In a powerful display of solidarity, South Asian Christians are coming together to raise their voices against the alarming rise in persecution that continues to afflict communities in their homelands. This unified effort, driven by the desire for justice and equality, seeks to shed light on the discrimination faced by Christians in the region and demand change.

A protest has been arranged for 9th September 2023 that will enable Christians and people of wider faiths who have good conscience and have been moved by the recent attacks to come together to call for change. .

In a shocking incident that has left a Christian family traumatized, an altercation over the unlawful construction of shops on a parcel of communal land took a violent turn, resulting in severe injuries to a father and his two sons. The incident occurred on August 24th in Stonzaabad Chak 135/12 L, Mianchannu, Punjab.

The victims have been identified as Saleem Masih (52 yrs), known as Goni, and his sons Aneel  and Sunil. The conflict emerged over the unauthorized development on Shamilat land (village common land), which was once a shared resource for the local community. With the establishment of sewage lines in the village, the land in question lost its communal significance. However, attempts to exploit this land by Qadir Teli, a resident with vested interests, had previously been met with resistance from the Christian community.

Sahiwal, Punjab – In the wake of the tragic mob attack in Jaranwala that left the Christian community devastated , yet another distressing episode has unfolded, deepening the worries and pains of Christians across Pakistan.

The incident, which occurred three days after the horrifying events in Jaranwala , involves the booking of a Christian man on charges of blasphemy.

A resolute and peaceful rally took place outside the Manchester Consulate General of Pakistan on Sunday, August 20th, 2023, at 4:00 PM. This event garnered substantial support from Pakistani Christians residing across the North-West, North-East, and North of England.

Please sign our Justice for Jaranwala petition (here)

Approximately 150 attendees converged to voice their collective frustration over the ongoing persecution of Christians in Pakistan, despite years of advocacy.

A shocking series of events has unfolded in Jaranwala, Pakistan, following allegations of the desecration of the Quran – read our original account with many other videos (here).

What began as accusations against two Christian brothers has escalated into a devastating wave of violence, resulting in the destruction of close to 30 churches and 100 homes.

The situation remains tense as the community grapples with the aftermath of this brutal  attack.

Even then Christians who bravely remained in the violence-riven town attended churches in their droves, praising God for sparing their lives.

The Government has now promised 2million rupee compensation packages to all those affected by the recent violence.

A wave of targeted violence against the Christian community in Manipur has left a trail of devastation.  Please read our original account (here).

Disturbing accounts of assaults on individuals, the plundering of state government police stations to seize weapons, and intentional acts of arson targeting residences, churches, theological colleges, and Christian educational institutions persistently come to light.

These fatal attacks, which began on May 3, 2023, have resulted in the loss of over 250 innocent lives, rape and brutalization of women and children, and the displacement of thousands.

The situation continues to escalate, with government inaction exacerbating the crisis.

In a harrowing incident that highlights the vulnerability of minors, a seven-year-old Christian girl named Javeria Javed fell victim to a brutal rape in Cheechawatni, Punjab.  Read more (here).

Courageously, the young girl has now positively identified her attacker, which has provided a significant boost to the ongoing police investigation.

While the family already retains legal representation, the British Asian Christian Association has undertaken the responsibility of covering expenses related to treatment, counseling, and transportation to court for the family.

This gesture is aimed at facilitating Javeria’s recovery and enabling the family to pursue justice with a renewed sense of confidence.

The extremist group Tehreek-e-Labbaik has posted a video depicting the recent destruction of Christian homes following an allegation of blasphemy, accompanied by threats to carry out acts of violence against those accused of blasphemy.

The video, originally shared on TikTok, has instilled profound fear within Christian communities across Pakistan.

Since the outbreak of violence in Pakistan on August 16th, 2019, security forces have maintained a presence outside Christian communities.

Today, the British Asian Christian Association has sent an email to the High Commissioner of Pakistan in London, urgently calling for concrete measures to safeguard Christians in Pakistan and to foster a more harmonious society.

In a heart-wrenching appeal, the representatives of beleaguered asylum seeker families in Thailand have raised urgent concerns regarding the education of their children.

Amidst their struggles and challenges, these families are calling upon the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and other Human Rights Organizations worldwide for immediate intervention.

In Jaranwala, Pakistan, hundreds of Christian homes have been completely destroyed as a result of an incitement to violence originating from multiple mosques.

Tensions flared within the district following a recent accusation of blasphemy directed at a Christian man.

Numerous brutal assaults have left hundreds of individuals injured, and the aftermath has left thousands without shelter.

In pursuit of safety, many families have sought refuge outside the city, relying on the support of friends and relatives. 

Meanwhile, British Asian Christian Association has already provided housing for 15 families and is committed to aiding even more in need.