Muslim Family Reunited Following Successful CAIR-Ohio Lawsuit

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, December, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OH, 11/29/2021) – A Muslim-American family has been reunited thanks to a successful lawsuit by the Ohio office of the Council of American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) after two and a half years of visa delays. 

Sarah and her husband Malek reunited earlier this month after a long and painful forced separation imposed on them by the U.S. Department of State. The family’s reunion was only possible after CAIR-Ohio filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Embassy in Beirut for their delays in processing Malek’s visa.  Read More “Muslim Family Reunited Following Successful CAIR-Ohio Lawsuit” →

CAIR-Ohio Denounces Congressional Districts Approved by Gov. DeWine

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, November, Recent News

CAIR-Ohio denounces congressional districts approved by Gov. DeWine over the weekend.

The approved map does not reflect Ohio voting preferences (55% republican, 45% democrat) and overwhelmingly favors one political party. This map and process to stifle citizen voices fail to uphold the essence of bipartisan reforms Ohioans voted for in 2018. The map cracks apart communities of color, dividing our neighborhoods and pulling together parts of the state that don’t belong in the same districts.

Ohio Muslims and all Ohioans deserve better and we will continue to fight for fair maps and to bring an end to gerrymandering in Ohio.

Redistricting resources and information can be found here.

For questions, contact CAIR-Ohio Community Affairs Director Whitney Siddiqi: wsiddiqi@cair.com | 513-281-8200

CAIR-Ohio Hosts Sold Out Annual Banquet in Columbus

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, November, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 11/10/2021) — On Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) held its 24th annual banquet at the Ohio Union in Columbus, Ohio. The 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 does, highlighting the challenges and victories of the past year, and sharing its plans for further community empowerment and civic engagement.  Read More “CAIR-Ohio Hosts Sold Out Annual Banquet in Columbus” →

Redistricting Update: CAIR-Ohio Responds to Gerrymandered Congressional Maps

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, November, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 11/17/2021) — On Friday, Nov. 12, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) joined other organizations of the Equal Districts Coalition at the Ohio Statehouse in Columbus, Ohio. 

Amina Barhumi, CAIR-Ohio’s Outreach Director and a member of the Ohio Citizens Redistricting Commission, testified before a joint committee in opposition to the proposed Senate map in Senate Bill 258.  Read More “Redistricting Update: CAIR-Ohio Responds to Gerrymandered Congressional Maps” →

CAIR-Ohio Joins Freedom to Vote Act Rally

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, November, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 11/18/2021) — On Wednesday, Nov. 10, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) joined Common Cause Ohio at Senator Portman’s office in Columbus, Ohio to urge him to support the Freedom to Vote Act.  

The Freedom to Vote Act will help remove several hurdles that communities of color and other minority communities face when voting. This bill seeks to eliminate challenges with voting by:  

  • Expanding voter registration (e.g., automatic and same-day registration)  

  • Voting access (e.g., vote-by-mail and early voting)  

  • Limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls   

  • Restoring voting rights to those with past criminal convictions  

  • Establishing Election Day as a federal holiday.   


Read More “CAIR-Ohio Joins Freedom to Vote Act Rally” →

Register for Our Strategic Healthcare Advocacy Training Workshop!

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, November, Recent News

Take your healthcare advocacy to the next level!

Muslim Healthcare Professionals Advocacy Network (MPAN), a CAIR-Ohio project, is partnering with Poligon to bring you the advocacy tools you need to engage with your elected officials and support policies that improve healthcare for all Americans.

Register to attend the workshop here.

Signup to be part of the Muslim Healthcare Professionals Advocacy Network (MPAN) here.

Action Alert: Protect Muslims Voting Rights!

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, November, Recent News, Take Action

Protect Our Democracy; Push the Senate to Support the Freedom to Vote Act

Our democracy is threatened when voting rights are under attack. The Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio), Ohio’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, is urging Ohioans to stand up for voting rights.

The Freedom to Vote Act will help remove several hurdles that communities of color and other minority communities face when voting. This bill seeks to eliminate challenges with voting by:

  • Expanding voter registration (e.g., automatic and same-day registration)

  • Voting access (e.g., vote-by-mail and early voting)

  • Limiting the removal of voters from voter rolls

  • Restoring voting rights to those with past criminal convictions

  • Establishing Election Day as a federal holiday.


Additionally, the bill addresses election integrity and security, redistricting, and campaign finance. The Freedom to Vote Act will ensure that all citizens will be better represented in our government.

Read the bill as introduced here.

Tell your senators to protect our democracy and vote YES on the Freedom to Vote Act.

Click here to take action.

CAIR-Ohio Testifies Before the Ohio House & Senate Following the Proposal of Congressional Maps

by Fadila Gitosuputro in 2021, November, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 11/10/2021) – On Thursday, November 4, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) provided testimony on proposed maps in public hearings at the Ohio Statehouse. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Testifies Before the Ohio House & Senate Following the Proposal of Congressional Maps” →