On December 21, community leaders representing major Muslim organizations across New York convened for a Community Leadership Strategy Meeting focused on reflection, coordination, and forward planning. The gathering brought together experienced institutional leaders alongside emerging voices to assess the current state of the Muslim community and identify practical paths toward greater unity and impact. The…
(New York, NY, 05/17/2022) – On Wednesday, May 11th, the Islamic Leadership Council of New York met with interfaith community leaders in Ozone Park in a community townhall to discuss proactive measures to prevent community violence. In coordination with grassroots organization, Cityline Ozone Park Community Patrol (COPCP), the townhall was held in Medina Hall with…
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The Islamic Leadership Council of New York unequivocally condemns Zionism and Israel’s occupation of Palestine. We stand with our oppressed Palestinian brothers and sisters. Khutbah Talking Points The following Khutbah talking points have been prepared to help Imams discuss the importance of Jerusalem for Muslims and the ongoing Zionist occupation of Palestine. Click here to…
The Muslim world will not tolerate such blatant disrespect of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and stands in solidarity with their French Muslim brothers and sisters. Over a thousand Muslims from all across New York and New Jersey showed up on a cold and rainy Sunday afternoon to protest in front of the French Embassy at…
This year at Majlis Ash-Shura: Islamic Leadership Council of New York’s 31st Anniversary Banquet at the New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott, we held our 2nd Annual Awards Ceremony for Muslim/ah New Yorker of the Year. Since last year, we have decided to recognize the hard work and achievements of Muslims exhibiting principled leadership by working…
In this update, you can find Khutbah talking points, educational video on new anti-Muslim Bill, and statement of Majlis Ash-Shura on the situation in India.
In this update, you can find Khutbah talking points, educational video on Kashmir, details about protest tomorrow, and statement of Majlis Ash-Shura on Kashmir.
[July 14, 2019] Majlis Ash-Shura of New York held its first annual citywide basketball tournament, Rumble in Dumbo, in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Players represented the diversity of New York City hailing from the 5 boroughs in addition to Yonkers, Long Island, and New Jersey. With a turnout of over 150 players, 22 teams competitively faced…
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…