(COLUMBUS, OH, 2/9/23) – The Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) today condemned the alleged actions of a teacher who displayed an image of an orangutan eating watermelon during a Black History Month segment on the school’s morning announcements. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Condemns Racist Imagery Displayed in Bexley School”
Enduring Legacy: Black Muslim Excellence | Activists & Leadership
CAIR-Ohio is commemorating Black History Month to celebrate and recognize the rich legacy and contributions of Black Americans. This year, the theme is highlighting the Enduring Legacy of Black Muslim Excellence and their mark on our nation. For the first week, the focus will spotlight three individuals who are most known for their Activism and Leadership.
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CAIR-Ohio Hosts Immigration Clinic with Simakovsky Law
(COLUMBUS, OH, 2/9/23)– On Sunday, February 5, CAIR-Ohio partnered with Simakovsky Law to hold an Immigration Clinic where clients had one-on-one consultations with an immigration attorney to review their case. Attorneys consulted clients facing a variety of cases, including recent arrivals to the United States, asylum seekers, and victims of domestic violence.
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CAIR-Ohio Celebrates World Hijab Day with Ohio State’s Muslim Student Association
(COLUMBUS, OH, 2/9/23)– On Wednesday, February 1, CAIR-Ohio Executive Director Amina Barhumi and Government Affairs Director Anisa Liban celebrated World Hijab Day with the Muslim Student Association at The Ohio State University. During their discussion with Muslim college students, Barhumi and Liban focused on how the hijab plays a role in their faith and how they view it as a visible act of devotion to God.
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CAIR-Ohio Partners with Hilliard City School District to Host Community Lunch & Learn
(COLUMBUS, OH, 2/9/23) – On Saturday, February 4, CAIR-Ohio and Hilliard City School District partnered in creating an informative Lunch & Learn hosted in the CAIR-Ohio Columbus office for parents and community members to attend.
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