CAIR-Chicago opposes University and Congressional attacks on non-violent freedom of speech and assembly
Read MoreOn Thursday morning, the Executive Director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations in Chicago spoke out about local encampments
Read MoreCHICAGO (WLS) - As pro-Palestinian protests continue at campuses across the country, some Chicago-area organizers are pushing back on antisemitism accusations.
Read MoreCAIR-Chicago joined hosted a press conference Thursday afternoon saying they stand in solidarity with the anti-war demonstrators protesting Israel’s war on Gaza.
CAIR Executive director Ahmed Rehab said the organizations stands with the peaceful, nonviolent movements for peace and justice for Palestinians and everyone else.
Read MoreCHICAGO — Northwestern University is facing at least two lawsuits and several resignations in the wake of its agreement with pro-Palestinian protestors to end the encampment on campus.
Paz, a student organizer of Northwestern University’s chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace, speaks about her positive time at the encampments.
Read More(CHICAGO, IL, 5/1/2024) – On Thursday, May 2, the Chicago Office of the Council of American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the largest civil rights and advocacy organization in the nation, will hold a press conference today with local Chicago university student leaders involved in organizing Palestinian solidarity demonstrations to discuss ongoing students protests and encampments and react to new "antisemitism" congressional bill chilling freedom of speech in this country.
Read More(CHICAGO, IL, 4/25/2024) - Executive Director of CAIR-Chicago, Ahmed Rehab, joined panelists at University of Chicago Institute of Politics to explore the complex, shifting landscape of free speech in today's digital age.
In an era where voices claim to be censored, canceled, and deplatformed, questions arise about the boundaries and protections of free expression.
Read MoreHear from legal and other subject matter experts about your rights and impactful protests.
TUNE IN TO LEARN ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS AS A STUDENT PROTESTING AND ADVOCATING FOR PALESTINE ON YOUR COLLEGE CAMPUS
Read MoreCAIR-Chicago is seeking a dynamic and proactive Media Relations Communication Coordinator to join our team.
Read MoreCAIR-Chicago is seeking a dynamic and proactive Media Relations Communication Coordinator to join our team.
Read MoreFrom the bottom of our hearts, CAIR-Chicago wishes you and your loved ones the most blessed Eid; and we pray for the freedom and vindication of our oppressed.
Read MoreThe CAIR-Chicago family extends our warmest wishes for blessings and peace to you and your loved ones. In these challenging times, may you find solace and strength in your spiritual journey.
Read MoreJoin us for a thought-provoking discussion on the complexities of free speech in today's digital age. In an era where voices claim to be censored, canceled, and deplatformed, questions arise about the boundaries and protections of free expression.
Read MoreA Recent VIRAL Video of the FBI visiting the home of an American Muslim woman in Oklahoma has the whole country talking. In it, the agents can be seen questioning the woman over her social media posts supporting Palestine and criticizing Israel, going so far as to admit that "Facebook sent them two screenshots."
Read MoreWhether standing with the family of our little martyr Wadea and making sure they are taken care of and that his story shakes up the world, or standing up with Jinan Chehade and all those fired for speaking the truth even if it means suing the city's largest law firm, or standing with the families of Gaza to make sure their stories are heard in every living room, and at every elected office, CAIR-Chicago is committed to defending and empowering us.
Read MoreAn Afghan asylum seeker aided the US forces in their fight against terrorism before seeking asylum in the US in 2018. However, his application faced delays and only got approved in November 2023 after legal action was taken against the US Department of Homeland Security.
Read MoreRecap of CAIR-Chicago's Taste of Ramadan iftar event last Thursday, full of delicious food and out beautiful community.
Read MoreCAIR-Chicago, a leading Muslim advocacy nonprofit group, connected the late-year surge to the domestic fallout from Israel’s attacks on Gaza and the subsequent lop-sides media coverage and political statements.
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