(COLUMBUS, OH – 7/1/2021) – On Thursday, July 1, 2021 the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) joined the Equal Districts Coalition in a press conference at the Ohio Statehouse to push for an open, transparent, and truly fair redistricting process that represents all of Ohio’s communities.
CAIR-Ohio Policy Director Tala Dahbour gave a statement on the disparate impact gerrymandering has on minority communities, specifically pointing to one of the largest Muslim communities in Central Ohio surrounding the Noor Islamic and Cultural Center (NICC). Dahbour highlighted that NICC is divided into two congressional and two statehouse districts, which undermines the collective voice of the community.
In a statement, Dahbour said: Read More “CAIR-Ohio Joins Equal Districts Coalition to Push for Adequate Representation, Fair Maps for Muslims”
CAIR-Ohio’s Summer Interns Hold Mock Press Conference
On Tuesday, June 29th, CAIR-Ohio Summer Interns held mock press conferences on issues such as the Muslim Ban and the humanitarian crisis in Palestine.
Our internship program offers students an excellent opportunity to learn, interact, and grow in a friendly and diverse environment. Our program is career-oriented, based on grassroots activism and servant-leadership.
Our Fall Semester application window will open at the end of July. Contact Amina Barhumi at abarhumi@cair.com 614-763-6557 for questions or interest.
CAIR-Ohio Hosts Legal Clinic at the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati
(WEST CHESTER, OHIO 6/27/2021) – On Sunday, June 27, 2021, the Ohio chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) hosted a legal clinic at the Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati at the first Annual Arzaq Event organized by Rahma Community Services.
CAIR-Ohio held free in-person consultations for legal inquiries from community members and co-sponsored the free shopping day with Rahma Community Services. CAIR-Ohio’s Staff Attorney Lina Abbaoui, Policy Director Tala Dahbour, and Community Affairs Director Whitney Siddiqi were available to share resources and information on “Know Your Rights” education and religious accommodations for employment, education, and healthcare, as well as to provide free one-on-one consultations for legal matters.
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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!
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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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