What we do · Birmingham
The full rites, without cost to the family.
For a decade, ALIKRAM has stood beside Eritrean Muslim families in Birmingham through the four rites of Islamic burial — ghusl, Janazah, burial, and Aza — carried out in full for members, at no cost to the family.
The Funeral Service
Every step, handled with care.
Ghusl
The ritual washing of the deceased, performed with dignity and in accordance with the Sunnah — a communal obligation ALIKRAM ensures is never left undone.
Salat al-Janazah
The funeral prayer, gathering the community to seek mercy for the departed and to fulfil a duty that rests on all until it is answered by some.
Burial
A prompt, whole-body burial according to Islamic practice — never cremation — arranged without delay and without financial burden on the family.
Family Support & Aza
Hostel and Aza facilities for the mourning period, and continued support — including for members who lose loved ones abroad, and for non-members in need.
Community Activities
Beyond burial — the work carries on.
2023 · Fundraising Appeal
Support for Quba Islamic Centre
ALIKRAM organised an appeal among its members to support the expansion of Quba Islamic Centre — raising and contributing £2,060, a testament to a commitment that goes beyond the charity's core burial services.
2025 · Community Workshop
Healthy Family Relationships
A workshop on family relationships with partners and children, delivered by Mr. Ahmed Assenay — part of a widening role in community wellbeing and education.
2018 · Awareness Tournament
Five-a-side Football
ALIKRAM organised a five-a-side football tournament to raise awareness of the charity across the community — bringing people together through sport and introducing many to the charity's mission for the first time.
Membership Fees
What it costs to join.
| Membership | Registration | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Family Household, including children under 16 | £20 | £65/ yr |
| Single Age 20 and above | £10 | £35/ yr |
| Youth Ages 16 to 19 | £0 | £20/ yr |
Divorced and widowed members join at the Single rate. Youth membership becomes Single from age 20. All fees go directly toward covering burial costs for members and running the charity's community work.
Standing beside every family.
Since 2016, we have covered every rite for every member — because a family in grief should not be met with a bill.