Meet The Media Glasgow 2026

Join us for Meet The Media Glasgow 2026, a unique opportunity for Muslim organisations and youth to meet with editors and journalists, exchange perspectives and hold the media to account on how they report on Muslims and Islam. Representatives from The National, The Daily Record and more will be there to answer your questions.

The event will begin with a panel discussion, followed by an interactive Q&A with the audience.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Discuss the portrayal and coverage of Muslims in Scottish media

• Encourage transparency, accountability, and practical steps towards improved representation

• Provide a safe space for community voices to be heard directly by journalists and editors

• Facilitate networking and relationship building between the media and Scottish Muslims to help change the narrative

• Inspire young people to pursue journalism and offer guidance and insights on career pathways

SPEAKERS:

Xander Elliards - Political Editor, The National

Xander Elliards is an NCTJ Gold Standard-qualified reporter with a Master’s degree in journalism from Glasgow Caledonian University. As political editor at The National, he helps cover developments from both Westminster and Holyrood, alongside broader political and social issues – and the odd sillier story.

Rahim Cham - Broadcast Journalist, STV

Rahim is an award-winning journalist with experience producing and presenting content across TV, radio, print and digital. Originally from The Gambia, Rahim started his UK media career with BBC Scotland and now works as a broadcaster at STV News. He is passionate about giving voice to and uplifting the representation of minority communities.

Raisah Ahmed - Film Director

Raisah Ahmed is a screenwriter and director working across film and television and 2024 Screen International Rising Star Scotland. Currently in development with Film 4, Freedom Scripted, Randan and Hopscotch Films, she has previously worked with CBBC, BBC3, Warner Bros. Discovery and Channel 4. Raisah is also on the BAFTA Scotland Committee, is a patron of the Scottish Youth Film Foundation and chairs the Glasgow Film Festival Industry Advisory Group.

Stephen Bark - Reporter, Daily Record

Stephen is a news reporter for the Daily Record. Over the last 10 years, he has worked in journalism and communications mostly for local titles in Ayrshire and Lanarkshire before joining the Record last year.

Muminah Koleoso FRSA - Writer, Poet & Podcaster

Muminah is a Yoruba, Nigerian-British Muslim multi-award-winning, multi-hyphenate creative and advocate for youth voice and women’s rights. She graduated from Edinburgh University with a Computer Science & Maths degree, then pivoted to a career spanning the arts, media, and advocacy, where she uses storytelling to amplify the voices of Black and Muslim women. Muminah founded and hosts Sister Station, a podcast with an audience in 48+ countries; has written for Black Ballad, Friday Magazine, and The Scotsman; and is currently pursuing a Master's in Creative Writing.

VENUE DETAILS:

The Ark Media Hub, 70 Coplaw Street, Govanhill, Glasgow, G42 7JG

This event is free and open to all members of the community.

Attendance must be aligned with values of mutual respect and no disruptive behaviour will be tolerated.