Birmingham mosque, England, awarded £2.2million for youth center

RELIGIOUS NEWS AGENCY (REDNA) – Green Lane Masjid in Birmingham, England, has been awarded a government grant of £2.2 million to build a new youth center for 12 to 17 year olds.

The center provides more than ten services including sports activities, youth clubs, education and outdoor excursions.

The new center will allow more courses in mentoring and skills development, with a fully equipped teaching kitchen and a creative arts area.

The money is from the Youth Investment Fund in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. The center is expected to be open in April 2024.