FEMYSO

We're looking for a passionate volunteer to support the AI & Digital Rights Unit! Help us streamline project management, enhance AI stakeholder engagement, and ensure smooth execution of key initiatives. If you're organised, proactive, and ready to make an impact - apply today 👉 https://lnkd.in/eXaiaJJt 💡✨ #VolunteerOpportunity #AIForGood #DigitalRights

Today, we remember the victims of Islamophobic violence and reaffirm our commitment to combating hate in all its forms. From Christchurch to Srebrenica, history has shown the deadly consequences of unchecked discrimination. Yet, Islamophobia persists - affecting young Muslims in education, employment, and public life across Europe. It’s time for action. We call on European institutions to address systemic barriers and protect the rights and dignity of all. 🚨 Islamophobia is not just a concept - it’s a lived reality. Let’s work towards an inclusive future where no one is marginalised because of their faith. Read the full statement: https://lnkd.in/e9KVP7Nh Supported by: ternYpe - International Roma Youth Network No Hate Speech Network AEGEE / European Students' Forum Organising Bureau of European School Student Unions #DiasporaVote! Federation of Young European Greens (FYEG) European Youth Forum European Students' Union (ESU) World Student Christian Federation (WSCF) (WSCF-Europe)

Are Muslim Women not...Women?    This #InternationalWomensDay, let’s talk about the challenges Muslim women in Europe continue to face. ⚖️ Access to the job market: Recent findings show that Muslim women, especially those who wear hijab, are less likely to be employed. Discriminatory policies and biases keep them out of the job market. 🏅 Sports: In France, the ban on religious symbols in sports stops Muslim women from competing, forcing them to choose between their faith and their passion. 📢 Representation: Muslim women are often left out of conversations on gender equality, even though their struggles show how far we still have to go.   If we talk about women’s rights, we also need to talk about Muslim women.

🚀 The countdown is on! On Sunday, March 9, 2025, FEMYSO is taking on a fundraising challenge with a chance to win a $5,000 prize from LaunchGood! The campaign with the most donors in 24 hours will secure the reward, let’s make it happen together! 💡 How can you support? ✅ Donate once the challenge begins on Sunday by visiting LaunchGood.com/TeamFEMYSO ✅ Share this campaign with your network - every donation, no matter the amount, makes a difference! By giving any amount, you’ll be helping FEMYSO build a more diverse, cohesive and vibrant Europe. #LaunchGood #FundraisingChallenge #Sadaqa #MuslimYouth

🌍 Defending Democracy & the Rule of Law in Europe 🇪🇺   Last week, FEMYSO President Hania Chalal participated in the European Policy Center’s community meeting, "Guarding the Foundations: EU Rule of Law in a Changing Geopolitical Landscape," organised in partnership with Connecting Europe, Stiftung Mercator GmbH, and Democracy Reporting International.   In a critical discussion alongside other CSOs representatives and experts, Hania engaged with the following key policy makers and addressed the effects of breaches of the Rule of Law on Muslim and marginalised communities:    🔹 MEP Tineke Strik (Greens/EFA) 🔹 MEP Michał Wawrykiewicz (EPP) 🔹 Oliver Röpke, President of the European Economic and Social Committee 🔹 Ralph Kaessner, Head of Unit for Fundamental Rights and Rule of Law, European Commission 🔹 Joachim Herrmann, Deputy Head of Cabinet of Commissioner Michael McGrath, Council of the EU    #EU #RuleOfLaw #YouthVoice #Democracy #FEMYSO

Ramadan is near! Automate small, consistent donations before Ramadan and help FEMYSO build tomorrow’s leaders today 🌍 Join Our LaunchGood Campaign:  💰 Donate €1+ per day for all 30 days of Ramadan and FEMYSO will receive a €100 boost at no extra cost to you! 💌 Spread the word and make a difference this Ramadan ✨ 🔗 Join Now: 🥲 https://lnkd.in/eqTD_VDc 🚀 

🚨Apply for EYE 2025 before It’s too late! 🚨   Young changemakers of Europe, this is YOUR chance to be part of The European Youth Event 2025! 🌍✨   📍 Where? European Parliament, Strasbourg 🇫🇷 📅When? 11th - 15th June 2025 📝Apply to join the FEMYSO delegation NOW!   ✅ Exclusive training sessions ✅ Meet inspiring youth from across Europe ✅ Discuss & shape the future of Europe   ⏳ Deadline: 21st February – Don’t miss out! Apply now via the https://lnkd.in/evKgcw2K   #EYE2025 #FEMYSONetwork #FutureofEurope #YouthVoices #OpportunitiesForYouth

📢 Breaking Barriers FEMYSO was proud to have its President speak at the “racialised communities, youth, and employment” discussion, highlighting the systemic barriers holding back Muslim and racialised youth in the job market. 💡 Key Takeaways: 🔹 Education or Exclusion? Muslim students face racism before even entering the workforce. 🔹 The Triple Penalty: Gender, ethnicity, and faith limit Muslim women’s career progression. 🔹 Degrees Without Opportunities: Many racialised youth are trapped in low-paid, insecure jobs. 🔹 The Economic Cost: Discriminatory hiring weakens economies and drives talent abroad. 🛠️ Action is Needed: ✅ Strengthen accountability in schools & workplaces. ✅ Tackle bias in recruitment & close wage gaps. ✅ Ensure racialised youth are in leadership. Inclusion isn’t just fair—it’s an economic necessity. 🔗 A huge thank you to Mila Paspalanova, Samuel Engblom, Equinet, European Network of Equality Bodies, Daris José Lewis Recio (he/him), Tanja Florath, LLM, Rossalina Latcheva, and Ana Baena Liñán for leading this crucial conversation. #FEMYSO #YouthEmployment #BreakingBarriers #EndDiscrimination

🌍✨ Shaping the future through youth participation ✨🌍 Our President, Hania Chalal, took the stage at ALDA’s conference, “Shaping the Future Through Youth Participation,” to champion the power of young people in driving meaningful change. From innovative grassroots initiatives to shaping policies that impact us all, youth are not just the future—they are the NOW. This event provided a powerful platform to showcase youth-led action, share best practices, and spark essential conversations on how we can collectively build a more just and inclusive society. 🚀 The message is clear: when young people lead, transformation happens. Let’s continue to amplify their voices, invest in their ideas, and create spaces where they can thrive! #YouthEmpowerment #ShapingTheFuture #Leadership #YouthParticipation

📣 "We need big tech regulators and everyone in the space to acknowledge the problem and be comfortable naming it." A powerful reminder from Alexandra Darby at the AI and Society House event by our partner, HumaneIntelligence, on February 9th. From biased algorithms to harmful narratives, AI can reinforce discrimination if left unchecked. We need transparency, accountability, and Muslim voices at the table to challenge these biases and build fairer tech. #AI #Islamophobia #TechForGood #BiasInAI