CAIR-OHIO MEETS TV EXECUTIVES OVER POLITICAL ADS

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December
4

Meeting prompted by Anti-Islamic bias in Progress for America Ads

(CLEVELAND, OH, 12/4/06) – The Council on American-Islamic Relations, Ohio Chapter recently met with top executives at WYTV-Channel 33, the local ABC affiliate in Youngstown. The meeting was prompted by community members who contacted CAIR after the station ran political ads by the national organization Progress for America which contained anti-Islamic images.

At the meeting, the station manager and news director thanked CAIR for voicing the concerns of local Muslim and Arab-Americans and invited CAIR to work with the station to broadcast a Community Forum segment. WYTV also agreed to air CAIR’s anti-terrorism public service announcement.

Contact: Julia A. Shearson, Director, Cleveland Office, 216.830.2247 or 216.440.2247; E-Mail events@cleveland.cair.com; Dr. Asma Mobin-Uddin, President, CAIR-OHIO, 614-761-9650, E-Mail: asma@cair-ohio.com.

Muslim Leaders Meet Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

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October
12

(CLEVELAND, OH, 10/12/06) – Leaders of the Muslim community of Cleveland met this week with The Most Reverend Richard G. Lennon, the new Bishop of the Catholic Diocese. The purpose of the meeting was to welcome Bishop Lennon and to discuss relations between the Diocese and the Muslim community in Northeast Ohio.

During the meeting, Muslim leaders presented information about Islam and Muslims in Northeast Ohio and expressed their hope for a continuation of the relations established by the Bishop Emeritus Anthony M. Pilla. The Muslim participants also praised the work of Father Joseph Hilinski, Interfaith Director of the Catholic Diocese, who helped build ties between the two communities.

“The groundwork for good relations between the Muslim and Catholic communities in Northeast Ohio has been established,” said Fareed Siddiq, President of Religion of Peace, a local organization active in interfaith dialogue. “And we look forward to expanding the cooperation and friendship among the people of our respective faith traditions.”

Joining the meeting were representatives of Uqbah Mosque Foundation, the Islamic Center of Cleveland, the Islamic Society of Akron and Kent, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, and the Religion of Peace.

CONTACT: Fareed Siddiq, President, Religion of Peace, 440.247.1340 or 216.798.8555, siddiq1@sbcglobal.net; Isam Zaiem, Chair, Council on American-Islamic Relations, Cleveland Office, 216.337.7928, isamz@sbcglobal.net; [Dr. Jalal AbuShaweesh, President, Islamic Center of Cleveland,  440.541.3082, jxa16@case.edu; Ramez Islambouli, President, Uqbah Mosque Foundation, 216.288.6145; rislambouli@yahoo.com]

CAIR-OHIO HELPS IRAQI BOY DURING MEDICAL TREATMENT

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June
8

(CLEVELAND, OH, 6/8/06) – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OHIO), Cleveland office recently helped coordinate local Muslim community volunteers to provide comfort and support for an Iraqi boy who was brought to Cleveland for medical treatment.

The treatment undergone at the Cleveland Clinic was made possible through arrangements by the Iraqi Assistance Center under the auspices of the US Military. Transport and logistics were provided by the Michigan/Ohio Chapter of Healing the Children, a humanitarian organization dedicated to providing medical care to children in need from throughout the world. Also assisting in “Project Omar,” named after the little boy, was Rotary International, the Iraqi Medical Sciences Association (IMSA-USA), and the Council on American-Islamic Relations, Cleveland Office.

CAIR’s role was to assist by arranging volunteers to help the Iraqi family feel welcome, comfortable and supported during their stay. CAIR arranged for Muslim community volunteers to provide Iraqi meals, take the family shopping and to community events, and many other services. According to medical providers, such support services are invaluable in the recovery and healing process.

CAIR Chapters in Ohio, Michigan and New Jersey are actively involved in this beneficial and expanding program.

To assist in helping children from Iraq or on other CAIR projects, please contact the Cleveland office at 216.830.2247 or events@cleveland.cair.com.

CAIR-OHIO PROVIDES TRAINING TO FAIRVIEW HOSPITAL PARISH NURSES

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May
17

Seminar offers information on culture, religion and caring for Muslim patients

(CLEVELAND, OH, 5/17/06) –  The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OHIO), Cleveland Office recently provided training to parish nurses affiliated with the Fairview, Lutheran, and Lakewood Hospitals, which are part of the Cleveland Clinic Health System.

