Thousands of attendees gather inside one of the main marquees at Jalsa Salana UK for speeches and discussions during the three-day convention. (Image: Ahmadiyya Muslim Community)A family tradition spanning generationsMr Ahmad, who is a member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, said he has attended the convention since childhood. He said she is particularly passionate about ensuring Muslim women are able to tell their own stories. Mr Ahmad explained: "She feels that often people speak about Muslim women, rather than Muslim women speaking for themselves." The opening ceremony at Jalsa Salana UK includes the raising of flags as delegates and guests gather at the convention site near Alton.