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VIDEO: A vigil in dedication to the fallen heroes of Syria
On June 13th, CAIR-Chicago held a candlelight vigil in downtown Chicago to express solidarity and honor all those who have lost their lives or are suffering in Syria.
Gerald Hankerson to speak at "Youth Power: A Story Slam" - Tuesday, June 19
Join CAIR-Chicago's Outreach Coordinator Gerald Hankerson who will speak at "Youth Power: A Story Slam" this Tuesday. Hankerson will discuss his role as a community organizer and activist.
Gerald Hankerson to speak at "Youth Power: A Story Slam" - Tuesday, June 19
Join CAIR-Chicago's Outreach Coordinator Gerald Hankerson who will speak at "Youth Power: A Story Slam" this Tuesday. Hankerson will discuss his role as a community organizer and activist.
ACTION ALERT: Candlelight vigil for Syria tomorrow night - Wednesday
Join us at a candle light vigil for Syria tomorrow. To date, 13,000 have been killed, with as many as 100 or more dying every day. Many among the slain are women and children. The purpose of the candle light vigil is to express solidarity with the people of Syria and raise awareness locally about the need for the world to end its silence and help end the bloodshed.
CAIR-Chicago 2012 Summer Internship Orientation a success!
For summer 2012, all departments of CAIR-Chicago were together for an organization-wide internship orientation. Each season, CAIR-Chicago offers internships within its communications, civil rights, government affairs, operations, outreach and executive departments.
Aqsa School Students critique media portrayals of Islam
On May 30th, 2012, students from Aqsa School in Bridgeview participated in an activist-oriented media monitoring training at CAIR-Chicago.
Staff Attorney Rabya Khan presents "Know Your Rights" training on June 3rd
On June 3rd, 2012, CAIR-Chicago Staff Attorney Rabya Khan will be presenting a "Know Your Rights" training at the MSI Masjid in Glendale Heights, IL.
Staff Attorney Rabya Khan presents "Know Your Rights" training on June 3rd
On June 3rd, 2012, CAIR-Chicago Staff Attorney Rabya Khan will be presenting a "Know Your Rights" training at the MSI Masjid in Glendale Heights, IL.
Post-9/11 Targeting of Muslims: Naming the Victims, Naming the Repression - May 17th
Join CAIR-Chicago at 7 p.m. on Thursday at St. Luke's Lutheran Church of Logan Square for a presentation by Lynne Jackson, co-founder of Project SALAM (Support and Legal Advocacy for Muslims). Jackson will discuss the tactics used in preemptive prosecution, through examples of several cases already prosecuted in the federal courts; SAMs and solitary confinement; and identify the effects of isolation, excessive sentences, and CMUs on prisoners and their families.
An Evening on Islam and Muslims in Indonesia and Malaysia - May 16th
Professor Wan Mohd Nor Wan Daud will highlight new developments within the regions and discuss Indonesian and Malaysian cultures and traditions.
Leila Ahmed's "The Quiet Revolution: The Veil's Resurgence, from the Middle East to America"
As part of the Sawyer Seminar Lecture Series at University of Chicago, Dr. Leila Ahmed of the Divinity School at Harvard gave a talk on May 7th, 2012 on her newest book, "A Quiet Revolution: The Veil's Resurgence, from the Middle East to America."
Leila Ahmed's "The Quiet Revolution: The Veil's Resurgence, from the Middle East to America"
As part of the Sawyer Seminar Lecture Series at University of Chicago, Dr. Leila Ahmed of the Divinity School at Harvard gave a talk on May 7th, 2012 on her newest book, "A Quiet Revolution: The Veil's Resurgence, from the Middle East to America."
Event recap: M. Salahuddin Khan presents "America, Afghanistan, and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship"
On May 3, 2012, CAIR-Chicago hosted author and political expert M. Salahuddin Khan, who presented a speech entitled, “America, Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship.”
Event recap: M. Salahuddin Khan presents "America, Afghanistan, and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship"
On May 3, 2012, CAIR-Chicago hosted author and political expert M. Salahuddin Khan, who presented a speech entitled, “America, Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship.”
Ahmed Rehab to speak at human rights demonstration - Sat. April 28th
CAIR-Chicago Executive Director Ahmed Rehab will be speaking at Amnesty International's annual Get On The Bus for Human Rights demonstration this Saturday.
Outreach Coordinator presents Philippines Youth Leadership Program at NIU
CAIR-Chicago's Outreach Coordinator, Gerald Hankerson presented “Practical skills for transforming civil society; integrating faith, diversity and social action.” for PYLP on April 18th.
M. Salahuddin Khan presents "America, Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship" on May 3rd
On Thursday May 3rd, author and expert on American-Af-Pak issues M. Salahuddin Khan, will give a presentation called "America, Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship".
M. Salahuddin Khan presents "America, Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship" on May 3rd
On Thursday May 3rd, author and expert on American-Af-Pak issues M. Salahuddin Khan, will give a presentation called "America, Afghanistan and Pakistan: Pathology of a Relationship".
Ahmed Rehab to speak at North Park University's Multicultural Awards Banquet on April 20th
CAIR-Chicago's Executive Director, Ahmed Rehab, will be speaking at North Park University's 2012 Multicultural Awards Banquet where students will be awarded for their outstanding work for diversity, advocacy, and justice in various areas of academics, athletics, campus involvement, community service, and spirituality.
Ahmed Rehab to speak at North Park University's Multicultural Awards Banquet on April 20th
CAIR-Chicago's Executive Director, Ahmed Rehab, will be speaking at North Park University's 2012 Multicultural Awards Banquet where students will be awarded for their outstanding work for diversity, advocacy, and justice in various areas of academics, athletics, campus involvement, community service, and spirituality.
