The Philosophy of EcoMuslim
by st contributor Saturday 11th October 2008
In our eagerness to progress and develop we have lost sight of the finite and delicate nature of our home Earth and our place therein. Individuals, nations and regions continue to increase consumption and demand on Earth’s ecosystems and natural resources, thereby leaving greater ecological footprints.
Nature’s ability to provide for our lifestyles and consumption continually diminishes and the Earth is unable to heal herself in time to provide for our needs and those of the future generations. Our behaviour is not sustainable if we want to sustain life, nature and beauty in our only home Earth.
We at EcoMuslim want to change behaviours on an individual, organisational, societal, national, regional and global level to preserve the Earth’s ecosystems, natural resources, beauty and environment. We are the guardians of the natural order, protecting the environment, working to reduce our individual and collective ecological footprints. We will pioneer change, lead by example and influence an eco-responsible existence of everyone who resides on this beautiful planet Earth.
EcoMuslim achieving the change over the next decade
As a charitable trust registered with Companies House in the United Kingdom we aim to work at three levels:
• National Context
• European Context
• International Context
National Context
At the National Context where necessary we will also work under our sub-brands. We have already held events at the House of Lords, planned for more and have participated at high level conferences.
European Context
At the European level we will engage green networks. We will also influence the 20 million plus Muslims to adopt better life styles to protect the environment and portray a global lead on green issues. A by product of these changes will be a positive image and existence for Muslim peoples in Europe.
International Context
In the International Context we aspire to become a leading global green organisation. Our work at this level will have two strands – Engagement and Influence. We believe that there are not enough organisations or individuals undertaking the urgent work of protecting the environment.
EcoMuslim will engage and work with existing organisations and structures building and disseminating best practice. The recent cyclones in Bangladesh and Burma necessitate urgent action.
In accord with the second strand of Influence, EcoMuslim aspire to hold an Annual Conference and Concert. Please visit our website at www.ecomuslim.com to find about our activities and events.
Omar Faruk
Executive-Chair of EcoMuslim