Why is OWW focusing on Islam?
It was decided that there should be a focus on one faith initially for this project. Since its origin, OWW has been associated with the Christian faith and many supporters organise events within the Christian Church. The obvious link should be the next largest faith group in the UK so Islam was chosen. Through raising awareness of how Islam tackles issues of poverty and injustices, it is hoped that an understanding of development issues will spread more widely throughout UK Muslim communities. It is also hoped that an understanding of an Islamic perspective will be spread to non-Muslims.
