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Hossam Gamea Deconstructs the Racist Myth of Overpopulation

We often, especially in the West, hear about the concept of overpopulation. Especially in a time like now. There are severe consequences of climate change that are apparent in the exacerbated wild fires across the West Coast. Many are turning to question the amount of resource consumption and waste emission per population. Many have even…

Civil Rights

Taher Herzallah Hosts Episode 2 of AMP’s #LetsTalkBLM

Earlier this summer, American Muslims for Palestine launched a new webinar series titled #LetsTalkBLM. It features Black scholars, activists, and gamechangers of all backgrounds to discuss Black liberation and resistance. Herzallah Hosts AMP’s #LetsTalkBLM. Furthermore, episode two was on “Resisting Racism in Real Time”. It was hosted by Taher Herzallah, the Director of Outreach for…

Faith & Culture

Imam Omar Suleiman Video Series on Prophet Ibrahim

This week marks the ten blessed days of dhul-hijjah in the Islamic tradition. This article discusses Omar Suleiman on Prophet Ibrahim. This is when Muslims undertake the holy pilgrimage of Hajj. Hajj has been limited this year due to COVID. However, a number of online resources have emerged and there are still many ways for…

Relief & Charity

Hossam Gamea and Muslim Non-Profits During COVID-19

COVID-19 rages across the country and hits several Americans economically. Many businesses find themselves in a bind to keep up their finances. In the wake of this fiasco non-profits especially suffer. This is a sector that already struggles with maintaining financial stability. While many depend on donations and fundraisers, non-profits were hanging by just a…

Faith & Culture

Mohamed Magid on Cultural Competence in our Mosques

In a lecture that has recently resurfaced Mohamed Magid speaks in discussion with Amam Ali, Habeeb Quadri, and Janaan Hashim. He spoke to a crowd at the Islamic Society of North America on the topic of re-imagining the mosque for the youth. Many Islamic centers continually discuss ways to engage the youth in the community.…

Faith & Culture

Mohamad Habehh’s Khutba on Justice in Islam

In September, the Dar al-Hijrah Islamic Center of Virginia hosted Mohamad Habehh. Habehh is a renowned activist. His Friday khutba was on the topic of community building and learning from the examples of leaders and community members in the Quran. Hafidh Mohamad Habehh gave a sermon exploring the story of Talut and Jalut. Moreover, how…

Gaza & Palestine

Taher Herzallah: AMP to Host “Virtual Palestine Advocacy Day” 2020

American Muslims for Palestine is a “national education and grassroots-based organization. Moreover, is dedicated to educating the American public about Palestine and its rich cultural, historical and religious heritage.” AMP leader Herzallah, hosts Palestine Advocacy Day. Since 2015, AMP has held an annual Palestine Advocacy Day and Training weekend to educate activists, students, and leaders…

Education & Youth

Hossam Gamea Leads First Halal Lunch Program in NYC

Many Muslim youth in the United States grow up eating only halal food, and for the majority in public school. This means being limited to peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and the few vegetarian options from school lunches. Hossam Gamea leads a Halal Program. In New York, 38% of public-school students are Jewish and Muslim.…