First Muslim Scout Group opens in our district
After months of planning the first Muslim scout group in Manchester, 1st Noor, opened its Cub section recently.
Amina Osman, the 24-year-old Leader said ‘We share the hopes of mainstream Scouting in that we want to help these kids reach their full potential as individuals and citizens.’ She continued ‘When you think about it the fundamental principles of Scouting are the fundamental principles of Islam. The children are encouraged to love other people and respect other people. I’m really proud of my group – all the boys and girls who are so eager to come. I hope we are the face of Scouting for the Centenary, Cub Scouts 2007!’
While the group is single-faith, non-Muslims are welcome. ‘We share the hopes of mainstream Scouting in that we want to help these kids reach their potential as individuals and citizens. The only difference is, maybe I have made my blouse a bit longer and we pray to Allah at the end of the meeting.’
Pictured are Amina with two cubs and DJ Mike George at ALL Fm after being interviewed on the community radio station.
Due to the great success of the Cub Scouts, Amina now hopes to set up a Muslim Scout Section in the near future.
26 February, 10:21 PM by Patrick Cherry
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