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Community Update: Settlement reached for Irshad Learning Center
On Tuesday, June 25, the County announced its agreement to a monetary settlement of $445,000 with CAIR-Chicago's client, the Irshad Learning Center.
Naperville Sun: Settlement reached concerning Islamic center near Naperville
The DuPage County Board has reached a $445,000 settlement with the Irshad Learning Center.
Daily Herald: DuPage reverses itself, approves Islamic prayer center
In light of the success of CAIR-Chicago's case against DuPage County on behalf of the Irshad Learning Center, the County Board on Tuesday reversed its position and approved plans for an Islamic prayer center near West Chicago.
RSVP for CAIR-Chicago's 5th Annual "Taste of Ramadan" Iftar
RSVP and join CAIR-Chicago for its festive "Taste of Ramadan" iftar on July 17th, 2013.
CAIR-Chicago attends press conference for Chicago City Council Asian American Caucus [PHOTOS]
On Wednesday, June 26, CAIR-Chicago staff, law clerks, and interns attended the first Chicago City Council Asian American Caucus press conference at city hall.
Office of the Governor hosts workshop on jobs with Illinois government
The Office of the Governor is presenting an informational workshop that will focus on how to get a job with the state of Illinois on June 26th.
OnIslam: US Faiths Demand Immigration Reform
CAIR-Chicago executive director Ahmed Rehab stands with other faith leaders to voice support for immigration reform.
North by Northwestern: Muslim Americans still facing discrimination
CAIR-Chicago Communications Coordinator Maryam Arain shares her thoughts on issues of discrimination and Islamophobia with a Northwestern student.
Daily Herald: DuPage County Board to vote to end legal dispute with Islamic group
Kevin Vodak, CAIR-Chicago's Litigation Director, defends the Irshad Learning Center near Naperville and aims to help them restore the center with a conditional-use permit.
Film screening and panel discussion on June 15
On Saturday, June 15, CAIR-Chicago, IMAN, and IHC are sponsoring a film screening and panel discussion of "Islamic Art: Mirror of the Invisible World," a documentary film narrated by Susan Sarandon.
IT consultants needed!
If you have experience with website development or database design and want to volunteer for a great cause, contact us today!
Donate your car to CAIR-Chicago!
Cars4Causes is collaborating with CAIR-Chicago for a vehicle donation program. Help CAIR-Chicago fight bigotry by donating your car today!
Winter-Spring 2013 Intern Class graduates! [PHOTOS]
CAIR-Chicago would again like to thank and congratulate its Winter-Spring 2013 interns for being a spirited, dedicated, and driven team of budding professional activists.
OnIslam: Illinois Muslims Welcome Neighbors
CAIR-Chicago's Outreach Coordinator Gerald Hankerson joined the Elgin community at an event themed "Who is my Muslim neighbor?" on Sunday, May 19th.
Ani News: B'day cards showing Muslim terrorist dolls threatening to blow up raises stink in US
A recent birthday card depicting a Muslim doll as a terrorist caught the attention of CAIR-Chicago's Executive Director, Ahmed Rehab.
RT America: Greeting Card company converts child toy into 'terrorist' [VIDEO]
RT America interviews CAIR-Chicago's Ahmed Rehab for his perspective on the greeting card that features a young Muslim doll as a terrorist threat.
CAIR-Chicago co-sponsors event on colonialism in Puerto Rico and Palestine on May 13th
On Monday, May 13th, CAIR-Chicago is co-sponsoring an event aimed at highlighting the similarities between the experiences and struggles of Puerto Ricans and Palestinians in their movements for independence.
Meet our new staff members!
CAIR-Chicago proudly welcomes two new staff members to our team. Meet our new Communications Coordinator, Maryam Arain and Volunteer Attorney, Tarek Khalil.