The Hanoon Foundation is pleased to invite medical graduates, medical students and medical educators to a free online webinar delivered by GMC Services International (GMCSI).
The webinar will provide practical guidance on navigating the UK medical system, with a focus on GMC registration, Good Medical Practice and professional standards. It will also cover UK medical training and career pathways, professional development, research, quality improvement and clinical audit.
Participants will also have the opportunity to take part in interactive clinical case discussions and ask questions about practical issues relating to medical practice in the UK.
Webinar Details
📅 Date: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm (UK time) 💻 Format: Online via Zoom 🎟️ Cost: Free to attend
The webinar will cover
GMC registration pathways and the application process
Eligibility requirements, documentation and verification, including English language requirements
Application timelines, common delays and practical guidance
GMC guidance, Good Medical Practice and revalidation
UK medical training and career pathways, including training and non-training routes
Professional development and career planning
Research, quality improvement and clinical audit in UK practice
Opportunities to develop research skills and become involved in research
Interactive clinical case discussions covering clinical reasoning, communication, professionalism, patient safety and multidisciplinary team working
Questions and answers
About the Speaker
Dr Marina Soltan is a Senior Clinical Advisor, Clinical Lecturer in Respiratory Medicine, and Associate with the General Medical Council.
She has experience across clinical practice, medical education and health policy, with expertise in respiratory health, public health, epidemiology, clinical leadership and professional standards.
Who Should Attend?
The webinar is aimed at International Medical Graduates, medical students, and medical educators/faculty members.
Join us for a special fundraising evening in support of medical education in Palestine.
The Ever Land Supper Club for Palestine will take place on Friday 24 July 2026 at Alba Caffè, located within the Whitechapel Gallery in London. Guests will have the opportunity to hear from Amy Abdelnoor, British Arab author and Trustee of The Hanoon Foundation, as she discusses her debut novel, Ever Land.
£10 from every ticket sold will be donated to The Hanoon Foundation to support medical education and training opportunities for Palestinian medical students, graduates and healthcare professionals.
This special fundraising evening will bring together food, literature and community support for Palestine.
Guests will enjoy a Palestinian-inspired feast created by Chef Kherunnisa Mulla. The menu has been specially designed around ingredients and dishes referenced in the novel, offering an opportunity to experience the flavours and atmosphere that inspired Amy’s storytelling.
During the evening, Amy will discuss the writing of Ever Land, her journey to publication and the experiences that inspired the book. There will also be an opportunity for guests to ask questions and meet the author. Representatives from Brick Lane Bookshop will be present with copies of Ever Land available for purchase and signing.
We would like to thank Alba Caffè, Amy Abdelnoor, Brick Lane Bookshop and everyone involved in organising this event for their support.
Event Details
Event: Ever Land Supper Club for Palestine Date: Friday 24 July 2026 Time: 7:00pm – 10:30pm Venue: Alba Caffè, Whitechapel Gallery, London E1 7QX
About Ever Land
Ever Land has received widespread praise from readers and critics. Louise Kennedy described it as “a haunting, lyrical novel that seems almost to dissolve time. Everyone should read it”.
The novel follows Safa, a Palestinian teenager killed during the Six-Day War, who seeks to uncover what happened to her younger sister, Nur. Decades after her death, the possibility of finding her sister becomes within reach, leading to an extraordinary story that explores memory, identity, loss and belonging.
Dine & Donate, a youth-led fundraising dinner, raised £3,220 in support of The Hanoon Foundation’s vital work.
The event was organised by Nadia Massoud and took place at Bone on Sunday 14 June 2026.
It brought together around 60 guests for an evening of food, fundraising and community support. The evening included dinner, short speeches and a raffle, with prizes generously donated by local businesses and supporters..
Funds were raised through ticket sales, raffle tickets and donations. All proceeds will support The Hanoon Foundation’s work in strengthening medical education and training opportunities for Palestinian medical students, graduates and healthcare professionals.
We are very grateful to Nadia for organising the event, and to everyone who attended, donated, purchased raffle tickets or contributed prizes.
Community-led fundraising events are a very important part of our work. They help us continue supporting medical education in Palestine through our partner institutions and contribute to long-term healthcare capacity.
Please see below for photos and videos from the event.
On Saturday 6 June 2026, a fundraising evening was held at Reference Point in London in support of The Hanoon Foundation’s work furthering medical education and training in Palestine.
The evening brought people together for a programme of sharing, remembering, dancing and celebrating. It included a panel discussion and live DJ set exploring Palestinian wedding music, with a special focus on the legacy of Shafiq Kabha, often described as the “Godfather of Palestinian Folktronica”.
Shafiq Kabha (1960–2013) was not simply a wedding singer or artist. He was an innovative cultural force whose music helped preserve and connect Palestinian communities across geographical divides, while also transforming Palestinian music for generations to come. Blending folklore and pop, drum and beat, mijwiz and keyboard, oud and bass, Shafiq developed a distinctive sound alongside fellow musicians from his village. With no formal training or institutional backing, but with passion and talent, he became a major musical and cultural figure, performing at hundreds of weddings each year and reaching audiences across Palestine and beyond.
