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For Muslim individuals in the United States, marriage is one of the most popular and discussed topics in mainstream circles. It is an important milestone in many people’s lives. It is also a unique experience that must be well prepared for – just as one would prepare for anything else. Salma Abugideiri and Imam Mohamed …

“Before You Tie the Knot” by Mohamed Magid and Salma Abugideiri: A Muslim Couple Staple Read More »

Cynthia Chazen of the Stigma Free Zone News of New Jersey reported on a recent initiative. It brought together leaders from a variety of communities to discuss mental health. An event named “Interfaith Roundtable on Mental Health Awareness” was sponsored by the Pastoral Care Team, Central Unitarian Church in Paramus. There, Habehh Habehh advocated for …

Mohamad Habehh and Other Faith Leaders: United for Mental Health Read More »

The US Council of Muslim Organizations is a member organization of Majlis Ash-Shura, the Islamic Leadership Council of New York. ILC-NY’s 30th Anniversary Banquet brought together organizations and individuals that serve the Muslim community, for a night of reflection and fundraising. Oussama Jammal Speaks at ILC-NY 30th Anniversary Banquet. 450 guest attendees were present at …

USCMO Secretary General Oussama Jammal Speaks at ILC-NY 30th Anniversary Banquet Read More »

The Middle East Eye recently featured a number of Arab Americans. They have taken to the streets to protest the murder of George Floyd. According to the New York Times, half a million people came out in nearly 500 places across the United States on that single day. The protests brought people together in the …

Palestinian Activist Taher Herzallah on Solidarity with Black Americans Read More »

The Smithsonian held an exhibit “in recognition of one of the world’s extraordinary collections of Qur’ans.” Smithsonian Features Magid in Exhibit. and Islamic. This was the first of its kind in the United States. It featured manuscripts from Herat to Istanbul. It shed light on the  physical beauty of these Qurans, in calligraphy and book …

The Smithsonian Features Mohamed Magid in Quranic Treasures Exhibit Read More »

In a livestream hosted by Muslim Ummah of North America (MUNA), Imam Siraj Wahhaj spoke on the issue of systemic racism within the United States that Black Americans face regularly. Siraj Wahhaj,was covered extensively by the Wall Street Journal in 2003. Imam Siraj Wahhaj Speaks on Systemic Racism in the U.S.He is no stranger to …

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Hossam Gamea expresses his condemnation of the Christchurch incident. Over 5,000 people of various religious and ethnic backgrounds attended the United Against Islamophobia rally in Times Square, NY in support of the victims of the Christchurch shootings. The incident occurred in New Zealand a little over a week ago. Hossam Gamea condemns Christchurch. The rally …

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American Muslims for Palestine recently endorsed the Countering CUFI: Invest in Justice campaign by Friends of Sabeel North America (FOSNA). AMP Associate Director Taher Herzallah speaks at FOSNA. FOSNA is a non-profit, tax-exempt Christian ecumenical organization. They seek justice and peace in the Holy Land through nonviolence advocacy and education. Furthermore, Graylan Hagnler, Allison Tanner, …

AMP Associate Director Taher Herzallah to Speak at FOSNA Read More »

On June 17th, 2020, American Muslims for Palestine (AMP) launched their monthly webinar series #LetsTalkBLM. This features prominent Black leaders and activists sharing and socio-political perspectives. This series also explores practical solutions to building a “just and anti-racist society.” AMP, among other Palestinian organizations, has demonstrated a commitment to educating its constituents. They discuss the …

Mohamad Habehh: AMP and BLM Read More »