Ramadan is considered the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, a month of high spirituality in which Muslim people fast and focus on reflection and growth. But following several hate crimes in Oklahoma City and violence in mosques and other places of worship around the world, some feel a bigger sense of uneasiness than they […]
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Capitol CAIR
The Oklahoma chapter of Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has seen its annual Muslim Day at the Capitol event grow exponentially since 2015. What started as a somewhat basic introduction to the Capitol has grown into a full-blown day of action and advocacy. Lani Habrock, CAIR government affairs director, said the group began the event […]
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This issue of refugees in OK was met with mixed reactions
News that the U.S. might take in refugees sparked debate among Oklahomans.
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Oklahoma Muslims face challenges during the holidays
Recent incidents of terrorism and cultural and generational differences pose problems for Muslim Oklahomans, especially during the holiday season.
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Jewish/Muslim Film Institute presents Free Men to illuminate Jewish-Muslim relations
Film was chosen as the best vehicle for the conversations because it allows the group to showcase stories without distractions.
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Diverse honors
Kevin Durant Photo by Shannon Cornman Kevin Durant will be among honorees at Dialogue Institute Oklahoma City’s friendship dinner and awards ceremony on April 1. It is a nonprofit organization that was founded with the express purpose of furthering interfaith dialogue, especially in the wake of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. The award […]