Apostasy from Islam can carry the death penalty in many countries, leading ex-Muslims to face severe discrimination and violence for their beliefs.
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Apostasy from Islam can carry the death penalty in many countries, leading ex-Muslims to face severe discrimination and violence for their beliefs.
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Maryam Namazie, an Iranian-born human rights activist, leads the Council of Ex-Muslims of Britain, a group supporting individuals who have left Islam. The film follows the experiences of ex-Muslims facing discrimination and violence in the UK and abroad. Interviewees share their fears of ostracism and abuse from family and communities. The documentary also addresses the heightened dangers for ex-Muslims in Muslim-majority countries, where apostasy can lead to severe punishment, including death.
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Why Watch
- Meet Maryam Namazie and the Council of Ex-Muslims of Britain.
- Find out about the dangers faced by ex-Muslims in Bangladesh.
- See the personal stories of ex-Muslims living in fear.
Did You Know
- Apostasy from Islam can carry the death penalty in many countries.
- Public machete attacks on atheists in Bangladesh have claimed dozens of lives since 2013.
- Many young British ex-Muslims hide their beliefs due to fear of abuse.
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Who directed the documentary Islam's Non-Believers?
Deeyah Khan directed the documentary Islam's Non-Believers.
What is the main focus of the documentary Islam's Non-Believers?
The documentary focuses on the lives and experiences of ex-Muslims who have left Islam and face discrimination and violence.
What award did Deeyah Khan receive for her work on the documentary?
Deeyah Khan received an award from the Council of Ex-Muslims of Britain for raising awareness about the fate of ex-Muslims.
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