(COLUMBUS, OHIO 6/23/2022) – On Saturday, June 25, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) will host a rally against growing Islamophobia in the U.S. in the form of the Hindutva movement. Read More “Speak Up Against Hindutva, Islamophobia at Rally in Columbus Saturday”
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 6/16/2022) – This week, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) joined the U.S. Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO) 7th Annual National Muslim Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. with the largest delegation of 30 participants.
This year the initiative was held in-person at the U.S. Capitol. CAIR-Ohio staff, interns, and other Ohio Muslims met with 15 congressional offices from across the state to discuss legislation related to the Muslim community including immigration, student debt relief, and combatting Islamophobia.
Participants sought to increase the transparency of the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (CP3), original co-sponsors for the Afghan Adjustment Act, support for canceling all student debt and establish interest-free federal student loans, as well as advancing the International Combating Islamophobia Act.
CAIR-Ohio hosts advocacy events annually at both the U.S. Capitol as well as the Ohio State Capitol to amplify the voices of Muslim constituents to legislators.
More details will be shared soon on our upcoming Statehouse Advocacy Day. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated.
Interested in participating in future advocacy events? Contact CAIR-Ohio Outreach Coordinator, Victoria Hickcox at vhickcox@cair.com.
(CINCINNATI, OH – 6/16/22) – The Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) today welcomed news that law enforcement has arrested a second suspect in the murder of Imam Mohamed Hassan Adam.
This week, law enforcement announced the arrest of Isaiah Brown-Miller in connection with the Dec. 24 killing of Imam Adam. In February, law enforcement arrested and charged John Wooden with murder and stated they believed others were involved.
SEE: Second suspect arrested in fatal shooting of Columbus imam
https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/columbus/second-suspect-arrested-in-fatal-shooting-of-columbus-imam/
In a statement, CAIR-Ohio Acting Executive Director Amina Barhumi said:
“We welcome the arrest of a second suspect in the heinous murder of Imam Mohamed Hassan Adam. For months, we have joined Imam Adam’s family, the Somali Muslim community and interfaith leaders in search of answers.
“We thank law enforcement authorities for continuing to investigate and working to hold the killers accountable. While questions remain, we hope this arrest is another step toward justice. We will continue to support Imam Adam’s family and community as they carry on his legacy.”
Earlier this year, CAIR-Ohio welcomed the arrest of the first suspect in the case.
CAIR is America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR-Ohio’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims. CAIR-Ohio has offices in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati.
La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
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CONTACT: CAIR-Ohio Outreach & Government Affairs Director Whitney Siddiqi, wsiddiqi@cair.com, 513-904-6788
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 6/8/2022) – The Ohio Redistricting Commission has yet again failed to convene, schedule any public hearings, provide any sort of fair map, or adhere to any of the requirements of the ruling by the Ohio Supreme Court. Read More “Redistricting Update: Commission Continues to Ignore Law and Court Order for Fair Maps”
CAIR-Ohio will be providing resources and information on “Know Your Rights” education and religious accommodations for employment, education, and healthcare while also registering voters on Friday, June 10 during Jummah prayer(s) at the following locations:
CAIR-Ohio empowers Ohio Muslims – who are so often ignored or vilified in our democracy – to be civically engaged. We believe to create systemic change, Muslims and other marginalized groups must make their voices heard at the ballot box and beyond. Through non-partisan voter education and mobilization, we work to preserve and expand voting rights, building an equal path for all Americans.
If your community is interested in hosting a voter registration drive and would like more information, contact CAIR-Ohio Outreach Coordinator Victoria Hickcox at vhickcox@cair.com | 513-906-5728.
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 6/8/2022) – On Monday, June 6, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) welcomed its second cohort of its annual Summer Internship Development Program. This year, CAIR-Ohio is hosting the program at its new Cincinnati office, in addition to its Columbus office. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Jumpstarts its Summer Internship Development Program”
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 6/7/2022) – Last Sunday, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) joined the Arzaq event at the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati and the North American Indian Muslim Association (NAIMA) Ohio Potluck event to offer free legal services and register voters ahead of the Aug. 2 primary election. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Offers Free Legal Services and Registers Voters at Community Events”
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 6/1/2022) – Last week, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) joined the Sisters Summit Conference in Columbus for a session on challenging toxic narratives and stereotypes of Muslim women in America. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Joins Conference Challenging Negative Narratives, Stereotypes of Muslim Women”
On April 6, 2022, the Ohio Senate issued a citation in praise of the film “The Kashmir Files.” While the citation commends the film’s “universal appeal that speaks to a matter of great historical importance,” the reality is that the film presents a dangerous and bigoted depiction of Muslims in the context of the conflict in Kashmir, which ignores the nuanced realities on the ground.
This disinformation has had legitimate implications on the daily experiences of Islamophobia and discrimination for our Ohio Muslim community. It is the Ohio Senate’s job to represent all Ohioans and consider all Ohioans’ safety and well-being. This citation does the opposite and endorses Islamophobic narratives.
View the official citation here.
Join CAIR-Ohio in calling on Ohio state senators to rescind the citation and invite them to engage in more diverse education that does not weaponize false stereotypes of Muslims.
Send your message here.
(CINCINNATI, OH – 5/20/22) – The Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) today expressed concern over racist signs posted above water fountains at Colerain High School in Cincinnati, Ohio. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Expresses Concern Over Racist Signs at Cincinnati High School ”
