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Muslim Charity Run to Include Women After Backlash

11/18/2025

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The Muslim Charity Run in East London, held annually since 2012, is reviewing its policies after backlash over excluding women and girls over 12.
The event, billed as inclusive, faced criticism as regressive and sexist, prompting an Equality and Human Rights Commission investigation.
Organizers commit to allowing women of all ages to join next year.
Campaigners call for accountability from community leaders over the lack of sanctions against the mosque.

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Story summary

The Muslim Charity Run in East London, held annually since 2012, is reviewing its policies after backlash over excluding women and girls over 12.
The event, billed as inclusive, faced criticism as regressive and sexist, prompting an Equality and Human Rights Commission investigation.
Organizers commit to allowing women of all ages to join next year.
Campaigners call for accountability from community leaders over the lack of sanctions against the mosque.