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CAIR-Ohio Testifies Before the Ohio Redistricting Commission on Proposed Maps

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 09/16/2021) – On Thursday, Sept. 9, Sunday, Sept. 12, and Tuesday, Sept. 14, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) and Muslim community members testified before the Ohio Redistricting Commission on proposed maps in public hearings in Columbus and Dayton.

The Ohio Redistricting Commission hosted hearings in Dayon and Columbus to solicit public testimony on proposed maps submitted through the official redistricting process. On Thursday, September 9th, majority commission members proposed maps that seriously undermine constitutional requirements that direct the commission members to create maps that reflect the voting preferences of all Ohioans. The proposed maps would provide the GOP with 66% of Ohio legislature seats, despite the fact that they receive less than 55% of the statewide vote.

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Get Free Legal Help at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo’s International Festival

Facing problems? On Saturday, September 18, 2021 CAIR-Ohio will be offering free legal help to community members at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo’s Annual International Festival!

For questions contact CAIR-Ohio Staff Attorney Lina Abbaoui: labbaoui@cair.com | 614-982-0879.

If you are unable to make this event and would like to request legal help, feel free to call our office or use this online form.

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CAIR-Ohio Hosts Community Dinner with Clifton Mosque

(CINCINNATI, OHIO 09/16/2021) – On Sunday, September 12, 2021 the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) hosted a community dinner at Clifton Mosque in Cincinnati, Ohio. Community members shared dinner and conversation with the CAIR-Ohio team to learn more about CAIR-Ohio’s work.

Cincinnati community members met CAIR-Ohio Executive Director Romin Iqbal, as well as members of CAIR-Ohio’s outreach and legal teams. CAIR-Ohio publications such as guidebooks on religious accommodations in healthcare, educational, and workplace settings, Know Your Rights guides and more were available for community members to take home.

CAIR-Ohio will be co-hosting a community picnic with the Islamic Center of Mason (ICM) on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 5PM. Stay up to date with our events by following us on Facebook and Instagram.

If you have any questions or interest, contact CAIR-Ohio Outreach Director Amina Barhumi: abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557.

CAIR is America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR-Ohio has offices in Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland. CAIR-Ohio’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.

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Meet Our Summer Interns: Bilan Yakoub

Meet Bilan Yakoub from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!

As an organization that protects the civil liberties of American Muslims, we want to empower young Americans with the necessary skills to make a difference.

Contact Amina Barhumi at abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557 for questions or interest.

Visit our intern page here.

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Meet Our Summer Interns: Mariam Khan

Meet Mariam Khan from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!

As an organization that protects the civil liberties of American Muslims, we want to empower young Americans with the necessary skills to make a difference.

Contact Amina Barhumi at abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557 for questions or interest.

Visit our intern page here.

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CAIR-Ohio Denounces Ohio Redistricting Commission’s Proposed State Legislative Maps

Unconstitutional. Unacceptable. The Ohio Redistricting Commission’s proposed state legislative maps do not reflect Ohio voting preferences (55% republican, 45% democrat) and favor one political party, which goes against constitutional requirements. The maps crack apart communities of color, dividing our neighborhoods and pulling together parts of the state that don’t belong in the same districts.

TAKE ACTION

With less than a week until the constitutional deadline, the commission must allow the public to comment on the maps, but what they consider depends on  us! Public hearings are this coming Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. We need Ohio Muslims to show up and speak up. Even if you can’t make it in person, we’ll help you write and submit testimony.

Contact CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour at tdahbour@cair.com or 614-401-2920.

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The Family & Youth Institute’s 9/11 Educators’ Guide

CAIR-Ohio has been receiving calls from educators, and parents about the best way to navigate conversations specific to 9/11. The Family & Youth Institute has released their guides as this year marks the twentieth anniversary of September 11th. These guides help educators and parents support Muslim students as they navigate challenging conversations.

Click here for the FYI 9/11 Educators’ Guide.

