The Muslim Charities Forum was set up in 2007 to ensure the Muslim NGO sector in the UK works professionally and transparently. Its founding members are Islamic Relief, Human Appeal International, Human Relief Foundation and Muslim Hands.

We work together to engage proactively with other charities, governmental and non-governmental bodies and communities to promote projects and initiatives that are of benefit to all and foster a better understanding of our commonly shared values.

Our work covers five broad areas:

Dialogue & Cooperation

  • Facilitate and promote the cooperation and coordination among the Muslim led INGOs and provide a platform for dialogue and interaction
  • Engage in dialogue and cooperation with groups of different faith and backgrounds

Capacity Building

  • Promote best practices
  • Provide tools, consultancy and expertise for the purpose of improving operational efficiency to deliver better services to beneficiaries and donors
  • Provide a one stop service for the charitable sector in the UK and improve financial management and funding opportunities for member organizations

Understanding

  • Promote a better understanding of the Muslim Charitable ethos, culture and practices
  • Engage with government bodies, international agencies, private sector, key individuals local actors and civil society for better understanding of the principles and aims of the Muslim Charitable Sector

Bridge Building

  • Become a bridge building tool between civil society and public organizations, such as government bodies (national and international), European Union, United Nations, as well as media outlets
  • Serve as an advocacy and lobbying body for the Muslim Charitable Sector and its beneficiaries

Humanitarian Principles
and Standards

  • Improve the understanding of humanitarian codes and practices