Official Islamic Circle of North America Press Releases http://www.icna.org/icna Sun, 07 Sep 2008 08:26:40 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.icna.org/icna/images/M_images/icnalogo.png http://www.icna.org/icna Official Islamic Circle of North America Press Releases http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/new-york-subway-ad-campaign-sees-sunshine-in-seattle-8.html Seattle, WA, August 24, 2008 – The Seattle Chapter of Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) and its 877-WHY-ISLAM project are sponsoring ads to appear on the city’s metro transit buses around the month of Ramadan this year. During this month, Muslims from around the world fast and it usually leads to a high level of interest. Exterior ads are scheduled to appear on six metro buses and interior ones on 25 buses. About a thousand of these advertisements will also appear in New York City subway cars during the month of Ramadan. The mission of this project is to... Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:08:24 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/the-message-of-islam-reaches-new-york-city-subways-this-ram-3.html -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Islamic Subway Ads Raise Questions, Muslims Reach Out to New Yorkers to Provide Answers. The New York Chapter of Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) and it's 877-WHY-ISLAM project is sponsoring 1,000 ads to appear in 1,000 New York City subway cars during Ramadan. Ramadan is a month when Islam receives more attention, because Muslims will be fasting at the workplace. The mission of the project is to encourage people to search for unbiased information on Islam and to promote understanding and dialogue between people of different faiths. The ad design portrays questions that people may have about Islam in a visual format. Keywords associated... Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:15:38 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/whyislam-to-distribute-free-qurans-at-the-la-times-festival-of-2.html FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: WhyIslam-Southern California to Hand out Free Qurans at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books Los Angeles, CA, April 22, 2008 – WhyIslam a project of the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) will be handing out free Qurans at this weekend’s Los Angeles Times Festival of Books at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) on April 26 27. The Quran is the holy book of Muslims. This will be ICNA’s 3rd year of participation through its WhyIslam project, last year handing out... Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:40:48 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/second-muslim-elected-to-u.s.-congress-2.html (New York, NY, 3/12/2008) - The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) congratulated Andre Carson who is elected to Indiana's 7th congressional district on the Democratic ticket. He will replace his late grandmother US Rep. Julia Carson. Carson who converted to Islam more than a decade ago will be the second Muslim in Congress. He won yesterday's special election with 54 percent of the vote. He must now win both a May primary election and the November general election to serve a full term in Congress. We congratulate Representative Carson on his victory and also congratulate the people of Indiana's 7th... Fri, 14 Mar 2008 12:47:04 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-calls-attention-to-humanitarian-crisis-in-gaza-2.html (Jamaica, NY) - ICNA (Islamic Circle of North America) a leading grassroots organization of American Muslims requests people of conscience to draw their attention to the humanitarian crisis which is worsening day by day in the Gaza, Palestine due to an impending blockade. Over 1.5 million people live in camps where the basic necessities for the existence of human life are becoming non-existent. ICNA is asking the United Nations and the United States government to take immediate action to stop the suffering of innocent civilians in Gaza. We are against all forms of injustice and believe in the preservation... Thu, 06 Mar 2008 15:25:17 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/kosovo-gains-independence-3.html (Jamaica, NY) Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) a leading grassroots organization of American Muslims congratulates Kosovo on its newly acquired independence. ICNA also commends the United States government for acknowledging the sovereignty of the state of Kosovo, which was previously a province of Serbia. It's only a matter of time that other countries will also come forward to accept Kosovo as an independent state. Kosovar Muslims have suffered through ethnic cleansing and have survived genocide. The international community must stay committed to helping to maintain peace and order in the Balkans. The Muslims of Kosovo should educate themselves on the... Tue, 19 Feb 2008 09:37:56 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-statement-on-benazir-bhutto-assasination-2.html FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: American Muslims are appalled at the assassination of former prime minister of Pakistan Ms. Benazir Bhutto and the killing of dozens of people in Rawalpindi. We condemn this heinous action and its perpetrators. Our heartfelt condolences go for the bereaved family, who have gone through such tragedies time and again. It is unfortunate and unacceptable that anyone would resort to means of violence in order to affect