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Muslim Author and Book Feature: “9 Myths About Muslim Charities: Stories from the Zakat Foundation of America” by Halil Demir

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Fear and mistrust shroud Muslim charities within American society. This situation is neither natural nor accidental, and rather founded by Islamophobic policy in America’s legal, political, economic, and social systems. Widespread Islamophobia is exploited by those who seek to strengthen anti-Islam laws and tactics in the nonprofit sector. Halil Demir wrote the book “9 Myths

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Ummatics First Inaugural Conference in Istanbul, Turkey

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What is Ummatics? Ummatics is an organization that focuses on the collective affairs of the Umma,  which refers to the community of Muslims. It can be understood as similar to “politics” for a city-state or nation-state. However, in contrast to the common understanding of politics, Ummatics is concerned with upholding the divine message. It’s goal

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“Empowering Communities : The Work of A Continuous Charity”

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A Continuous Charity: How Islamic Student Loans Empower Students to Build a Better Future A Continuous Charity (ACC) is a non-profit organization that aims to provide interest-free microfinance loans to individuals and families in need. Established in 2010, ACC is committed to helping people achieve self-sufficiency. They help provide them with the necessary funds to

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Dr. Jonathan Brown and Dr. Abdullah Hamid Ali On “Slavery and Islam: What is Slavery?”

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Dr. Jonathan Brown and Dr. Abdullah Hamid Ali discuss the complexity of defining slavery in different historical and political contexts in their paper published by Yaqeen Institute:  “Slavery and Islam: What is Slavery?” This piece interrogates assumptions about slavery by presenting different historical examples. It begins by exploring the definition of slavery. The authors assert

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Helping Hand for Relief and Development Healthcare and Nutrition Programs

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Helping Hand for Relief and Development‘s Healthcare and Nutrition Programs are aimed at providing vital services to vulnerable populations in various countries. Here are some key aspects of these programs: HHRD’s Work in Prevention of Blindness:  Helping Hand for Relief and Development addresses the issue of cataracts, which affects a staggering 94 million people worldwide.

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Hillside Islamic Center, Jamaica Muslim Center, and Masjid At-Taqwa Receive Community Achievement Award from Zakat Foundation

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The Zakat Foundation of America awarded the Community Achievement Award to 25 organizations in New York. These organizations were recognized for their exceptional contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic and global natural disasters. The event, called ‘Quran Night and Community Achievement Award,’ was held at the Hillside Islamic Center. Imran Ansary and Ibrahim Aldardaswi presented the

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Ayah Ziyadeh on Organizing Nakba 75 Event on Capitol Hill: A Testament to Resilience and Advocacy for Palestinian Rights

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In an op-ed article published on Al-Jazeera titled “Change is coming to Capitol Hill and Israel won’t like it” by Ayah Ziyadeh, Advocacy Director with American Muslims for Palestine (AMP) and Americans for Justice in Palestine Action (AJP Action), the author reflects on the historic 75th Commemoration of the Nakba event that took place in

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Islamic Circle of North America Conducts Survey on Family Values and Gender Roles

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On May 27, 2023 the Islamic Circle of North America kicked off its 48th annual ICNA Convention at the Baltimore Convention Center in Maryland. There was an estimated 20,000 attendees. ICNA, an American grassroots umbrella organization, represents diverse Muslim American individuals and organizations of all ages, ethnicities, and socioeconomic statuses. According to their vision statement,

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Helping Hand for Relief and Development: Empowering Communities, Transforming Lives

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Helping Hand for Relief and Development (HHRD) is a global humanitarian relief and development organization driven by compassion and commitment to alleviate human suffering in emergency and disaster situations worldwide. Through their unwavering dedication and diverse partnerships, HHRD has championed various causes, making a tangible impact on the lives of countless individuals. This article highlights

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Osama Abuirshaid, Wesam Ahmed, and Rawan Damen speak on Nakba’s 75 Anniversary

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This webinar delves into the historical events preceding the Nakba and exposes Zionist myths. Dr. Osama Abuirshaid, Wesam Ahmed, and Rawan Damen focus on these topics. They shed light on the complexities of the Palestinian struggle for justice and liberation. It also offers guidance on utilizing social media for activism. It also addresses Israeli accountability

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