The panel explored Shafiq Kabha’s legacy as experienced by Palestinians across the geographical divide, and how his work continues to shape Palestinian culture and musicians today. The discussion was followed by a Q&A and a live DJ set.
The event featured contributions from Manal Massalha, sociologist, visual ethnographer and cultural practitioner; Aser El Saqqa, creative director, festival producer, and founder and director of Arts Canteen; Khaled Dawas, consultant surgeon at UCLH, Associate Professor and Vice Chair of The Hanoon Foundation; and Jan Hooze, DJ, musician and Artistic Director of Trefpunt Festival in Ghent, Belgium.
We are delighted to share that the evening raised £1,199 in support of The Hanoon Foundation.
We would like to thank everyone who helped make the evening possible, especially Manal Massalha and Aser El Saqqa for organising such a special event, Reference Point for hosting the evening, and all the panellists, performers, attendees and donors who contributed to its success.
For nearly 30 years, The Hanoon Foundation, previously known as FQMS, has worked to support medical education and training in Palestine. This includes supporting Palestinian medical students, doctors and medical education institutions through partnerships in Palestine and the UK.
Every contribution helps us continue this work and support talented medical students in Palestine whose families are no longer able to cover their tuition fees.
Francis Crick Institute Staff Raise £3,020 in Support of the Hanoon Foundation
Staff members at the Francis Crick Institute in London organised a fundraiser on 23 April 2026 in support of the Hanoon Foundation, raising £3,020 for Palestinian medical education and training.
The initiative was organised by long-term supporters of Palestinian causes who wished to support the Hanoon Foundation’s work in medical education and healthcare training.
The Hanoon Foundation works to support Palestinian medical students and graduates through education, clinical training, and specialist development opportunities, helping strengthen the future of healthcare in Palestine.
We are deeply grateful to the organisers, donors, and everyone who contributed to this initiative. Their support plays an important role in enabling Palestinian medical students and graduates to continue their education and professional development despite the immense challenges they face.
We extend our sincere thanks to everyone involved for their generosity and solidarity.
In March 2026, Daniel Taktak completed a half marathon to raise funds in support of The Hanoon Foundation.
We are pleased to share that £3,476 was donated to The Hanoon Foundation. This contribution reflects both personal dedication and the generosity of everyone who supported this effort.
We are very grateful to Daniel for his commitment, and to all those who donated and supported along the way. Initiatives like this play an important role in enabling Palestinian medical students and graduates to continue their education and specialist training, contributing to advancing healthcare in Palestine.
We extend our sincere thanks to everyone involved.
Johnny Flynn and Lillie performed live at the Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, with the shows supporting medical education and training in Palestine in 2025.
Following the performances, remaining merchandise was made available through Johnny Flynn’s online store, with all profits donated to The Hanoon Foundation. The funds support the Foundation’s work in advancing medical education and training in Palestine through partnerships with partner institutions.
An initial £8,821.01 was raised and donated through this initiative. A further £1,507.50 has since been raised through merchandise sales, bringing the total to £10,328.51.
We are grateful to everyone involved in making this fundraising effort possible, including:
On 7 March 2026, Mr Nizar Awad completed a 25-mile fasting walk during Ramadan, covering the approximate length of the Gaza Strip, to raise funds for charitable causes.
The walk was undertaken while fasting, reflecting strong personal commitment and determination.
As part of this initiative, funds were raised for a number of organisations. We are very grateful to share that £3,550 was donated to The Hanoon Foundation.
This generous contribution will support our work in enabling medical students to continue their education through partnerships with partner institutions.
We are sincerely grateful to Mr Awad for his efforts and support. Initiatives like this play an important role in helping students continue their studies.
Manal, Murat, and their local community in Clapton hosted a fundraising Iftar (breaking of the fast) on Sunday 15 March 2026 in support of The Hanoon Foundation. The event also took place on Mother’s Day, adding a special sense of community and appreciation to the evening.
The evening brought together a diverse, multigenerational group of over 100 attendees, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoyed delicious homemade Palestinian dishes, alongside live music from talented musicians including Jack Yglesias, Johnny Flynn, and other guest performers.
The event was made possible through the efforts of a dedicated group of volunteers, as well as the support of local businesses and the wider community, who came together to cook, organise, and host the evening.
Held during the month of Ramadan, the event reflected the values of generosity, compassion, and togetherness. It was a celebration of community, where food and music brought people together across backgrounds in support of a shared cause.
Donations are still coming in, and the event has raised £2,885 so far, which we have already received in donations.
We are very grateful to the organisers, volunteers, musicians, venue and everyone who attended and contributed. Your support plays an important role in helping students continue their medical education.
