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Arbaeen 2026 – In Memory of Innocent Children

Every Child Deserves a Future. A peaceful public memorial and awareness event in the heart of London honouring innocent children whose lives have been lost to war, violence and injustice.

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Arbaeen 2026 memorial artwork honouring children affected by conflict
DateSunday, 9 August 2026
Time12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
LocationMarble Arch, London W1H 7DX

About this past event

Inspired by the story of Imam Hussain (AS) and six-month-old Ali Asghar (AS), this gathering reminds us that the suffering of innocent children is not confined to history. We remember every child whose life has been taken by conflict, regardless of nationality, ethnicity or religion. Children should never be the victims of war.

Our mission

DDPPLUS creates educational, cultural and humanitarian events that give a voice to people who are often unheard. Through exhibitions, documentary, photography, art, community events and media production, we raise awareness, promote peace and preserve stories that should never be forgotten.

What happened

  • Memorial installation
  • Educational displays
  • Speeches and community reflections
  • Photography and documentary filming
  • Interviews and public engagement
  • Children's remembrance tribute
  • Peaceful community gathering

Keeping the campaign moving

The Arbaeen Memorial 2026 has now taken place, but the message continues. DDPPLUS will carry this campaign into future public events and national marches in London, continuing to speak up for innocent children and keep their stories visible.

Please support this work through our GoFundMe campaign as much as you can. Every contribution helps us continue awareness, education, community events and peaceful public action.

Together we remember. Together we raise our voices.

Event media gallery

Photographs from the memorial stand and the Arbaeen procession at Marble Arch. Select an image to view it at full size.

The DDPPLUS remembrance and awareness stand at Marble Arch.Open imageVolunteers and community members gathered at the memorial stand.Open imageThe full memorial display and children’s remembrance tribute.Open imagePrinted campaign materials and remembrance cards.Open imageCampaign books, educational materials and children’s activity packs.Open imageVisitors learning more about the campaign at the stand.Open imageCommunity conversation and campaign resources beneath the memorial butterflies.Open imageBackpacks, toys and children’s items gathered for remembrance.Open imageVolunteers sharing campaign information with visitors.Open imageWildflower seed packets prepared for the We Bear Witness campaign.Open imageProject 168+ colouring packs displayed at the event.Open imageMinab 168 campaign badges and creative materials.Open imageFrom Karbala to Gaza, the story is the same campaign leaflet.Open imageCampaign posters calling for humanity and an end to killing children.Open imageArbaeen procession symbols carried through London.Open imageA busy Arbaeen gathering with the ceremonial alam in view.Open imageA black remembrance flag raised beside the procession.Open imageThe Arbaeen procession moving through central London.Open imageVisitors gathered around the decorated ceremonial structure.Open imageA close view of the Arbaeen ceremonial structure and procession.Open image
Brave Little Sakina illustrated colour book, shown open with its decorated cover
A gift of remembrance

Brave Little Sakina

An illustrated colour book created for children and families, sharing a gentle story of courage, kindness and remembrance.

This book was shared at the Arbaeen Memorial 2026 event as part of the campaign’s remembrance and educational work.

Illustrations by Hasan Kazmi
hasankaz@hotmail.comHasan@pix5.uk
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Arbaeen 2026 – In Memory of Innocent Children — DDPPLUS