There's never been a more important time for minorities to make their voices heard in local politics, especially American Muslims. A year ago over 20,000 of us made our voices heard in Copley Square. Now, it's time to bring that energy to the Massachusetts State House. That's why CAIR Massachusetts is proud to host the 2018 Muslim Lobby Day! We invite Muslims and allies - and their families - to come meet with your elected officials and talk about the issues that matter to you. No previous lobbying experience necessary.  Children are strongly encouraged to attend! Please RSVP in advance... Read more about 2018 MA Muslim Lobby Day

In the current climate, hateful harassment and assaults on racial & religious minorities are becoming increasingly frequent. If you witness a harmful situation, you have a choice to make. Should you do something or not? The 2-hour workshop, conducted by trainers certified by Quabbin Meditation, seeks to equip participants with tools to intervene appropriately, de-escalate tensions, and support the vulnerable. Suggested donation: $15.

Basic Intro to Islam: Dec 5th (7:00-8:30 pm)

Ahmed Lotfy Rashed, Author of What Would a Muslim Say.

Women in Islam: Dec 6^th (7:00-8:30 pm)

Sana Ali, Muslim Girl Scouts Troop-Leader.

Islam in Current Events: Dec 7^th...

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Ambedkar Lecture Series: Working towards a UN Convention Elimination of Discrimination based on Work & Descent including Caste. Boston Study Group presents a half day conference under Ambedkar Lecture Series at Brandeis University on "Ambedkar's Unfinished Agenda in United Nations" having speakers - Paul Divakar Namala, Magda Matache and Abdarahmane Wone.

The talk “What is Progressive Islam” will define the alternative and traditional interpretations of Islam in contrast to the current belief system. The issue of Sharia law, women, LGBT rights, apostasy, music, hijab, women imam and all the hot topics will be covered. Ani’s talk will cover the problems, the solutions and the work she’s doing in the U.S., the U.N. and globally. Ani Zonneveld is Founder and President of Muslims for Progressive Values (MPV). She has organized numerous interfaith arts and music festivals and is a strong supporter of women and LGBTQ rights. Music by Ani Zonneveld... Read more about What is Progressive Islam with Ani Zonneveld

Please join our Youth Empowerment Coordinator,Sumaiya Zama, along with CAIR Massachusett sadvisory board member Nichole Mossalam and Volunteer Coordinator Martin Bentz at the First Parish Church Duxbury-Unitarian Universalist this Friday as part of their Open Minds Speaker Series! Admission is free and all are welcome. Refreshments will be served!

Muslim Bans, Refugee Bans, Ending DACA – A Threat to All Our Freedoms How Did We Get Here – and What Can We Do? Where: Harvard Law School, Hauser Hall, Room 102 When: 5:30pm – 6:00pm Check-in and Refreshments. 6:00pm – 8:00pm Panel Discussion The Muslim and Refugee bans are discriminatory and unconstitutional. U.S. District Judge Derrick Watson, in Honolulu, wrote that the Muslim Ban 3.0 Executive Order "plainly discriminates based on nationality" and would be “detrimental to the interests of the United States." The Trump Administration wants to negotiate DACA protections for building the... Read more about Muslim Bans, Refugee Bans, Ending DACA A Threat to Our Freedoms

Link to buy tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1111-harvard-iranian-... Read more about Harvard Iranian Celebration for Peace

We have been working. We have been organizing. We have been marching. We have been resisting. We have been fighting back! Now let us come together for a time of refreshing, an evening of soulful, intimate conversation. Encouragement. Inspiration. Radical Imagination! We need it... Speakers: Cornel West: Professor of the Practice of Philosophy at Harvard University Karlene Griffiths Sekou: Principal at the Dignity Project International and BLM Boston Organizer Neiel Israel: Internationally acclaimed poet, vocalist, and arts educator Brittany Farrell: Co-founder of Millennial Activist... Read more about IMAGINE! An Evening of Encouragement. Inspiration. Radical Imagination

Pastor Keith is the Senior Pastor of Trinity Fellowship Church, in Richardson, TX. He grew up in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania, graduated with a BS in electrical engineering from Penn State University, and holds a ThM from Dallas Theological Seminary. Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter is the Senior Minister of First Unitarian Church of Dallas, currently a Resident Fellow at HDS, and author of the book, Faith for the Unbeliever. He holds a D.Min. from Perkins School of theology and an M.Div. from Starr King School for the Ministry at the GTU. Imam Shpendim Nadzaku is the Resident Scholar... Read more about Friends for Good: What Happened When an Imam, an Evangelical Pastor and a Unitarian Universalist Minister Built a Community of Theological Reflection and Friendship in Dallas, Texas?

Panel at the annual Arab Conference at Harvard: [Get your tickets here: http://arabconferenceharvard.com/] Cost: $55-160 The Muslim ban and other Trump administration efforts specifically target and seek to punish Arab and Muslim communities in the US and abroad. This administration poses old... Read more about Arab Conference at Harvard: Defending Arab and Muslim Rights in an Age of Trump

Tickets are available now for Phillips Brooks House Association’s 11th Annual Robert Coles “Call of Service” Lecture and Award, honoring Co-Founder of the Council on American Islamic Relations Nihad Awad. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited — please RSVP now to reserve your spot! We recommend RSVPing on a web browser rather than a mobile device. If you are a teacher or organization and would like to register a group please email Jalem at jalem@pbha... Read more about 11th Annual Robert Coles "Call of Service" Lecture and Award

NEC's Intercultural Institute, in collaboration with the Boston Byzantine Music Festival, presents a Symposium on Music and Morality in Abrahamic Traditions. The Israeli scholar of Islamic music, Amnon Shiloah, has described the role of music in the Muslim world as “polyvalent”, an idea which may be applicable across the Abrahamic spectrum—that is: music in all three traditions is respected for its power, and it is given cultural space in which to survive and even thrive, but it does not get a free ride. It must continually argue for its usefulness, and for its place in the spectrum of... Read more about Symposium on Music & Morality in the Abrahamic Faiths

Please join us for Jetpac's 2nd Annual Winter Fundraising Banquet at the Wellesley Country Club on the evening of December 3rd. We cordially invite you to this exciting event as we celebrate aspiring American-Muslim candidates and share more about how Jetpac’s work is preparing them for their political runs. Special presentations by Jetpac President and Founder Nadeem Mazen, Vice-President of ISNA Dr. Altaf Husain, and more! This is a plated dinner, and we are recommending formal attire. The venue's dress code can be found here: ... Read more about Jetpac Winter Banquet

A fundraiser for the Neighbors Fund, which supports immigrants who need legal or bail assistance and their families in crisis. Greater Framingham Community Church is graciously hosting. We would love to have other faith communities sign on as sponsors. If you would like to sign on as a sponsor, please contact Debbie at pastor@edwardschurch.org as soon as possible. Read more about Singing in Solidarity with our Immigrant Neighbors: Music from M