political change. The extremists are enemies of Islam and humanity. All peace-loving people must unite against them. We pray and hope that the people of Pakistan, a... Fri, 28 Dec 2007 12:54:22 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/bangladesh-devastated-again-thousands-perished-millions-hom-2.html May Allah, subhanahu wa ta'ala, help people of Bangladesh On November 15, 2007, Bangladesh was hit by a devastating super cyclone SIDR, with the wind speed recorded at 150 mph. The death toll is continuously on the rise. So far, over 3000 people have perished in this cyclone. The rising tidal waves also destroyed standing crops and food storages and has effected all the food sources. Millions of people have lost their homes and are forced to take shelter under the open sky. There is a severe threat of disease and shortage in drinking water. The President of Islamic Circle... Mon, 19 Nov 2007 14:36:58 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-southern-california-dismayed-with-lapds-mapping-of-muslim-comm-2.html FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Los Angeles, CA - The Southern California Chapter of The Islamic Circle of North America wishes to convey it's feeling of dismay on the Los Angeles Police Department's (LAPD) announcement of mapping Muslim Communities. We would like to request that the LAPD please reconsider its strategy on approaching terrorism here in Southern California. We stand with other Muslim organizations such as Islamic Shura Council of Southern California, MPAC, and CAIR in a united voice to denounce and reject the LAPD's plan and any other plan to target Muslims as a community without a reasonable cause. For additional information on... Tue, 13 Nov 2007 09:20:05 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-appeals-for-support-for-southen-california-wilfdire-vi-2.html -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) a grassroots organization of American Muslims is calling for Americans to whole heartedly support victims of the wildfires in Southern California. ICNA Relief USA, a division of ICNA has Disaster Relief experience from the Asian Tsunami, South Asian Earthquake, and has been recognized by FEMA for its Hurricane Katrina relief. ICNA's Southern California chapter has partnered with several local organizations to provide shelter, evacuation help and immediate relief and long term help for those in need. ICNA Relief is also assisting families with paper work involved with filing claims. ICNA Southern California... Thu, 25 Oct 2007 04:51:38 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-launches-national-radio-campaign.html (ICNA, 09/12/2007) Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), has launched its National Radio Campaign across major cities in USA. The purpose of these Radio Ads on Islam is to inform fellow Americans about the true teachings of Islam and to clear up any misunderstandings regarding Islam. This campaign will run from Sept. 10 - 23rd, 2007. A contact toll free number, 877-WHY-ISLAM, is provided in the Ad. so interested listeners can call and ask any questions, request for free translation of the Quran, Islamic books and brochures. There are 1.5 Billion Muslims around the world and 8 million... Mon, 17 Sep 2007 12:46:18 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/thousands-expected-at-the-icna-mas-convention-muhammad-mercy-to-humanity-and-be.html FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: National Muslim Convention to hold inter-faith dialogue and address growing Islamophobia. Thousands expected at the ICNA-MAS Convention: “Muhammad: Mercy To Humanity and Beyond” to take place in Hartford, CT on July 6-8. The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) in conjunction with the Muslim American Society (MAS), is organizing its 32nd annual convention in Hartford, CT on July 6-8, titled “Muhammad: Mercy to Humanity and Beyond”. The 3 day event which is being held at the Connecticut Convention Center draws close to 10,000 delegates from major cities across America. This event is expected to be one of this year’s... Mon, 25 Jun 2007 13:14:35 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-expresses-deep-grief-at-the-horrific-tragedy-at-virgina.html Islamic Circle of North America expresses deep grief at the horrific tragedy unfolded at the campus of Virginia Tech on April 16, 2007. We wish to convey our deepest condolences to the students, parents and staff of those who lost a loved one in this tragedy. We pray for speedy recovery for those who are injured or wounded at this tragic event. All those affected by this tragedy would be in our thoughts and prayers. Tue, 17 Apr 2007 09:11:30 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-sponsors-usa-arts-and-islam-tour.html -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- Cutting edge cultural dialogue – Acclaimed British Muslim artist teams up with Arts Council England in groundbreaking US “Arts and Islam” tour Mohammed’s unique fusion of aerosol art with Islamic calligraphy has taken an urban art form from street walls to galleries and spiritual art into new dimensions. His art has been reported as a “bridge of understanding” between faith communities across the world, and has been featured in international media ranging from CNN and the BBC to Al Jazeera. He has showcased his work across the UK, Dubai and Denmark and is looking forward to his first... Thu, 22 Mar 2007 12:15:46 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/u.s.