june 2025 updates

Assalaamu-alaykum,

It’s been a packed few weeks, from events and training to visits across the UK, youth work is in full swing.

In this update: 🔹 What we’ve been up to 🔹 New training dates 🔹 And how you can get involved

💼 Youth Engagement in Action

Over the past two months, we’ve been on the ground with Youth Hubs across the country. Here’s a snapshot:

In May:

• 5 site visits to our partner youth hubs across London, Luton, Maidstone and Birmingham
• 2 training sessions launching our latest cycle with British Muslim Heritage Centre and Essentials Education Group

In June:

• 4 more site visits in London, Birmingham, Luton and Manchester
• 3 training sessions with the youth teams from Become United, Yuvanis Foundation and EMCA Al-Nagashi Mosque

Hubs showed dedication, energy, and real momentum in growing their youth work. There’s so much to be hopeful about. The quality of work, the commitment of volunteers, and the vision hubs have for the future left us deeply inspired. These hubs aren’t just following the standard, they’re shaping it.

See this lovely testimonial of an attendee from this training period:Watch here

📅 September Training Cycle

Our next round of workshop training is taking place over three weekends: 13th – 28th September.

If your team is interested in developing your youth work, Register now

🥾 Outdoorz: August Edition

We’re quietly planning our next event for mid-August inshaAllah. Another chance to get young people offline and into the wild — reconnecting with nature, faith, and one another

Details coming soon — stay tuned!

🌙 Reflections & Reminders

Ḍhul-Ḥijjah Reflections

The start of June coincided with the sacred days of Ḍhul-Ḥijjah. Thank you to everyone who supported our work during this blessed period, your generosity fuels our mission.

A special Ḥajj Mubarak to those of you who performed Ḥajj this year. May Allah accept from you and from all the Muslims around the world.

Fasting onAshura

The Day of Ashura is expected later this week on Saturday 5th July (10th Muharram) — a powerful moment in the Islamic calendar.

The Prophet ﷺ said: “Fasting the day of Ashura, I hope Allah will expiate thereby for the year that came before it.” _ _(Sahih Muslim)

Many of us will be fasting — we invite you to join too.

It is recommended to fast the 9th or 11th of Muharram alongside the 10th.

✋ Get Involved

We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help with events, fundraising, social media, and more — whether you’re a people person, planner, or behind-the-scenes pro, there’s a role for you at Here for Youth. Get involved here

Thanks for reading!

Last few points:

• Quick Quote from the Quran & Sunnah– “Verily, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves.” – Surah Ar-Ra’d (13:11) – This verse reminds us that growth begins with intention and effort. When we invest in young people, train leaders, and create welcoming spaces, we’re living this ayah in action.
• Looking for a voluntary position in the Muslim Sector? We always have space in our team for amazing people. View our current vacancies here
• We can’t do our work without you. If you believe in building a youth club in every Masjid, consider supporting our mission → Donate Here ❤️
• Finally, for our partners – Do you have exciting updates to share? Email us – we love highlighting your work.

Here For Youth Team