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CAIR suggests mosques and other Islamic institutions take measures outlined in its "Best Practices for Mosque and Community Safety" booklet. Advice offered in CAIR’s security publication is applicable to all institutions, regardless of organizational mission The booklet may be viewed at: https://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net...

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CAIR-Cincinnati to Announce EEOC Complaints Against DHL for Firing 24 Muslim Workers Over Prayers http://www.cair.com/press-center/pres...

(WASHINGTON, D.C., 7/2/19) – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) today released the latest “CAIR Snapshots” video highlighting a quarter century of “empowering, educating and defending the American Muslim community.” #CAIRSnapshots Today’s snapshot features CAIR’s first advocacy campaign in 1994 challenging Islamophobic stereotypes in the movie “True Lies.” #CAIRSnapshots Video: CAIR’s First Advocacy Campaign Challenges Islamophobic Stereotypes in Movie ‘True Lies’ https://youtu.be/_1RijPHAYWQ The #CAIRSnapshots campaign is just one of many activities and initiatives leading up to CAIR’s 25th anniversary gala in Washington, D.C., on November 9. SEE: CAIR’S 25th Annual Gala https://www.cair.com/25th_anniversary... CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims. La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos. END CONTACT: CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, ihooper@cair.com

Muslim and civil rights groups are speaking out against the most recent reports of Islamophobia in the Federal Bureau of Investigation. In a press conference outside FBI headquarters in Washington DC, speakers laid out their grievances. Most recently, reports have found the FBI hiring agents for its counterterrorism training program who had a history of making Islamophobic comments. Remarks in training sessions include stating al-Qaeda isn't the security threat but Islam itself, calling the Prophet Muhammad a "cult leader", and alleging that zakat or required Islamic charity giving is a "funding mechanism for combat". Previous complaints about Islamophobic trainers have met with little success. Speakers are demanding a Congressional investigation into prejudicial elements within the FBI as well as other abuses. Last week, the Council on American-Islamic Relations sent a letter to FBI Director Robert Mueller addressing its concerns but has yet to receive a response. Since 9/11, Islamophobia within law enforcement has becoming a growing trend, especially in the past few years, leading to fears that it will, in time, become an institutionalized norm.

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WASHINGTON, April 19, 2013 / -- Representatives of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) today joined other leaders from the national and Washington-area Muslim community at a news conference in Washington, D.C., to state that Americans will remain united in face of developments in the Boston Marathon bombings that include the naming of suspects who are reportedly Muslim. SEE: U.S. Muslim Leaders Condemn Boston Terror Attack (USA Today) http://tinyurl.com/d2lgmj Local, National Muslim Groups Condemn Bombings http://tinyurl.com/cbvejg8 Organizations represented at the news conference included: (In alphabetical order.) • Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) • Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) • Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) • Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) • Masjid Muhammad (Washington, D.C.) In his prepared statement at the National Press Club news conference, CAIR National Executive Director Nihad Awad said: "Americans are united today in condemning terrorism and in the conviction that those responsible for the terrorist attacks in Boston must face justice. This cowardly attack resulted in the murders of an eight-year-old-boy and two women, and the wounding of many others. As God tells us in the Quran, if you murder one person, it is as if you murdered all of humanity. "While we are outraged at the terrorists, we have been inspired by the unity of Americans of all backgrounds. We are a resilient people. Now that we know the identity of the perpetrators, this unity is ever more important. "We will show the terrorists that their plan to sow division and distrust has failed. People of goodwill are not afraid. America will stay united. We will not turn on each other in the acts of false vengeance we have witnessed after other tragedies in the past. "American Muslims thank law enforcement for their diligent efforts to protect all our nation's citizens. We send our sincere condolences to the loved ones of the MIT police officer killed overnight and our prayers are with the law enforcement official who was wounded. "We reiterate the American Muslim community's consistent condemnation of terrorism in all its forms." SEE: CAIR's Condemnation of Terrorism https://www.cair.com/about-us/cair-s-... CAIR is also urging Muslim individuals and Islamic institutions to review advice on security procedures contained in its "Muslim Community Safety Kit." SEE: CAIR Muslim Community Safety Kit http://www.cair.com/american-muslims/... MA: Muslim Woman Attacked by Man Accusing Muslims of Marathon Bombings http://tinyurl.com/bnzwyrv CAIR: U.S. Muslims Mobilize to Prevent Boston Backlash http://tinyurl.com/cd4cweo CAIR is America's largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance the understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding. Become a Fan of CAIR on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/CAIRNational Subscribe to CAIR's E-Mail List http://tinyurl.com/cairsubscribe Subscribe to CAIR's Twitter Feed http://twitter.com/cairnational Subscribe to CAIR's YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/cairtv CONTACT: CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper , 202-744-7726, E-Mail: ihooper@cair.com

