KIRAN SHAH

LLM BAR PRACTICE COURSE, UNIVERSITY OF LAW

I have previously completed two Masters degrees - one in History and another in International Relations, and am about to complete a Graduate Diploma in Law before starting a Bar Practice Course with LLM at the University of Law.

I am passionate about becoming a barrister, representing the British Muslim community in areas of mental health and human rights. It is noteworthy that Muslims are the most likely group to be sectioned under the Mental Health Act, yet the least likely to receive treatment.

There is currently a lack of trust between Muslim communities and service providing groups, due to insufficient levels of cultural sensitivity and awareness. I want to ensure that Muslims consider mental illness as any other illness, and they are fully aware of their legal rights.