2018 Highlights
About Us
The Muslim Convention’s aim is to provide a networking platform for Shia Muslims in order to promote their spiritual, educational, social and economic well-being.
Agenda
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 9:15 | Doors Open / Registration |
| 10:00 | Opening Session |
| 10:15 | Main Session 1: Talk Show – “Islam & Modernity” |
| 11:30 | Break |
| 12:00 | Prayers |
| 12:30 | Main Session 2: Speeches |
| 13:30 | Lunch |
| 14:30 | Seminar Sessions |
| 16:00 | Break/Networking |
| 16:30 | Evening Prayers |
| 17:30 | Prophet’s (pbuh) Birth Celebration |
Separate parallel programmes for children running all day:
- Creche for children under 5
- 5-10 children’s programme
- 11-16 teenage workshops
| Seminar | Speakers |
|---|---|
| The Community & State | Sheikh Nuru Mohammad Ameed Versace Zameer Hussain |
| Entrepreneurship & Start-ups | Syed Shabeer Kirmani Karim Laljee Hassan Kubba |
| Islam & Arts | Ali Abbas Panju Mohammed Sesay |
| Does Islam advocate Freedom? | Sheikh Mohammad Al-Saadi Sister Noor Owainati |
| Community Centres | Run by: Majlis-e-Ulema Shia Europe Jamiat Al Muntadhar |
Tickets
Adult
- Ages 16+
Family / Group from
- *Base ticket starts with 1 adult + 4 free children
- Every additional adult + £30
- Every additional child + £5
- Max. 4 adults
- Max. 10 children (under 16s)
Student
- Must provide a valid student ID
Register
ONLINE REGISTRATION NOW CLOSED. TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR.
Book Hotel
This year, we have partnered with Hotels.tv to offer competitive rates for overnight hotels should you require accommodation. Click here if you would like to book a hotel.
Location
Manchester Central Convention Complex, Windmill St, Manchester, M2 3GX
Frequently Asked Questions
The Muslim Convention is a platform to engage in and discuss topics relating to the religion of Islam in various subjects, including but not restricted to religion, economics, ethics and social issues.
The Muslim Convention 2019 will involve a wide range of sessions and features for the whole family to enjoy. It will consist of main sessions with world renowned speakers, kids programmes, teenage workshops, a marketplace full of exhibitions, food, Milad al-Nabi celebration and much more!
The Muslim Convention provides you with an opportunity to meet and network with Shia Muslims from all over the UK at an exciting annual flagship event.
The theme for this year is “Islam & Modernity: Does my Religion Need Reform?” The main sessions will aim to provide clarity on this question. Alongside this, the seminars and workshops will give you the opportunity to explore specific topics under this theme or learn new skills.
The Muslim Convention will be held at Manchester Central Convention Complex, Windmill St, Manchester M2 3GX.
The venue is:
- An 18-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly Station
- An 11-minute walk from Oxford Road Station
- An 8-minute walk from Deansgate Station
Paid parking is available in the NCP car park next to the venue. Parking costs £14 for 24 hours using the unique code MCEXHIB14. Parking must be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Please note parking is single-entry only and if you leave and come back you will be required to pay again.
Yes. A buffet lunch, with a delicious menu lined up, will be served 13:30 – 14:30.
Yes. This year we have partnered with hotels.tv to provide special rates at Hotels around the area.
You can book through the following link: https://secure.hotels.tv/destinations/themuslimconvention2019/
Yes. We have a range of activities for various age groups:
- Creche: for ages under 4
- Kids programme: for ages 5-10
- Youth workshops: 11-16
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