New York Muslim grassroots organizations have led a joint effort in rallying nearly 4,000 people in taking a stand against Islamophobia, racism, and xenophobia. The rally began with a beautiful recitation of the Holy Qur’an, with many in the crowd reciting Surat al-Fatiha in unison. The rally included a mix of speakers including interfaith alliances…
A little over a week following the horrific mass shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand, where 6 of the 51 victims were Palestinians, New York City Councilman Kalman Yeger made inflammatory anti-Palestinian, anti-Arab, and anti-Muslim remarks. The Councilman tweeted that “Palestine does not exist” and that “Ilhan Omar is an anti-semite.” Majlis Ash-Shura: Islamic Leadership Council…
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Muslim groups to call for action to challenge growing Islamophobia, white supremacy, and anti-immigrant bigotry (New York, NY, 03/22/2019) – On Sunday, March 24, 2019, Muslim leaders and allies across New York City will hold a rally and march against Islamophobia, white supremacy, and anti-immigrant bigotry in Times Square. The rally and march will showcase the…
(New York, NY. 03/15/2019) – In the wake of the horrific mass shooting in Christchurch, New Zealand, Majlis Ash-Shura: Islamic Leadership Council of New York unequivocally condemns this act of terrorism and extends its deepest condolences and prayers to the afflicted families. While this is a time of mourning, it is also a time to reflect on…
Muslim groups to call for action to challenge growing Islamophobia, white supremacy, and anti-immigrant bigotry (New York, NY, 03/15/2019) – Muslim leaders across New York City will hold a news conference in front of the Islamic Cultural Center of New York (the 96th Street Masjid) to respond to the killings of more than 40 worshipers gunned down in terror attacks…
Dr. Hafsa Kanjwal, a professor at Lafayette College, breaks down the history of Kashmir and its struggle for freedom and liberation from India.
This past February, Majlis Ash-Shura: Islamic Leadership Council of New York, hosted its 30th Anniversary Banquet at the Grand Prospect Hall in celebration of the legacy of Muslims in New York. An atmosphere of unity, empowerment, and resilience was present, as more than 450 guests attended our banquet; including diverse congregations from several mosques, community…
(New York, NY. 02/14/2019) – Majlis Ash-Shura: Islamic Leadership Council of New York unequivocally condemns the malicious attacks stemming from structural racism and Islamophobia levied against Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar for highlighting the influence AIPAC has on policies regarding Israel. Additionally, Majlis Ash-Shura of New York denounces the long history of attempts by political partisans…
(NEW YORK, NY, 1/23/19) –The Surveillance Technology Oversight Project (STOP), a leading police accountability organization, and the law firm of Emery Celli Brinckerhoff & Abady LLP (ECBA), a leading civil rights firm, today won their motion for discovery on the NYPD’s policy of forcing suspects to remove religious attire, including the hijab, when arrested. The ruling…