-muslim-coalition-calls-for-fasting-in-solidarity-with-detained-fla.html WASHINGTON, DC - Feb. 18, 2007: The American Muslim Taskforce for Civil Rights and Elections (AMT), a coalition of major Muslim organizations, today called for a worldwide rolling fast in support of Dr. Sami Al-Arian. Al-Arian is the former Florida professor who has been on a hunger strike since January 21 to protest his detention and treatment by federal authorities. AMT is asking Muslims and other people of conscience around the world to fast every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for as long as Al-Arian continues his hunger strike. Tue, 20 Feb 2007 09:11:55 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/american-muslims-call-al-arian-imprisonment-double-jeo.html National Islamic coalition seeks end to 'harassment' of Florida professor (WASHINGTON, D.C., 1/29/07) - The American Muslim Taskforce on Civil Rights and Elections (AMT), a national coalition of major American Muslim organizations, today said the new prison sentence given to former Florida professor Sami Al-Arian amounted to unconstitutional double jeopardy. Al-Arian recently began a hunger strike after being given a sentence of up to 18 months for refusing to testify before a grand jury in Virginia . He and his attorney say an early plea agreement freed him from further cooperation with the government. Al-Arian's supporters say he... Mon, 29 Jan 2007 12:08:37 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-is-relieved-by-the-popes-apology.html (Jamaica, NY) The Islamic Circle of North America has issued the following statement on the recent apology of the Pope: The Islamic Circle of North America is relieved with the open apology made by the Pope Benedict XVI in his speech delivered on Sunday in Bavaria , Rome. We are happy that the Pope has made it very clear that the medieval text which he quoted in his speech delivered in Germany a few days ago did not express in any way his personal opinion. In his speech the Pope said, ...I am deeply sorry for the reactions in some... Sun, 17 Sep 2006 10:54:01 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-greatly-disturbed-by-the-popes-recent-speech.html (Jamaica, New York) The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), a national Muslim grassroots organization has issued the following statement on the recent speech made by Pope Benedict XVI in Germany; The Islamic Circle of North America is greatly disturbed by the recent speech made by Pope Benedict XVI and is asking the Vatican to avoid quoting statements which do not help in bringing about peace in today's world. We expect far more wisdom from the Pope, who leads almost a billion Catholics around the world. The 14th century Byzantine Christian Emperor quoted by the Pope waged wars in the... Sat, 16 Sep 2006 01:26:38 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/american-muslims-urge-un-to-enforce-mideast-cease-fire.html Muslim nations urged to end diplomatic relations with Israel (WASHINGTON, D.C., 8/2/06) - The American Muslim Taskforce on Civil Rights and Elections (AMT), a national coalition of major American-Muslim organizations, today urged the United Nation to fulfill its legal and moral responsibility by implementing an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon and Gaza. The coalition also urged Muslim nations to immediately end all diplomatic ties with Israel until a peaceful and permanent resolution to the present conflict is achieved. In its statement, the coalition said: As American Muslim leaders, we often serve as a bridge between the United States and the Islamic... Wed, 02 Aug 2006 19:54:11 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/humanitarian-crisis-in-lebanon.html Recent fighting in Lebanon resulted in hundreds of deaths, thousands injured, and more than one million displaced. Immediate emergency relief is needed to help the injured and displaced people. Children, women and elderly are most vulnerable and need urgent relief supplies including food, medicine, and shelter. Help us to help the Needy. Helping Hand will be implementing its relief programs in Lebanon through Life, Doctors Without Borders and Red Cross/Red Crescent Donate now. Helping Hand USA - 1.877.521.6291 Wed, 02 Aug 2006 00:19:23 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-asks-us-government-to-demand-a-cease-fire-in-le.html The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), a grassroots organization of American Muslims, requests the U.S. government to demand a cease fire between Israel and Lebanon as the UN, and EU have already done. A humanitarian crisis has been created which is leaving people in a horrible condition. Airports, roads and bridges have been bombed heavily which has severely hampered any humanitarian aid. Hundreds of innocent people have been killed in Israeli air strikes, while over a thousand have been left injured. We call everyone to donate charitable organizations which will help to ease the suffering in the... Sat, 29 Jul 2006 15:06:14 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-condemns-attacks-on-the-jewish-center-in-seattle.html The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), a grassroots organization of American Muslims, strongly condemns the attack on the Jewish Center in Seattle. ICNA offers condolences to the families of those killed or injured in this attack. In a statement, Naeem Baig, Secretary General of ICNA said, These violent acts by those who claim to represent Islam, are against the teachings of Islam and the practices of the prophet Mohammad . We ask the authorities