A new traveling installation, called “Halal Metropolis: Exploring Muslim Visibility in Detroit,” aims to spotlight the culture and heritage of American Muslims in Michigan. According to its curator, Razi Jafri, the installation highlights the many ways in which Muslim Americans have touched the culture and everyday lives of the region and once you see the exhibition, it is difficult to ignore these details, saying, ”There’s signage, storefronts, things on menus, streetscapes. Once you start compiling it all together, you start to get an understanding [that] this is a phenomenon. This is actually something that really exists.”
READ MORE (WDET)Interfaith Engagement on Campus
Religious literacy and interfaith knowledge are no longer just nice-to-have qualities, they are must-have knowledge that prepares young people to work and live in an increasingly diverse society. Colleges and universities are taking greater steps to promote interfaith dialogue and learning on campus, such as Tusculum University, which is expanding its interfaith events and programs.
READ MORE (Johnson City Press)Making Schools Ramadan-Friendly
Muslims observing Ramadan still go about their normal business and schedules during the holy month, including attending school classes. Here is a guide for teachers and administrators for building Ramadan-friendly schools and classrooms.
READ MORE (Seattle Times)Building a Ramadan-Friendly Workplace
Muslims fasting for Ramadan still come into work and school and go about their regular routines. This article outlines some do’s and don’t’s that can help making the workplace Ramadan-friendly and welcoming during this time.
READ MORE (Business Insider)How Can Religious Holidays Bring Together People of Different Faiths?
In 2019, Passover, Easter, and the start of Ramadan are all taking place fairly close together. In light of this, how can religious holidays like these bring together people of different faiths? Learn with three interfaith clergy members think at the link below.
