Afghanistan Community Alert

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News, Take Action

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) stands in solidarity with the Afghan community and calls on the Biden administration to increase America’s capacity for refugee resettlement and protect those in pursuit of relocation. As the refugee crisis in Afghanistan continues to develop, it is imperative to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of those affected. If you would like to take action to put pressure on Congress and the Biden administration to help the Afghan people, click here.  Read More “Afghanistan Community Alert” →

Afghanistan Action Alert

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News, Take Action

The people of Afghanistan need our help today. Over the past week, conditions in Afghanistan have deteriorated rapidly following the U.S. military withdrawal and Taliban’s takeover of the country.

CAIR-Ohio is urging all Americans to act now to protect those in urgent need. Click here to take action.

Your voice is needed – urge President Biden and Congress to evacuate Afghans, welcome them to the U.S., and deliver humanitarian assistance.

A list of sources for free legal immigration assistance can be accessed here. 

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

To request free legal help, use our online form here or call 614-451-3232 | 513-281-8200

CAIR-Ohio Joins Affordable Housing Fair for Franklin County Residents

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 8/19/2021) – On Sunday, August 15, 2021, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) participated in the Affordable Housing Fair at the Linden Community Center which was hosted by the Franklin County Auditor. The purpose of the event was to create a connected environment for community members that helps build a socially equitable city. As a participant organization, CAIR-Ohio shared resources on religious accommodations and legal services with Franklin County community members.   Read More “CAIR-Ohio Joins Affordable Housing Fair for Franklin County Residents” →

CAIR-Ohio Holds Redistricting Civic Engagement Events in Dayton and Cincinnati

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 8/17/2021) – On Wednesday, August 11, 2021, and Saturday, August 14, 2021, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) hosted redistricting education and mapmaking workshops at the Dayton Mercy Society and the Midpointe Library West Chester to advocate for equal districts that fairly represent the Muslim community.  Read More “CAIR-Ohio Holds Redistricting Civic Engagement Events in Dayton and Cincinnati” →

CAIR-Ohio Testifies at the Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission Hearing for Central Ohio

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News

(COLUMBUS, OHIO 08/12/2021) – On Thursday, August 12, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) testified at the Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission (OCRC) Hearing for Central Ohio to advocate for fair districts that amplify the Ohio Muslim voice. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Testifies at the Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission Hearing for Central Ohio” →

Meet Our Summer Intern: Durya Nadeem-Khan

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News

Meet Durya Nadeem-Khan from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!

Our Fall Semester application deadline is coming up on Monday, August 16th! Apply at bit.ly/internwithcairohio.

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: Hajira Dada

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News

Meet Hajira Dada from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!

Our Fall Semester application deadline is coming up on Monday, August 16th! Apply at bit.ly/internwithcairohio.

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.

Equal Districts Coalition: With Census Data in Hand, Ohio’s Redistricting Process Must Begin

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News

COLUMBUS — Today, the US Census Bureau released redistricting data to the states for the purposes of redrawing state legislative and congressional districts. The Equal Districts Coalition — a unified group of nearly 30 Ohio advocacy organizations and unions engaged in the 2021 redistricting process — is calling on Ohio’s Redistricting Commission and legislature to immediately begin the important public work necessary to produce fair, representative districts.


“No matter who we are or where we’re from, we all deserve to stand on equal footing when it comes to having a say in who represents us in the Statehouse and in Congress. For too long, Ohioans have been shut out of the political process. We finally have a chance to fix that with fair maps — but only if our process is transparent and allows all of us an equal say in how our futures are drawn,” said Jeniece Brock, Ohio Citizens’ Redistricting Commission Vice Chair and Policy and Advocacy Director for the Ohio Organizing Collaborative.

Read More “Equal Districts Coalition: With Census Data in Hand, Ohio’s Redistricting Process Must Begin” →

Meet Our Summer Interns: Emma Qazi

by CAIR-OHIO in 2021, August, Recent News

Meet Emma Qazi from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!

Our Fall Semester application deadline is coming up on Monday, August 16th! Apply at bit.ly/internwithcairohio.

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.