(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. Read More “The Muslim Community Mobilizes Against Gerrymandering at Public Hearings Across the State”
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. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Hosts Voter Registration Drive at Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati on National Muslim Voter Registration Day”
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.
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.
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.