UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Office Closed
The Muslim Women For office is closed from December 22 until January 5th. During this time, we will not be checking email or social media messages.
We will return to work on January 5, 2025 and will respond to your message as soon as possible upon our return.
Our email for all requests is ask @muslimwomenfor.org
Thank you,
Book Club: Hala Alyan’s 'I'll Tell You When I'm Home'
Let’s gather for an afternoon of community and conversation as we dive into 'I’ll Tell You When I’m Home' by Hala Alyan — a stunning memoir about identity, displacement, and finding belonging.
Virtual Sudanese Healing Space
A Sudanese-only healing space facilitated by mental health professionals
Keep Us Safe: Town Hall for the NC Muslim Community
Keep Us Safe: Town Hall for the NC Muslim Community
Recently, federal agents attacked our community by kidnapping and persecuting family members, friends, and co-workers. Join Muslim Women For for a conversation to get aligned, receive accurate updates about what's happening at the federal and state level, strategize together and get plugged into an Immigrant Rights campaign that will fight for all of us.
Closed: Fall Break
Muslim Women For will be closed for Fall Break and we will return Monday, December 1, 2025.
All urgent requests should be emailed to ask@muslimwomenfor.org
KYR Interacting with ICE (Webinar)
Join CAIR NC & other statewide orgs for a virtual presentation. Learn practical steps to stay informed, prepared, and to support one another.
Masjid and Muslim Business Owner Training
When: Friday 11/21 9:30-11am ET
Where: Virtual
What: Understand your rights as masjid leaders and business owners, the rights of community members, and the best practices to keep your employees and congregations safe
El Nas Lel Nas (The People for the People)
El Nas Lel Nas (The People for the People) is a community kickback rooted in connection, strategy, and organizing for justice. Whether you're a longtime movement builder or just getting started, this gathering is for you.
Stop HB 318 Phone Banking
Join Muslim Women For in Taking Action Against HB 318 — Phone Bank With Us!
Help us mobilize our community to fight back against HB 318, one of several dangerous anti-immigrant bills in North Carolina. We’ll provide training and everything you need to feel confident—just bring a phone, a laptop, and your passion for justice.
Questions? Contact Sondous at sondous@muslimwomenfor.org
Immigrant Rights Day of Action at the North Carolina General Assembly
Muslim Women For is working with several other organizations across the state to take a stand against a slate of 4 bills that have been introduced this session by the NCGA attacking the immigrant community. On 5/21 we will be holding a press conference, dropping-in at legislative offices, and delivering a letter to Governor Stein telling him to veto ALL anti-immigrant legislation.
2nd Annual Community Health Fair
Muslim Women For will be tabling at the 2nd annual community health fair!
Closed for Ramadan/Eid
Muslim Women For will be closed Monday March 24th through Monday March 31st to observe the last days of Ramadan and the Eid holiday. We will return to work on Tuesday April 1st.
Ramadan Night at La Recette Patisserie
Join us at La Recette Patisserie on Saturday, March 22 from 9pm-11:30pm for a post Iftar gathering with Muslim Women For. Registered guests will receive one drink and one food item on us.
Sudanese Youth Network NC Iftar Fundraiser
The Sudanese Youth Network will be hosting a Ramadan Charity Iftar with all proceeds going to the Human Development Fund (HDF).
Join them for the First Annual SYN Iftar – A Night of Giving and Gratitude!
This year, they are raising our voices and funds for those in urgent need with @humandevelopmentfund’s “A Month of Giving”
Know Your Rights Iftar
Do you have any specific questions regarding the recent executive orders and how they may impact you?
Join us and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) for a Know Your Rights presentation and community Iftar on March 4th at 5:15 pm.
CAIR NC will present a Know Your Rights session to inform students and community members about the executive orders and other legislation/policies that could impact future organizers and the Muslim and Arab communities on campus.
We provide the space to work with our communities to build on the coalition and community defense necessary to keep us safe, and our movements strong.
All are welcome! A prayer room will also be provided!
The location is also very close to the Dan Allen Parking deck, and parking at NC State University is free after 5 PM!
If you are part of an organization that wishes to endorse or cosponsor this event, please fill out this form:https://forms.gle/2NUEuH4F97GBtj9k6
We thank the following organizations for their help, endorsement, or cosponsorship that made this event possible:
Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), NCSU Graduate Workers Union, UE Local 150, Horticultural Science Graduate Student Association, Graduate Student Association, Biology, NCSU Students for Justice in Palestine, NCSU Muslim Students Association, Dissenters NCSU, Palestinian Youth Movement NC, Muslim Women For, Campus Community Alliance for Environmental Justice, Young Democratic Socialists of America of NCSU
Schedule:
5:15-5:30: Arrival
5:40pm: Start EST
6:15 pm: Iftar/Salah
6:45-7:15pm: Q&A
Ramadan 2025/1446
Ramadan, a holy month for Muslims, is the ninth month of the year in the lunar Islamic calendar. Muslims believe that the Qu'ran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) during Ramadan and use this time for self-reflection, spiritual growth and connection, generosity, increased worship, and community building.
