Boston Solidarity Event

  • 2016 Dec 04

    Abrahamic Trialogue

    (All day)

    Location: 

    13 Common St, Natick, MA 01760, USA
    The Common Street Spiritual Center is bringing together Jews, Christians, Muslims and others who are interested to learn more about these three Abrahamic faiths in a spirit of respect, appreciation, and love. This is the second trialogue and the theme is "Founders: Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad." Dr. Kecia Ali (Boston University), Rev. Brent Newberry (First Baptist of Worcester), and Alison Kur (Temple Beth Elohim, Wellesley) will present for 15 minutes each about the founders of their faiths. Shaheen Akhtar (Islamic Center of Boston in Wayland) will moderate our Q & A. Come join and be... Read more about Abrahamic Trialogue
  • 2016 Nov 21

    Massachusetts Speaks out Against Hate

    (All day)

    Location: 

    24 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02133, USA
    Featuring Attorney General Maura Healey, Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg, Boston City Councilor Josh Zakim In the wake of an alarming number of hate and bias fueled incidents across the country and in Massachusetts, we are convening the community on the Massachusetts State House steps to speak out against hate. The event will feature local and state leaders who are willing to send a message that irrespective of politics or who you supported in the election this kind of behavior is simply...
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  • 2016 Nov 17

    Being a Muslim in the US These Days: A Panel Discussion

    (All day)

    Location: 

    755 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02420, USA
    Come to the Follen Church in Lexington to learn how three Muslim Americans have experienced the past several months of political discourse, including the anti-Muslim sentiments stirred up during the presidential campaign. Panelists: -Aishah Abdul-Musawwir, Library Media Specialist, Cambridge Public... Read more about Being a Muslim in the US These Days: A Panel Discussion
  • 2016 Nov 15

    Post-Election Chat with City Councilor of Cambridge Nadeem Mazen

    (All day)

    Location: 

    33 Kirkland St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
    Come meet City Councilor Nadeem Mazen and learn more about his efforts to push progressive politics in Massachusetts. Mazen burst onto Cambridge’s political stage in 2013, when voters elected him to the City Council. He became the first Muslim-American elected to office in the state of MA. His grass-roots campaign emphasized empowering the people and getting more minorities into politics. Especially in light of the post-election climate, Mazen will shed some light on the role of community organizing for more progressive social change. Event by the Harvard Kennedy School's Muslim Caucus
  • 2016 Nov 05

    James Carroll on The Politics of Fear: Where to Now?

    (All day)

    Location: 

    11 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
    A Fundraiser for Cooperative Metropolitan Ministries Proceeds benefit CMM's social action efforts, Interfaith Youth Initiative, Values over Violence Leadership & Peacemaker Trainings and RUAH Interfaith Spirituality Programs
  • 2016 Apr 13

    Muslim Engagement in American Society

    (All day)

    Location: 

    Barker Ctr, 12 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
    A theological and practical discussion panel on how Muslims should engage with the broader American community. For both Muslims and non-Muslims alike, the talks aim to cast important light, dispelling the 'otherizing' of Muslim Americans and providing practical solutions to effecting change. About the Speakers: Katrin Jomaa: Dr. Katrin Jomaa is an Assistant Professor of Islam and Politics of the Middle East at the University of Rhode Island. Shannon Erwin: Shannon Erwin is currently the executive director and co-founder of the Muslim Justice League. Agenda: 7:30 pm Recitation of Holy Qur'an... Read more about Muslim Engagement in American Society
  • 2016 Feb 16

    Community Support: Recognizing the Impact of Hate Speech

    (All day)

    Location: 

    1340 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02215, USA
    Please join Fenway Health's Violence Recovery Program for a Community Support Space on Recognizing the Impact of Hate Speech on our communities. This event is part of our Third Thursdays community discussion series. As always there will be options for art projects, peer-led discussion, and the possibility to debrief with VRP staff. We will be on the 9th floor of 1340 Boylston St.
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