Unconstitutional. Unacceptable. The Ohio Redistricting Commission’s proposed state legislative maps do not reflect Ohio voting preferences (55% republican, 45% democrat) and favor one political party, which goes against constitutional requirements. The maps crack apart communities of color, dividing our neighborhoods and pulling together parts of the state that don’t belong in the same districts.
TAKE ACTION
With less than a week until the constitutional deadline, the commission must allow the public to comment on the maps, but what they consider depends on us! Public hearings are this coming Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. We need Ohio Muslims to show up and speak up. Even if you can’t make it in person, we’ll help you write and submit testimony.
Contact CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour at tdahbour@cair.com or 614-401-2920.
CAIR-Ohio has been receiving calls from educators, and parents about the best way to navigate conversations specific to 9/11. The Family & Youth Institute has released their guides as this year marks the twentieth anniversary of September 11th. These guides help educators and parents support Muslim students as they navigate challenging conversations.
Click here for the FYI 9/11 Educators’ Guide.
Click here for the FYI 9/11 Parents’ Guide.
Contact CAIR-Ohio if your child is bullied or harassed or for any questions regarding navigating you or your children’s education around 9/11. Reach out to CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour: tdahbour@cair.com | (614) 401-2920.
CAIR-Ohio will be co-hosting a community picnic with the Islamic Center of Mason (ICM) on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 5PM! Free food will be provided! Bring your family to enjoy some good food and fun activities. We look forward to seeing you!
If you have any questions, contact CAIR-Ohio Outreach Director Amina Barhumi: abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557.
RSVP on Facebook here.
CAIR-Ohio will be co-hosting a community cookout with Clifton Mosque on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at 4PM! Join us for some good food and conversation. We look forward to seeing you!
If you have any questions, contact CAIR-Ohio Outreach Director Amina Barhumi: abarhumi@cair.com | 614-763-6557.
RSVP on Facebook here.
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 9/2/2021) – On Monday, August 23, Tuesday, August 24, and Wednesday, August 25, the Ohio Redistricting Commission held public hearings in Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. These meetings are part of a string of state-wide hearings to garner public input in the official redistricting process. CAIR-Ohio staff and Muslim community members testified in front of the commission to advocate for fair maps and proportional political representation. Read More “The Muslim Community Mobilizes Against Gerrymandering at Public Hearings Across the State”
(CINCINNATI, OHIO 9/1/2021) – On Friday, Aug. 27, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) participated in National Muslim Voter Registration Day by hosting a voter registration drive at the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati. Read More “CAIR-Ohio Hosts Voter Registration Drive at Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati on National Muslim Voter Registration Day”
(DAYTON, OHIO 08/31/2021) – On Friday, Aug. 27, the Ohio Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) hosted a community dinner at the Dayton Mercy Society in Miamisburg, Ohio. Community members gathered for good food and conversation and learned about CAIR-Ohio’s work.
Around 60 people attended the event and met CAIR-Ohio Executive Director Romin Iqbal, as well as members of CAIR-Ohio’s outreach and legal teams. CAIR-Ohio publications such as An Employer’s Guide to Islamic Religious Practices, Educator’s Guide, Healthcare Provider’s Guide, Know Your Rights guides and more were available for community members to take home.
CAIR-Ohio will be hosting a community cookout at Clifton Mosque in Cincinnati on Sept. 12 and a community picnic at the Islamic Center of Mason on Sept. 18. Stay up to date with our events by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
CAIR is America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. CAIR-Ohio has offices in Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland. CAIR-Ohio’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
Meet Amina Wase from our first ever Summer Internship Development Program!
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.
