Irish Muslims launch anti-radicalism charter for speakers

A Muslim peace body is to launch an ‘Anti-Extremism Declaration’ today in a bid to “stop the seeds of radicalism” spreading in Ireland.

The declaration, drawn up by the Irish Muslim Peace and Reconciliation Council, requests foreign speakers coming to Ireland to sign a statement, saying they:

• Unequivocally condemn all terrorism committed in the name of Islam;
• Will not promote foreign conflicts or encourage people in Ireland to participate in them;
• Respect religious tolerance and non-sectarianism;
• Respect equality, including gender and sexual orientation;
• Support democracy and encourage Irish Muslims to participate in society.