The training entitled Cultural Competency: Understanding the Muslim Patient is part of a series of ongoing outreach efforts by CAIR-OHIO in the health care field. Recent healthcare-related seminars offered by the Cleveland office include the Hospice of the Western Reserve and Metro Health Hospital.

The Parish Nurse Program at Fairview Hospital is designed to meet the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs through a wholistic approach. Nurses who are part of the program work directly in their parish communities to provide health services and wellness information. Because many of their service areas encompassed members of the Muslim community, the nurses requested a seminar on how to provide culturally competent care to Muslim patients.

Dr. Shazia Khan, internal medicine specialist at MetroHealth Medical Center, led the training. CAIR also provided the publication “A Health Care Provider’s Guide to Islamic Religious Practices” as well as other materials on Islam and cultural sensitivity.

The program received many accolades and follow-up speaking requests.

Contact: Julia A. Shearson, Director, Cleveland Office, 216.830.2247, E-Mail: events@cleveland.cair.com; Dr. Asma Mobin-Uddin, President, CAIR-OHIO, 614.451.3232, E-Mail: asma@cair-ohio.com.

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CAIR-OHIO MEETS WITH NORTH OLMSTED MAYOR

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March
29

(CLEVELAND, OH, 3/29/06) – Representatives of the Cleveland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OHIO) met recently with the Mayor of North Olmsted, Thomas O’Grady. The meeting focused on fostering increased civic participation by the Muslim community, issues of police community relations, and the status of civil rights in America.

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CAIR-OHIO JOINS LIBRARY FORUM ON CARTOON CONTROVERSY

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March
9

(CLEVELAND, OH 3/9/06) – On Wednesday, March 8, members of the Cleveland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations were invited to participate in a forum entitled “The Cartooning of Mohammed: Free Speech or Hate Speech.”  The forum is part of a discussion series called “An Evening of Civil Discourse” sponsored by the Geauga County Public Library.

The event, held in the Bainbridge Public Library, offered a chance to exchange ideas on press freedoms and ethical journalism, as well as free speech, religious tolerance and foreign policy. Dave Lange, editor of the Chagrin Valley Times and the Times Courier newspapers provided a media perspective, while members of the Council on American-Islamic Relations and the Religion of Peace organization provided a Muslim perspective.  Approximately 30 people attended the program. CAIR presented the children’s book My Name is Bilal, written by Dr. Asma Mobin-Uddin, as a gift to the library.

Cleveland Muslims Meet with Officials from The Plain Dealer

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January
19

Meeting prompted by biased article on Ohio Muslim Charity

(CLEVELAND, OH, 1/19/06) – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-OHIO) recently hosted editors and reporters from The Plain Dealer at a meeting to discuss the paper’s coverage of Islam and Muslims.

The meeting, which brought together Muslim community leaders and The Plain Dealer editors and reporters, was called by CAIR in response a recent article on the Muslim charity KindHearts. The article angered local Muslims due to its near exclusive reliance on the infamous Islamophobe Steven Emerson.

At the meeting, CAIR officials presented a detailed analysis of The Plain Dealer’s 2005 coverage, citing marked improvement over the previous year. However, a number of concerns remained, including the lack of Muslim journalists at the paper, missed opportunities to present local Muslim reaction to crucial national and international issues, misuse of Islamic terms, sensationalism, factual inaccuracies and bias. CAIR urged The Plain Dealer to step up its role as government watchdog and faulted the paper for not investigating potential federal misuse of delayed notification warrants and overly broad search and seizure methods against local Muslim businesses.

Citing a lack of Muslim journalists in top journalism schools, The Plain Dealer pledged to work with CAIR and local mosques to host media seminars and career days. The paper also agreed to recruit Muslims for its job shadowing program.

Present at the meeting were community leaders from the Muslim Association of Cleveland East (MACE), The Islamic Center of Cleveland, Uqbah Mosque Foundation, First Cleveland Mosque, AACCESS, Peace in the Hood, IntraCity Muslim Action Network (IMAN), the Ansar Institute, as well as several Muslim attorneys and professionals. The Plain Dealer side included top editors as well as columnists and reporters who frequently cover issues relating to the Muslim community.

CAIR, America’s largest Muslim civil liberties group, has 30 offices and chapters nationwide and in Canada. Its mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding.

