Redistricting directly impacts the voting power of the Muslim community. CAIR-Ohio is working to ensure Ohio Muslim communities are not left out, split up or ignored. Click here to view the full post on our Instagram here.
Make Your Voice Heard! Attend A Public Hearing!
Attend a virtual public hearing and make sure your voice is heard during Ohio’s critical redistricting process! The Ohio Muslim community deserves adequate political representation and fair maps.
If you are unable to attend the public hearing for your area, you may attend any of the other hearings. Register at ohredistrict.org/hearings
CAIR-Ohio Joins The 6th Annual National Muslim Hill Day
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 06/25/2021) – On Tuesday and Wednesday, June 22 and 23, 2021 the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) joined the U.S. Council of Muslim Organizations in hosting the sixth Annual National Muslim Hill Day Event. The event was held virtually for the first time.
CAIR-Ohio hosted twelve virtual congressional meetings with elected officials from across Ohio to allow Ohio Muslims an opportunity to communicate their policy concerns with their representatives in U.S. Congress. The legislative agenda included issues such as Palestinian human rights, the persecution of Uyghur Muslims in China, the aftereffects of the Muslim Ban on our immigration system, and the creation of a special envoy to record and report on Islamophobia happening on a global scale.
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CAIR-Ohio Will Be Hosting A Free Legal Clinic
Facing problems? CAIR-Ohio will be hosting a Legal Clinic at the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati with Rahma Community Services.
Join us and get free legal help on Sunday, June 27, at the Arzaq Shopping Day!
If you are unable to make this event and would like to request legal help, feel free to call our office at 513-281-8200, or use this online form
Join CAIR-Ohio At The Community Picnic
CAIR-Ohio will be co-hosting a community picnic with Noor Islamic Cultural Center on Saturday, July 3rd at 6PM!
Join us for some good food and conversation. See you there!
FB event page: https://fb.me/e/2os2qv5T6
Protect Your Right To Vote
After record-breaking voter turnout in 2020, the state legislature has introduced a bill that would make it harder for Ohioans to vote and disproportionately impact Black and Brown voters.
House Bill 294 would:
– Reduce time for early voting
– Limit ballot drop boxes
– Shorten the application period for absentee ballots
– Tighten voter-ID requirements & more!
Protect your right to vote – tell your legislators to oppose House Bill 294! Take action here
CAIR-Ohio Holds “Know Your Rights” Workshop in Perrysburg
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 06/13/2021) – On Sunday, June 13, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) held a “Know Your Rights” workshop at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo in Perrysburg, Ohio.
CAIR-Ohio Executive Director Romin Iqbal informed the audience about their rights at the airport, signs that would indicate someone is on a secret government watchlist, and how to proceed if one is put in such a position. Iqbal also discussed rights with respect to religious accommodation in schools and in the workplace.
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CAIR-Ohio Hosts Community Cookout with Islamic Society of Greater Dayton
(COLUMBUS, OHIO 6/18/2021) – On Saturday, June 12, the Ohio Chapter of the Council onAmerican-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) hosted a community cookout at the Islamic Society of Greater Dayton. Community members gathered for good food and conversation and learned about CAIR-Ohio’s work.
Approximately 100 people attended the event and met CAIR-Ohio Executive Director Romin Iqbal, as well as members of CAIR-Ohio’s outreach and operations 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.
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CAIR-Ohio Is Looking To Hire a Legal Fellow
We’re hiring! The Legal Fellow will engage in civil rights advocacy, community lawyering, and litigation for our clients who have experienced religious discrimination. They will be expected to do a fair amount of community engagement, including regularly meeting with community members and educating the community.
Be a part of our legal team and apply today at: cair-ohio.com/current-positions
CAIR-Ohio Receives Grant from Columbus City Council
We are proud grant recipients!
CAIR-Ohio thanks Columbus City Council and Council-member Shayla D. Favor, Chair of the Criminal Justice & Judiciary Committee, for helping us continue our work!
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