Fatima Barkatulla began studying Arabic and Islamic law in Egypt at Al Azhar University and is currently a lecturer for iERA (The Islamic Education & Research Academy). Barkatulla has written for the The Times as well as contributed to Times Online’s Faith section on topics promoting understanding Islam from an Orthodox perspective.

She has also contributed to numerous Muslim publications and is currently a columnist for Sisters Magazine. She has contributed to many documentaries and live shows including for the BBC, Islam Channel, BBC Radio 4 and other local radio stations. She presents the annual ‘Ask about Islam’ show on Ramadan Radio.