Click here for the FYI 9/11 Parents’ Guide.

Contact CAIR-Ohio if your child is bullied or harassed or for any questions regarding navigating you or your children’s education around 9/11. Reach out to CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour: tdahbour@cair.com | (614) 401-2920.

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Join Us at Our Picnic With the Islamic Center of Mason!

CAIR-Ohio will be co-hosting a community picnic with the Islamic Center of Mason (ICM) on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 5PM! Free food will be provided! Bring your family to enjoy some good food and fun activities. We look forward to seeing you!

If you have any questions, contact CAIR-Ohio Outreach Director Amina Barhumi: abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557.

RSVP on Facebook here.

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Join Us at Our Cookout With Clifton Mosque!

CAIR-Ohio will be co-hosting a community cookout with Clifton Mosque on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at 4PM! Join us for some good food and conversation. We look forward to seeing you!

If you have any questions, contact CAIR-Ohio Outreach Director Amina Barhumi: abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557.

RSVP on Facebook here.

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The Family & Youth Institute’s 9/11 Parents’ Guide

The Family & Youth Institute: “This year marks the twentieth anniversary of September 11th. As parents, you may be concerned about what your children and teens may experience in schools and social circles during this upcoming anniversary. Fortunately, research on Muslim American youth shows that they don’t get negatively impacted when they experience Islamophobia if parents have supportive conversations with them. So your talks and open ears matter! In this original article, we discuss strategies to help your children cope and navigate this historical event.”
Click here for the FYI 9/11 Parents’ Guide.
Contact CAIR-Ohio for any questions or concerns regarding navigating you or your children’s education around 9/11. Reach out to CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour at tdahbour@cair.com or 614-401-2920.
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The Muslim Community Mobilizes Against Gerrymandering at Public Hearings Across the State

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 9/2/2021) – On Monday, August 23, Tuesday, August 24, and Wednesday, August 25, the Ohio Redistricting Commission held public hearings in Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. These meetings are part of a string of state-wide hearings to garner public input in the official redistricting process. CAIR-Ohio staff and Muslim community members testified in front of the commission to advocate for fair maps and proportional political representation.  

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CAIR-Ohio Hosts Voter Registration Drive at Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati on National Muslim Voter Registration Day

(CINCINNATI, OHIO 9/1/2021) – On Friday, Aug. 27, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) participated in National Muslim Voter Registration Day by hosting a voter registration drive at the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati.  

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CAIR-Ohio Hosts Community Dinner with Dayton Mercy Society

(DAYTON, OHIO 08/31/2021) – On Friday, Aug. 27, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) hosted a community dinner at the Dayton Mercy Society in Miamisburg, Ohio. Community members gathered for good food and conversation and learned about CAIR-Ohio’s work. 

Around 60 people attended the event and met CAIR-Ohio Executive Director Romin Iqbal, as well as members of CAIR-Ohio’s outreach and legal teams. CAIR-Ohio publications such as An Employer’s Guide to Islamic Religious Practices, Educator’s Guide, Healthcare Provider’s Guide, Know Your Rights guides and more were available for community members to take home. 

CAIR-Ohio will be hosting a community cookout at Clifton Mosque in Cincinnati on Sept. 12 and a community picnic at the Islamic Center of Mason on Sept. 18. Stay up to date with our events by following us on Facebook and Instagram. 

CAIR is America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR-Ohio has offices in Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland. CAIR-Ohio’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.

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Meet Our Summer Interns: Amina Wase

Meet Amina Wase from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!

As an organization that protects the civil liberties of American Muslims, we want to empower young Americans with the necessary skills to make a difference.

Contact Amina Barhumi at abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557 for questions or interest.

Visit our intern page here.

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Meet Our Summer Interns: Khalid Dada

Meet Khalid Dada from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!

As an organization that protects the civil liberties of American Muslims, we want to empower young Americans with the necessary skills to make a difference.

Contact Amina Barhumi at abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557 for questions or interest.

Visit our intern page here.