiring individuals whoare then able to positively interact and engage with various segments of society and yet be proud of their faith.

“There is a lot of thinking at Abu Hanifah Foundation at not just what

to learn, but also how to learn it and how to apply that knowledge…The legacy of Islamic learning, the

world still benefits from. Abu Hanifah Foundation is adding on to that.” Dr Shaykh Mahmood Chandia,

Senior Lecturer -University of Central Lancashire

“We had a very engaging evening with the staff and

students of AHF. It was a clear demonstration of a model that works and its success is evident from the outcomes inside and outside the classroom and the energy that is unmissable when

you walk around the school. We pray that Allah accepts

and blesses this dedicated and inspiring work. Ameen”

Rashidun Supplementary Schools

“We had a very engaging

“I expected to see children fatigued and disengaged after a day at

mainstream school. The reality was quite the opposite with happy, smiling

children of all ages all displaying an eagerness to learn. Of course it is the

breadth of that education and the holistic growth you wish to achieve that

are the most impressive elements of your provision. To hear young people

speak with such humility and respect for those less fortunate who they

have helped was particularly striking. Encouraging this social conscience in

addition to academic and physical growth bodes so well for the successful

future integration of these children into a modern society, at ease with

itself, and welcoming of all cultures and traditions.”

Neil Yates, Lancashire FA


AHF FC is our multi-award winning, FA Chartered, local grassroots football club. The club focuses on the development of hundreds of children, boys and girls, in a fun and enjoyable manner, which is based on mutual respect for each other, opponents, coaches, referees, parents and spectators.

Although we place a high importance on developing the children’s football skills, we feel it is as important to develop them as people. Children will always be encouraged to be respectful, take ownership of their learning, and develop leadership skills to help build them as positive citizens.

Our club is built on three key values.The fi rst is how we play, for the children to all develop as individuals, to be creative and brave on the ball. The second is coaching, based on skills, that is in the DNA throughout all the teams. The third is most important and the purpose of our existence: to show who we are, our true values and character, in a public arena.

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“There’s some amazing things going on in grassroots football all over the country and Abu Hanifah Foundation is a great example of that.They have shown great dedication and commitment, promoting some superb ideas in the community,

and I can’t speak too highly of what they have achieved over the last couple of

years.There’s some great people involved there, and they should be congratulated.”

John McGregor, Chairman, East Lancashire Football Alliance

“The breath of fresh air that AHF FC has brought to local grassroots football

is absolutely tangible and other clubs have, as a result of seeing the culture of the club, decided to embrace this

new model of junior football that puts the enjoyment of children at its absolute

core. Long may the club continue to grow and exert its influence throughout

the local football family.”

Neil Yates,Lancashire FA

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“Having gained the Respect Award from the FA… whilst gaining charter

standard and hosting a football unites event to bring communities together,

the club still adheres to its core principles of football development in a fun and relaxed atmosphere…Their

hard work has not gone unnoticed and has been acknowledged by

professional clubs such as Manchester City. AHF are working closely to strengthen these links to provide

seamless development opportunities within the community to children who

are from differing backgrounds. Whilst I have observed their growth,

the officials are always open to dialogue and I’ve seen first-hand children wanting to go to training

rather than going on family holidays. Again a testament to the running of the club by competent professionals whose

ultimate goal is for children to learn whilst enjoying their football. I have no hesitation in nominating AHF FC for club of the year as this club epitomises what

grassroots football is all about.Here’s to an amazing year at AHF FC.”

Alan Fielding, Senior Scout,Manchester City Football Club

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We at AHF FC are fully committed to providing a positive experience for everyone involved in the game. Our all-inclusive Disability Football is set-up to ensure those with disabilities have the opportunity to take part in football, and are able to progress through a player pathway and fulfi l their potential.

We provide fun and friendly sessions for all needs and abilities. Our qualifi ed coaches make sure all the players are given the opportunity to experience the many benefi ts of taking part in regular sport. We aim to be a lead organisation for disability sport by providing opportunities that range from participation through to competition.

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“Clubs like AHF FC keep the grassroots game alive in

this country. Their efforts give children and adults of all abilities the opportunity to enjoy and participate in the beautiful game in

a safe environment, and without them the game that we know and love couldn’t exist. The awards are an

opportunity for us to thank them for their dedication and I’m looking forward to meeting them at the

ceremony to congratulate them personally on winning a much deserved award.”

Official quote fromMcDonald’s Director of Football,

Sir Geoff Hurst, part of the national judging panel.

AHF FC was chosen out of 2400 clubs nationally to win the FA Community Awards National Charter Standard Club of the year.

We were presented the award at a ceremony at Wembley Stadium before the community shield match and on the pitch at half time by Sir Geoff Hurst.

AHF FC were also winners of the 2015 and 2017 Lancashire Charter Standard Club of the Year


The AHF Scouts is another one of our exciting services that has received regional, national and international recognition through coverage in leading newspapers, magazines, online publications, television news and other media agencies.

AHF Scouts provide opportunities for children to be involved in a range of activities, events and adventures within an Islamic setting in order to develop young confi dent leaders with outstanding characters.

