The Muslim Student Association at Penn State University hosted its annual Islamic Discovery Series to build interfaith bridges and counter bigotry. Read more (The Daily Pennsylvanian) ...
Muslims and Jews Break Fast after Yom Kippur
Members of the Muslim and Jewish communities near San Antonio, TX came together to break fast after Yom Kippur. This dinner was part of many similar interfaith exchanges over the past two years, which provide opportunities for learning and dialogue. According to community leaders, "We learn from each other. They have fasting. We have fasting. They do charity. We do charity." Read more (San Antonio Express-News) ...
Religious Literacy Essential Learning for School Age Students
Religious literacy and knowledge of varying religious identities is an important aspect of childhood education, especially in increasingly diverse learning environments. We must support public school teachers and provide them with the tools and resources necessary to help our children understand how individuals and diverse communities build their religious identities, and how these identities impact civic engagement. Read more (Huffington Post) ...
“Places You’ll Pray” Photography Project Documents Muslim Prayer, Builds Understanding
"Places You'll Pray," a new photo project by Muslim American photographer Sana Ullah, documents Muslim prayer in public spaces. According to Ullah, the exhibition has the potential to break down stereotypes and bias, and build bridges. In this interview for Fusion, she says, "If someone can see an image of a Muslim praying peacefully in a place that is very common to everyone, then that is [the first step to understanding]. We are no longer seeing negative images, but rather seeing more ...
“I am Muslim, I am NYC”
"I am Muslim, I am NYC," a new social media advertising campaign in New York City, aims to combat negative perceptions of Muslims and counteract increasing instances of anti-Muslim violence. In a statement announcing the new campaign, NYC mayor Bill de Blasio called for unity, saying, "Now more than ever, it is important for every New Yorker to stand united as one city and reject hate and violence." Read more (Huffington Post) ...
