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Race Equality - Monthly Spotlight October
November is a busy month as a number of faiths celebrate important festivals. How much do you know about Diwali and Eid Ul-Fitr? Find out more below ....
Diwali Diwali is the festival of light which is celebrated by Hindu's and Sikh's. The festival takes place in late October or early November each year. Hindu's and Sikh's celebrate different meanings of Diwali.
You might like to take a look at the following websites: Diwali www.bbc.co.uk/asianlife www.diwalifestival.org www.diwali.co.uk www.bbc.co.uk/asiannetwork/diwali
Hindu www.hinducouncil.org www.hinduyouthuk.org www.britkid.org
Sikh www.sikh-heritage.co.uk www.sikhkids.com
Eid Ul-Fitr The 'Day Which Returns Often' . This festival marks the end of Ramadan and begins with the sighting of a new moon. It is a joyous festival, and muslims celebrate by going to the Mosque to pray and give alms. Later, meals are shared and gifts distributed. You might like to look at the following websites: www.bbc.co.uk/religion www.muslimheritage.com www.masud.co.uk www.bbc.co.uk/muslimsineurope www.britkid.org www.kidsdomain.com/holiday/ramadan
Interfaith Website: www.interfaith.org.uk
Other events: One World Week
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