To read CAIR’s Mission, Vision Statement and Core Principles, go to: https://www.cair.com/about-us/vision-mission-core-principles.html

CONTACT: Julia A. Shearson, 216.830.2247 or 216.440.2247, E-Mail: jshearson@cair.com; Ibrahim Hooper, 202.488.8787 or 202.744.7726, E-Mail: ihooper@cair.com

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CLEVELAND IMAM SWORN IN AS CITY CHAPLAIN

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September
19

(CLEVELAND, OH, 9/19/05) – A prominent Cleveland Muslim, Imam Abbas Ahmad of First Cleveland Mosque, was recently sworn in by Police Chief Michael McGrath as an official Muslim chaplain for the City of Cleveland.

As an official chaplain for the city of Cleveland Imam Abbas’ duties will include crisis intervention for police officers and the community. Also sworn in was Bishop John Hilton of Faith Temple Church of God. A number of family members, friends and members of the Muslim community joined Imam Abbas at police headquarters for the ceremony.

On Sunday, September 18, a gathering was held at First Cleveland Mosque to honor Imam Abbas for his appointment. At that time, he was presented with a certificate from CAIR recognizing the contributions he has made to the Cleveland Muslim community. Imam Abbas frequently participates in official religious services for the City. He recently represented the Muslim community at the memorial service for slain US Marines and at an interfaith service for the victims of Hurricane Katrina. He is the Amir of the Council of Mosques and has played an important role in helping to unify the Muslim community.

Imam Abbas retired this year from the Cleveland Public School system after 29 years of service, the last three years in the position of Dean of Students at Carl Louis Stokes Academy. Imam Abbas is the grandson of First Cleveland Mosque founder, Imam Wali Akram.

CONTACT: Julia A. Shearson, 216.830.2247 or 216.440.2247, E-Mail: jshearson@cair.com

CAIR JOINS TOLEDO ISLAMIC CENTER IN RADIO BROADCAST

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August
12

Clear Channel Talk Radio Broadcasts from Islamic Center of Greater Toledo

(Toledo, OH, 8/12/05) – The Islamic Center of Greater Cleveland hosted Clear Channel’s 1370 WSPD News Radio show Bob Frantz and the Morning News on Friday, August 12. The three-hour program, which was broadcast live from the Islamic Center, helped dispel stereotypes about Islam and Muslims. The public was invited to the forum and to sample a beautiful Middle Eastern breakfast prepared by the Muslim Women’s Auxiliary.

The president of the Islamic Center, Dr. Zaheer Hasan, who organized the forum, arranged for Bob Frantz, Executive Producer of the popular morning news show Bob Frantz and the Morning News, to broadcast from the live from the Islamic Center in order to reach out to the broader American public. The radio town hall forum highlighted the recent fatwa condemning terrorism issued by the Fiqh Council of North America. The Center’s leadership invited Julia Shearson, CAIR’s Cleveland office director, to speak about the fatwa and CAIR’s efforts at publicizing the fatwa and gathering endorsements.

During the program, Dr. Mahjabeen Islam described a campaign she initiated called “Project Friday Khutbah.” The campaign is a grass roots effort to encourage imams to condemn terrorism in their weekly Friday sermons. CAIR is also asking Muslim communities across the country to request that the anti-terrorism fatwa be read during sermons.

To read the full text of the fatwa go to: https://www.cair.com/component/content/article/26-anti-terrorism/11706-fatwa-against-terrorism.html

“This was an invaluable chance to reach out to more than 100,000 ordinary Americans during their morning commute,” said Julia Shearson. “Islamic centers across the country should follow Toledo’s lead and request that their local talk radio stations hold similar forums.”

For more information, contact the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo at 419.874.3500, info@icgt.com; or CAIR, Cleveland office 216.830.2247, events@cleveland.cair.com.

CAIR Meets with Cuyahoga County Commissioner

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July
7

(Cleveland, OH, 7/7/05) – The Cleveland office of CAIR-OHIO recently met with Cuyahoga County Commissioner Tim Hagan to discuss a range of issues concerning the Muslim community. The meeting was part of a broader outreach effort undertaken by CAIR to acquaint area civic leaders and elected officials with the Muslim community. The outreach program, entitled “100VIPs,” is designed to promote interaction among Muslims and various community leaders across Ohio.

CAIR officials highlighted the diversity among Muslims in Cuyahoga County and provided background on the level of professionalism and entrepreneurship among the Muslim population, citing the plethora of doctors, researchers, engineers and Muslim business owners who contribute to economic development in the County.

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