Able-bodied and observing Muslims begin fasting- abstaining from all food, liquids, chewing gum, smoking, and taking medication- from sunrise to sunset. Since Ramadan is taking place this year from March to April, observers will be fasting for 12 to 13 hours each day. A lack of food or water, and changing sleep schedules can lead to fatigue, dehydration, headaches, and lack of energy.
We’d like to provide some context about the month and our capacity. As a team, we will not be available in the evenings. This is the time we will be breaking fast, worshiping, and spending time with family. You can expect much slower responses from our staff as they alter their schedules to best balance their needs for spiritual, emotional and mental wellbeing during this month.
May this holy month fill your life with happiness, patience, and renewed energy in the pursuit of justice!
Inaugural Roots Of Resilience Banquet
Hosted by NC Palestinian-American Leadership Incorporated (nc_pali)
A NIGHT FOR COMMUNITY BUILDING AFTER ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT TIMES OF THE YEAR: THE OLIVE HARVEST SEASON IN PALESTINE
6:30 PM
The Palm Venue & Catering
740 SE Maynard Rd, Cary, NC
GUEST SPEAKERS FROM NCPALI AND OUR SISTER ORGANIZATIONS, INCLUDING CAIR,
GATHERGOOD,
VOICES FOR JUSTICE,
MUSLIM WOMEN FOR
MOTHERS FOR CEASEFIRE
ONE BODY INITIATIVE, AND MORE!
Aflam al Sudan
We will be watching films about the revolution in Sudan as well as films which speak to the spirit and culture of the Sudanese people.
Ceasefire Press Conference
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 30, 2024
Contact:
Lela Ali, 252-955-9502, info@muslimwomenfor.org
Hadeel Hamoud, hadeel@muslimwomenfor.org
JVP: Steve Bader, 919-637-6949, badersteve@hotmail.com
47 North Carolina elected officials sign open letter urging Biden-Harris Administration and NC Congressional delegation for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza
Submission Deadline: Zine #2 Food
For the second issue of the Tabadul Collective Zine, we are exploring food.
How does food connect us? How is food used to delineate between different communities? Between different parts of ourselves? Are there specific dishes that instantly transport you to a moment in time? Are there food practices you grew up with that you find yourself returning to now? Are there dishes that you detest? Are those negative associations rooted in a memory, or a visceral sensory response? Please get detailed—tell us all about the texture, color, and of course, taste.
We accept unpublished visual and written submissions including art, photography, poetry, fiction, short essays, and recipes. For recipes, we would appreciate submissions that combine recipes with another element (for example, a recipe accompanied by art, or a recipe in the form of a poem or accompanied by poetry).
We will prioritize submissions from artists of color and artists who identify as Muslim, but all submissions are welcome, and deeply appreciated! Please send your submissions to tabadulcollective@gmail.com. If you have questions, you can DM us on Instagram at @tabadul-collective or e-mail.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: June 30th
Application Deadline: ACE Fellowship
The 2024 Muslim Women For Advocacy and Civic Engagement Fellowship program will take place from May to December 2024 with an annual month-long break during the summer. Fellows will be working with regional organizing directors to advance Muslim Women For’s programming and organizing goals, namely assisting with November 2024 local and statewide election mobilization, base building, legislative advocacy, and rapid response work.
Application Deadline is May 15 at 11:59pm EST.
Apply here: About Organizing Fellowship
Triangle Community Iftar
Join us for an evening to process the last few months together, celebrate any wins, and honor the voices that have led the way; iftar will be served.
Triad Community Iftar
Join us for an evening to process the last few months together, celebrate any wins, and honor the voices that have led the way; iftar will be served.
Grassroots Organizing Call
Connect with us for an uplifting night of community, creativity, and positive impact as Muslim Women For's entire staff and leadership share their history of empowering women and supporting crucial causes. Step into our creative poetry space, led by local poet Katie Shlon, to find your own poetic voice. Learn firsthand how Muslim Women For actively promotes Palestinian liberation locally and aids ceasefire resolutions as we provide powerful updates on their efforts toward justice in Palestine.
With community bonding, artistic expression, and inspiring advocacy updates in store, you won't want to miss this meaningful and motivational evening. Remember to bring a pen and paper to actively capture your creative sparks!
Please register by clicking here.
Learn more about our Grassroots Organizer Initative.
Staff Retreat
This is a retreat for Muslim Women For staff. Please expect a delayed response from us during this time.
Raleigh City Council: Call for Ceasefire
Speak or attend Tuesday November 21 at 1 pm at the Raleigh City Council meeting – to make sure the resolution for a ceasefire is discussed and passes.
Press Conference on Palestine
At 12:30pm EST on Thursday, November 16th, Muslim Women For and coalition partners will host a press conference in front of the Governor’s Mansion. We have a list of demands for the Governor that we will be sharing publicly. We invite you to attend in person, if possible. The press release for the event can be found on our website.
Muslims for Just Future's HEAL Session
Join Muslim for Just Future's Chaplain Yasmin Yonis on the first Friday of every single month from 7:00-8:00 pm EST for our HEAL Circle. Please register by 9 a.m. and use the link below. Please note that closed-captioning will be provided.
Note: Due to the crisis in Palestine there will be an additional HEAL Session on Friday November 10, 2023.
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