to step up security measures of religious institutions such as synagogues, mosques and churches. ICNA also urges people of all faith and cultures to... Sat, 29 Jul 2006 14:50:42 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-condemns-train-blasts-in-india.html The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), a grassroots organization of American Muslims, condemns the train blasts in Mumbai, India that has killed about 183 people and wounded more than 700. In a statement, ICNA president Dr. Khurshid Khan said: The train blasts in India are inhumane and are barbaric acts. We express our strongest condemnation and anguish at the perpetrators ,whosoever may be behind this heinous and cowardly attack . We join all Indians and people of conscience around the world in calling for identifying the culprits and bringing them to justice. We also express our deep... Wed, 12 Jul 2006 17:44:18 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/u.s.-muslim-coalition-condemns-israeli-actions-in-gaza.html (WASHINGTON, D.C., 7/10/06) - The American Muslim Taskforce on Civil Rights and Elections (AMT), a national coalition of 11 major American-Muslim organizations, today said Israel's continued targeting of the Palestinian civilian and infrastructure is a war crime that should be condemned by the Bush administration. In its statement, the coalition said: The Israeli army has been waging a full-fledged war against the Palestinian population, killing scores of civilian men, women and children. These crimes followed an unprecedented act of kidnapping dozens of democratically-elected Palestinian officials and cabinet ministers, including the deputy prime minister. Such acts are nothing short of... Mon, 10 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/national-muslim-organizations-offer-practical-steps-to-end-darfur-c.html (Washington DC, May 2, 2006) - Several national Muslim American organizations today reiterated their concern for the crisis in Darfur, and condemned the violence, which has been perpetrated upon villages by government sponsored militias and the rebels, and has produced more than 1.3 million internally displaced refugees. The United States Government has determined the continuation of targeted violence against the people of Darfur constitutes genocide. The United Nations, Amnesty International and other agencies disagree on this point. The joint statement by the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC), the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR)... Sun, 07 May 2006 17:08:27 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-takes-stand-against-sectarian-violence-and-attacks-on-places-of-wo.html The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), a non-sectarian grassroots organization of American Muslims, has strongly condemned the attack on on the Shia mosque in Samarra, Iraq. The attack on a Masjid, a house of Allah is clearly a wicked action caused by nothing but corruption of the heart. Satan's plan is (but) to excite enmity and hatred between you... and hinder you from the remembrance of Allah, and from prayer: will ye not then abstain? -Qur'an (5:91). Sat, 04 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-stands-in-solidarity-with-attacked-baptist-churches.html The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), a grassroots organization of American Muslims, has strongly condemned the senseless arson attacks on ten Baptist churches in Alabama, five of which were burnt to the ground. Thu, 16 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-offers-condolences-on-the-death-of-coretta-scott-king-wife-of-dr.-martin-luther- The President of the Islamic Circle of North America, Dr. Khurshid Khan, issued the following statement on the death of Coretta Scott King, a great civil rights activist, leader and wife of Martin Luther King Jr: Tue, 07 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-condemns-blasphemous-cartoons-depicting-prophet-muhamm.html The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) unequivocally condemns the depiction of any of the prophets from Adam to Moses to Jesus to Muhammad (May peace be upon all of them). ICNA joins all Muslims worldwide in stating and calling for the demonstration of our displeasure with the printing and reprinting of such horrible blasphemous images published by Denmark's Jyllands-Posten paper and later reprinted in newspapers in France, Germany, Italy, Hungary, the Netherlands and Spain.All of these newspapers claim that they were exercising their right to free speech. But where can we draw the line between Free Speech and... Fri, 03 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0100 http://www.icna.org/icna/press-releases/icna-calls-for-the-immediate-release-of-jill-carroll.html The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA), a grassroots organization of American Muslims, has strongly condemned the wrongful abduction of American Journalist Ms. Jill Carroll of Christian Science Monitor and has called for her Immediate Release. ICNA-Houston President Hanif Harris joined Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) and Houston Muslim Community Muslim Leadership in a Press Conference to fervently denounce this act of kidnapping of a journalist.A recent report said that 28 years old Jill Carroll, recently helped in the backyard of her Iraqi friends prepare the traditional Eid-AL-Adha meal. She proficiently speaks Arabic and has been reporting from Iraq since... Tue, 24 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0100