This briefing highlights the daily experiences of Muslims in prison and the different forms of harm they face. It looks at the use of PAVA spray  - a synthetic pepper spray – in prisons since 2019.

This project explores how counterterrorism measures shape Muslim identity in the UK, focusing on schools, healthcare, prisons, and homes. Based on research by Dr. Shereen Fernandez, Dr. Tarek Younis, and Maslaha, it uses audio and visual elements to illustrate the pervasive impact of Islamophobia and securitisation.

The experience of Muslims in prison during Ramadan are not normally given a public hearing. Our work over Ramadan aims to end this silencing of their experiences. Through a series of audios and comics we shine a light on the discrimination that Muslims in prison face during this important time.

Our third report, Time to End the Silence: the experience of Muslims in the prison system, shows in stark detail how Muslims in prison face racism which obstructs them from practising their religion and prevents them from accessing vital services such as mental health programmes.