Children attending the Scouts benefi t from taking part in challenges, discovering and mastering new skills, gaining self-confi dence, developing strong friendships and most importantly cultivating a love and appreciation of the outdoors.

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“It is a pleasure to have such a committed and enthusiastic team of leaders at AHF in the District,they are a credit to the scout Association andall are valued immensely.”Howard Alderson-Perkins

District Commissioner

“Since AHF opened their Scout Group they have offered an excellent

programme of activities for young people…AHF are playing a major role both in Blackburn and East Lancashire in promoting Scouting to the Muslim Community. AHF is a role model for linking a Scout Group to a Madrasah

and I have no doubt that we will see a growth in Scouting opportunities as a

direct result of their work.”

Stuart Parker

Former Blackburn DistrictExplorer Scout Leader

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“AHF has committed leaders whoare delivering scouting to young people making them feel part of

their community and improving their skills and quality of life inthe Blackburn district.”

Ian Fletcher

Group Scout Leader ofSt Francis Scout Group, Blackburn

“THE AHF Scout Group has developed in a short space

of time…I anticipate further development in this

already strong group.”

Roger Flitcroft, District Scout President

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The foundation off ers a wide range of activities and sports within the community with the AHF Girls’ Sports at the heart of it.

AHF Girls’ Sports delivers weekly activities for young girls in a secure, state of the art facility through the support of dedicated qualifi ed instructors.

AHF provides sports facilities for men, women, boys and girls so that they can honour their faith, develop themselves, achieve physical fi tness and preserve their health.

AHF provides sports facilities for men, women, boys and girls so that they can develop their character, achieve physical fi tness and interact and engage with the larger society.

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H E A L T H

As part of our commitment to benefi t the community, with the help of our team of medical experts we run numerous events and workshops with the aim of reducing health inequalities within our community and educating people on prevention and living healthy lives.


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C O M M U N I T Y C H A R I T Y

AHF provides a variety of social and community activities that includes the Mothers & Toddlers Club, Youth Club, Summer Club, Reading Club and a Community Library.

By providing activities and entertainment our aim is to take the youth off the streets and protect them from drugs, crime and violence.

The notion of giving, and especially looking after others is entrenched within AHF. We work on a variety of charitable projects that develops the local community and looks after marginalised and vulnerable people of all faithsor none.

We also partner with leading humanitarian organisations to support and sponsor Orphan children in order to help them get the chance to live a healthy, productive and dignifi ed life.

“Great school, awesome leadership, overwhelming product.”Faith Centre


TesTimonials"AHF scouts has been a great opportunity for my

daughter to participate in experiences and activities which she wouldn't have been able to do so elsewhere. She has excelled in her confidence in doing things she would never think of doing and this confidence has

shone through even outside of scouts."Parent

“I was humbled, inspired and awe struck by AHF.”Amjid Khazir, Media Cultured CIC

"I cannot Praise AHF enough for their dedication and hard work for the local

and national scouting community."Brian Semple, Beaver Scout Leader,

109th Loyola Scout Group, Oswaldtwistle

“Very impressed with the set up, professionalism and all-round holistic approach adopted by Abu Hanifah

Foundation. You have a great vision and I have no doubt in my mind that you will change the future of madrassah teaching in this country. The team is setting the standard

and anyone who is serious about their communities education should look at the Abu Hanifah Foundation model and seek to implement it as soon as possible."

Imam Abid Khan, Cheadle Mosque

“Abu Hanifah Foundation is a well-focussed, progressive, forward thinking, outward looking, socially inclusive

educational establishment, with an ambition to prepare and mould our children into British Muslim role models”.Maulana Fazlur Rehman Hassan, Chaplain at Blackburn Hospital

"A very organised, well established and systematic method in place. A strong and good team of dedicated

staff and volunteers. A wealth of experience, education knowledge and professional qualifications

amongst the staff. An evident pupil-centred curriculum in place and excellent reputation in the community,

model for other organisations."Future Leaders Academy

“Everyone at East Lancashire Football Association is extremely proud of AHF FC – a well-run club with a

great ethos that is always putting the kids first.”Peter Thornton, Director at Lancashire FA

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“The visit to this Madrasah was truly inspirational. May Allah always guide them and make them work to become global so that Muslims all over can benefit.”

Dr Ali Adam, Al-Islamia College, South Africa

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aWaRDs E3 Business Award Winners

for Social Enterprise of the Year 2015

MSF Olympics Northernand National Champions

Donation towards UWT

1V Institute of the Year 2014 Finalists

AHF Governor, Detective Constable Abid Saleh receiving

an MBE from the Queen Recognition of Valuable Contribution

FA Respect Award

Fusion Youth Leadership Award 2013

Finalists

Lancashire FA Charter Standard Club of the Year Award 2015

North West FA Charter Standard Club of the Year Award 2015

British Imams and Scholars Contributions & Achievements Award, OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO YOUTH WORK

Abu Hanifah FoundationWisdom House, 92 Preston New Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB2 6BH

Tel: 01254 290244 (between 5pm-7pm weekdays) Email: [email protected]

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