FEDERAL laws targeting the financing of terrorism give the government unchecked power over US Muslim charities and have made Muslims fearful about giving to charity as required by their faith, an advocacy group contends in a report released on Tuesday.
As a result, some have stopped donating or limited how much they give out of worry they could be swept up in a federal investigation, according to the report by the American Civil Liberties Union. More....
ICNA Welcomes President Obama's Historical Speech
The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) today welcomed the speech made by President Barack Obama in Cairo, Egypt, and, issued the following statement:
The America, as envisioned by the founding fathers was for the first time presented to the whole world, and especially to the Muslim world, as real by President Barack Obama on June 4, 2009, when he gave his historical speech at Cairo University in Egypt. The President showed his respect for Islam and Muslims and presented the true picture of Islam. His speech made the American Muslim community proud of their country and their president.
Over Two Million Refugees in their own country; HH Appeals: $2 Million Needed Urgently
"O Allah! Advance me in Knowledge." (Al-Quran, 20:114)
Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), organizes its annual Young Muslims’ Quiz Competitions for children and youth. The event is a fun filled experience for the entire family, with attractive prizes such as airline tickets for Umrah, Laptops, Digital Cameras and bicycles. There are also participation prizes for all the participants.
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U.S. Muslim Coalition Reaffirms Opposition to FBI Tactics
A coalition of major national Islamic organizations today announced that it is considering suspending outreach relations with the FBI, citing recent incidents in which American mosques and Muslim groups have been targeted.
In a joint statement issued after the meeting, all AMT members and observer groups agreed that:
“We reaffirm our commitment to being full partners in the defense, development and prosperity of our homeland, the United States.
“We also reiterate our determination to continue to work for greater unity and mutual cooperation among ourselves and with like-minded fellow Americans. We recognize that we may have different approaches to the varied challenges facing our community and country, yet our resolve to advocate on behalf of our community remains solid.
ABC 7 (KGO TV, San Francisco) covers the ICNA's national campaign to place huge billboards along the nation's major highways. ICNA chapters of Philadelphia, Atlanta, Washinton DC, Los Angeles, Dallas, New Jersey, South Florida, Sacramento, San Francisco, Houston, New York, Chicago and Boston are participating in this public awareness effort.
"SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- A Bay Area Islamic organization is turning to San Francisco Muni buses to educate people about their religion. The group is posting advertisements on the outside of Muni buses. They include phrases like "you deserve to know" and "why Islam," along with a phone number for more information. Their goal is to urge more non-Muslims to learn about Islam and help remove negative stereotypes. "
Hurricanes Gustav and Ike have Blown Away; ICNA Relief USA Remains on the Ground.
Since September 27, 2008 the IKE Recuperation Center has been in operation, managed by ICNA Relief USA. Open daily from 1pm to 5pm, the center, partnered with the FEMA and the American Red Cross, serves Meals Ready to Eat (MREs), bottled water, ice, cleaning supplies, cat litter, laundry detergent, wipes, etc. There is also a doctor on site to help with minor medical issues.
group is hoping its new ad campaign will help catch the eyes of millions of people who ride the New York City subway system every day. Tucked in between subway car notices featuring poetry, as well as advertisements for everything from gum and beer to dermatologists and churches, are ads designed to educate New Yorkers about Islam.
The group behind the ads, the Islamic Circle of North America, decided that Ramadan, which takes place all through the month of September, was the perfect time to implement what they call their "Subway Project" on 1,000 of the system's more than 6,000 subway cars.
The design is simple: black, white and very little text. The two-paneled ads feature the words "Islam," "Head Scarf" or "Prophet Muhammad," as well as the phrase "You deserve to know." The ads also include a phone number and a Web site for those who want to learn more about Islam.
ICNA Chicago is placing Ads. on CTA buses to reach 3.6 Million bus riders with the Message of Islam. Each bus will be covered on their side and on the top panel with beautiful message of Islam, insha Allah. A toll free number, 1.800.662.ISLAM (4752), will be posted, along with website and email, for interested viewers to call and obtain more information. Here is the Fox TV coverage:
NY Subway Ads. Project Started
Fasting Volunteers Answer Questions posed at Information Tables on Islam in NY
The New York Chapter of Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) and its 877-WHY-ISLAM project are sponsoring information tables on Islam in New York City beginning the month of Ramadan. The information tables will coincide with the educational advertisements on Islam that will appear today in 1,000 MTA subway cars. (For all Dawah related articles, please click here.)
The New York Chapter of Islamic Circle of North America and its 877-WHY-ISLAM project have launched a subway campaign which has garnered quite a bit of media attention. The massive publicity and coverage given from national media such as CNN, NBC, CBS, FOX News, Reuters is resulting in lots of traffic to www.whyislam.org website and 877-Why-Islam hotline. (For all Dawah related articles, please click here.)
The American Muslim Taskforce on Civil Rights and Elections (AMT), is an umbrella organization of which ICNA is an integral part.
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