(WASHINGTON, D.C., 6/5/12) -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) -- in partnership with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Amnesty International, the National Religious Campaign Against Torture, and some 20 other religious, human and civil rights organizations -- invites you to join the rally against torture on June 24 in Washington, D.C. The June 24 rally is part of a national week of action in Torture Awareness Month, which includes June 26 as International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. CAIR is asking you to join us in a week of action to demonstrate to our elected officials that Americans say no to torture and other human rights violations. Video: Rally Against Torture June 24th in Washington, D.C. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PyhwB... To Register Online: National Week of Action -- June 2012 www.nrcat.org/june24 Friday, June 22: National Call-in Day to the White House & Congress Call on President Obama and members of Congress to: 1. Uphold the absolute ban on torture and other cruel and unusual punishments. 2. Close the Guantanamo Bay detention camp. 3. End indefinite detention and military commissions. 4. Repeal Sections 1021 and 1022 of the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act. 5. Release -- with as few redactions as possible -- the Senate Intelligence Committee report on CIA torture. June 24: DC March Against Torture, Guantanamo & NDAA - Coalition Demonstration WHEN: 1 to 2:30 p.m. WHERE: Gather at the Capitol Reflecting Pool to march to the White House To sign up, go to: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/june24dc Download the Flyer: http://www.nrcat.org/storage/nrcat/do... June 26: International Day in Support of Victims of Torture Day of Vigils across the USA Register a vigil in your community http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/june26v... Vigil Toolkit: Download a Toolkit for Local Organizers http://www.nrcat.org/storage/nrcat/do... June 26: National Tweet-in Day to Congress & the White House (more details soon) PARTICIPATING GROUPS INCLUDE: Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), Amnesty International, National Religious Campaign Against Torture, Witness Against Torture, America Come Home, American Civil Liberties Union, Anti-War.com, Bellevue/NYU Center for Survivors of Torture, Bill of Rights Defense Committee, Center for Constitutional Rights, Center for Victims of Torture, CODEPINK, Dorothy Day Catholic Worker, Liberty Coalition, Midwest Antiwar Mobilization, NC Stop Torture Now, Pax Christi USA, PEN American Center, Physicians for Human Rights, Rabbis for Human Rights-North America, Refuge Media Project, September 11th Families for Peaceful Tomorrows, Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition, United Nations Association - USA East Bay Chapter, Voices for Creative Nonviolence, WarIsACrime.org, War Criminals Watch, World Can't Wait

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Past events have been sold out, no tickets are sold at the door -- so register TODAY to reserve your place (WASHINGTON, D.C., 10/9/17) -- Azhar Azeez, president of the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), will be a keynote speaker at CAIR’s 23rd annual banquet on Saturday, October 28, at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington, Va. In past years, the banquet has sold out. No tickets will be sold at the door, so register TODAY to reserve your place. TO REGISTER, GO TO: https://www.cair.com/banquet/ With the theme “Living Our Faith: Defending Freedom,” CAIR's 23rd Annual Banquet will feature a number of other nationally-known speakers and awardees, including: • Imam Suhaib Webb, Islamic Scholar and Community Leader • Arizona U.S. Senate Candidate Deedra Abboud • Abdul El-Sayed, 2018 Candidate for Governor of Michigan Banquet attendees will also be entertained by comedian Jeremy McLellan, will meet the winners of CAIR’s annual awards and will hear from the surviving hero and from relatives of the two men who gave their lives in defense of others in Oregon. Video: CAIR to Honor the Heroes Who Defended Muslim Youth in Oregon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TC3vQ... Individual tickets cost $65. Reserve a Table(s) of 10: Banquet tables for a family, business, mosque, or other group, can be reserved by calling 202-742-6454 or by emailing events@cair.com. Space in the program book is available for advertisements to reach all banquet attendees. Email events@cair.com for a sponsorship form.

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A portrayal of the anger in America on the cusp of the 2012 Presidential elections: where does it come from, what shapes it, who is leading it, and where will it take us all? Episode 1: The Fire Within On CBC-TV, October, 18th 9pm On CBC News Network Saturday October, 20th 11pm ET SEE: http://angerinamerica.cbc.ca/document...

(ANNAPOLIS, MD, 2/22/2013) - The Maryland chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MD) testified yesterday at a hearing before Chairman Hammen and Ranking Member Elliott of the Maryland General Assembly's Health & Government Operations Committee in support of the Maryland Liberty Preservation Act of 2013 (H.B. 0558), which would prohibit any state agency or employee from aiding in the detention of a person in accordance with what many say are unconstitutional provisions of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). SEE: CAIR-MD Testimony http://md.cair.com/resource/cairmd_te... Maryland Liberty Preservation Act of 2013 http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2013RS/bil... Signed into law on December 31, 2011, sections 1021 and 1022 of the NDAA authorize the U.S. military to carry out domestic anti-terrorism operations and indefinitely detain suspects -- including American citizens on U.S. soil -without formal charges or hearing. CAIR Fact Sheet: Repeal Sections 1021 & 1022 of the NDAA http://tinyurl.com/7tyy2gq "These controversial provisions deny due process of law and violate the rights, freedoms and values that define our country," said CAIR-MD Vice President Zainab Chaudry. "They also make a mockery of checks and balances set in place to limit powers of any one branch of the government. For the U.S. military to authorize indefinite detention of Americans based solely on suspicion, especially without trial or knowledge of charges being levied against them, is unlawful and unconstitutional." Dr. Mudasar Raza, who offered CAIR's testimony at the hearing, pointed out that the U.S. Constitution already provides necessary tools to safeguard Americans against foreign and domestic threats. He also commended Delegate Dwyer for introducing the Maryland Liberty Preservation Act and strongly urged state legislators to protect the civil liberties of Maryland residents by approving the act without delay. CAIR is America's largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance the understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding. Become a Fan of CAIR on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/CAIRNational Subscribe to CAIR's E-Mail List http://tinyurl.com/cairsubscribe Subscribe to CAIR's Twitter Feed http://twitter.com/cairnational Subscribe to CAIR's YouTube Channel http://www.youtube.com/cairtv - END -- CONTACT: CAIR-MD Government Relations Director Saqib Ali, (301) 660-7640, E-Mail: sali@cair.com; CAIR-MD President Dr. Mudasar Raza, (301) 660-7640, E-Mail: mraza@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, (202) 744-7726, E-Mail: ihooper@cair.com