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السلام عليكم | As'Salam Alaikum

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کربلا نیٹ ورک

We are an LGBTQIA+ Shia Muslim Society dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for all. Whether you’re from any Muslim school of thought, a non-Muslim, or an ally — you are welcome here.

Our community is built on love, respect, and unity, with a shared devotion to the Ahl al-Bayt (ع). Through this love, we bring people together across identities, backgrounds, and beliefs to foster support, education, and solidarity.

Join us as we honour our faith, uplift our voices, and stand together — with pride and with purpose

WELCOME

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“Hussain is from me, and I am from Hussain” 


حُسَيْنٌ مِنِّي وَأَنَا مِنْ

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Whether you have a question, or just want to say hello, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help.

چاہے آپ کا کوئی سوال ہے، یا صرف ہیلو

کہنا چاہتے ہیں، بلا جھجھک رابطہ کریں—

ہم مدد کے لیے حاضر ہیں۔

 

We are based in Chorley, England, United Kingdom but support and welcome people from all over the world to join our mission and community, after all we’re stronger together.

ہم چورلی، انگلینڈ، یونائیٹڈ کنگڈم میں

مقیم ہیں لیکن ہمارے مشن اور کمیونٹی

میں شامل ہونے کے لیے پوری دنیا کے

لوگوں کی حمایت اور خیرمقدم کرتے ہیں،

آخر کار ہم ایک ساتھ مضبوط ہیں۔