CAIR Offer “Challenging Islamophobia” Workshops across Minnesota

TEHRAN (IQNA) - The Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MN) announced that it has received a number of grants to address growing Islamophobia with expanded education and outreach initiatives.

According to CAIR-MN, Muslims in Minnesota have reported more than 30 incidents of intimidation, threats, bullying and harassment since mid-November.

"Islamophobia is real,” said Jaylani Hussein, executive director of CAIR-MN. "It is much more than some comments made by politicians. It is something that is creating a very unsafe environment in our Muslim communities.”

CAIR-MN recently asked several local foundations to help it cover $100,000 in unbudgeted expenses associated with the increased demand for its services. In particular, the civil rights group has responded to more requests to protect civil liberties and encourage dialogue at a time of heightened tensions and when many Minnesota Muslims have feared for their safety.

In particular, the grants will help CAIR-MN offer "Challenging Islamophobia” workshops across Minnesota and create and circulate community safety guides and "Know Your Rights” pocket guides for Minnesota Muslims.

Source: CAIR