CAIR-Ohio Provides Free Legal Help, Celebrates the Opening of New Islamic Center of Centerville Recreation Center

(CENTERVILLE, OHIO 10/21/2021) — On Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) was thrilled to help commemorate the opening of a new recreation center at the Islamic Center of Centerville. The new recreation center and packed open house event was a signifier of a growing Muslim community in Centerville, and CAIR-Ohio was present to provide free legal help and information to empower community members. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Provides Free Legal Help, Celebrates the Opening of New Islamic Center of Centerville Recreation Center”

People’s Redistricting Hearing + Rally

Redistricting Action Alert: With no progress made on congressional maps, it’s time to demand action.

Please join CAIR-Ohio and our coalition partners in making our voices heard at the Ohio Statehouse this Wednesday, October 20, 2021 from 2:30-3:30 for a People’s Hearing to demand:

  1. Public hearings with plenty of notice & virtual options.
  2. An official Commission-proposed map that we can respond to.
  3. A fair map that reflects our partisanship, keeps our communities together, and gives Ohio’s communities of color a real pathway to representation.


Click here for more information on Wednesday’s event.

Can’t make it on Wednesday? Virtual hearings will also be held for different state regions throughout next week. Click here for more information.

If you have any questions please contact CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour at tdahbour@cair.com or (614) 401-2920.

CAIR-Ohio’s statement on anti-racist education.

CAIR-Ohio is disappointed in the the Ohio State Board of Education’s decision to repeal the anti-racism resolution which outlined crucial steps towards racial equity in Ohio schools. Condemning White supremacy and teaching an accurate historical account of racial injustice does not create division, but rather inspires forward-thinking change. We will continue to work towards racial equity in Ohio schools.

If you would like to request free legal help, call our office at (614) 451-3232 or use this online form.

Free Legal Help at NICC

Facing problems? CAIR-Ohio will be offering free legal help to community members at the Noor Islamic Cultural Center on Friday, October 15 & 22 from noon to 3:30PM!

For questions contact CAIR-Ohio Staff Attorney Lina Abbaoui: 614.982.0879 | labbaoui@cair.com

If you are unable to make this event and would like to request legal help, feel free to call our office or use this online form.

Redistricting 101: Congressional Update

The fight for fair congressional districts is on in Ohio. The way our congressional districts are drawn directly impacts the voting power of the Muslim community and the next decade of U.S. politics.

CAIR-Ohio is working to ensure Ohio Muslim communities are not left out, split up, or ignored. But we need YOU to get involved and make your voice heard!

Although the Ohio Redistricting Commission has yet to meet on or propose a congressional map (disappointing but not surprising), deadlines are approaching and we need to be ready to mobilize. Click here for the full infographic.

CAIR-Ohio Hosts Full House at 19th Annual Cincinnati & Dayton Banquet

(MASON, OHIO 10/08/2021) — On Sunday, October 3rd, 2021, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations held its 19th Annual Cincinnati & Dayton Banquet at Manor House in Mason, Ohio. The CAIR-Ohio annual banquet is an opportunity for staff to address hundreds of attendees including supporters, business leaders, elected officials, and representatives of mosques and community organizations to update them on the work CAIR-Ohio has accomplished in the past year. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Hosts Full House at 19th Annual Cincinnati & Dayton Banquet”

Early Voting is Here!

Early voting for Ohio’s upcoming general election on November 2, 2021 is now available! This includes special election in Ohio’s 11th and 15th congressional districts.

Click here to find an early voting location in your county and the early voting schedule.

Click here to find out if you vote in the 11th or 15th Congressional District.

For questions, contact CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour: tdahbour@cair.com | (614) 401-2920.