Articles by Shaaz Mahboob

About Shaaz Mahboob

Dr Shaaz Mahboob is a Programme Director leading an initiative testing innovative technologies within the NHS to prevent and counter long term health conditions. A trustee of British Muslims for Secular Democracy, he is striving to gain equal rights and representation for ordinary liberal minded British Muslims.

Radicalism and the Duplicity of Muslim Identity

September 3, 2017 Shaaz Mahboob 4

“They can’t be Muslims” is the first explanation from Muslims when self-proclaimed Muslims or group of Muslims commit evil. This must end.

Extremism Redefined: A Call to Action Against Hate Preaching

August 2, 2017 Shaaz Mahboob 5

A plethora of reasons are offered to explain violent extremism. But how large a role do hate preachers have in fostering anti-western sentiment?

What Does Jordan Peterson’s Enforced Monogamy Actually Look Like? | Beatrice Louis

June 19, 2018 13

Monogamy enforced by social norms is an easily observable phenomenon in many parts of the world–and its consequences are deadly.
For a New Left | Dan Fisher

September 11, 2017 4

The first article in the “For a New Left” series looks at how and why we should begin to rebuild and re-establish left wing values.
The Spread of Anti-Christian Hatred in Egypt | Tara Abhasakun

July 21, 2017 1

The spread of anti-christian hatred in Egypt goes beyond ISIS to include non-violent groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood, and even former ruler Mobarak.
Cults and Terrorism: Can We Establish Parallels Between Noxious Belief Systems? | Sarah Mills

July 5, 2017 3

Can insights and lessons about human behavioural trends and group psychologies from cults help us understand and thereby reduce risks of terrorism today?
The Need for an Expanded Theory of Mind in an Era of Increasing Polarisation | Angelos Sofocleous

July 3, 2017 0

Can the Theory of Mind help us foster more empathy and drive us out of our bubbles? How can we achieve a world governed by facts in an era of polarisation?