Description
Discover the forgotten histories of Muslim servicemen and women who fought for Britain in Great Faith: Stories of Sacrifice and Contribution, an illustrated talk and panel with Nizam Uddin OBE featuring renowned military portrait artist Arabella Dorman and special guests.
Featuring a screening of the powerful short film from the Great Faith project and a moving exhibition of portraits by Arabella Dorman, this event shines a light on the courage, faith and sacrifice of those who served in conflicts from the First World War to the present day.
Through archival material, personal stories and striking visual art, Nizam highlights the fact that the armies that fought in both World Wars looked much more like the Britain of 2025 than the Britain of 1914 or 1940. Muslims, along with Christians, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs and others, served side by side to build the modern foundations of this nation and to defend the freedoms we enjoy today.
About the Speakers
Dr. Ammani Bashir
Dr. Ammani Bashir is a battlefield advanced trauma specialist serving for the UK Ministry of Defence. Based in North Yorkshire, Bashir graduated from Frimley Park Hospital, Camberley in 2021.
Arabella Dorman
Arabella Dorman is a n officially accredited British war artist and portrait painter renowned for her compelling depictions of conflict and its human impact. Her work has been exhibited in prestigious venues such as the Imperial War Museum, La Galleria Pall Mall, and Canterbury Cathedral.
About the Chair
Nizam Uddin OBE
Nizam Uddin OBE is a British social impact leader and advocate for financial inclusion. He currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Algbra, a values-driven fintech firm focused on addressing the needs of underserved and underbanked communities .
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