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September 5, 2015 @ 12:00 am

Saturday, September 5th

9:00 – 10:30 AM
LAX Room
Civic Engagement and the Muslim Community

Come join us for a roundtable and deep dive into a discussion exploring civic engagement
and its effect on the Muslim community. We will analyze the current levels of civic
participation, understand the biggest barriers, and work on solutions which can be used by
your communities to increase participation.
Speakers: Tamim Chowdhury, Zahra Billoo, Tasneem Siddiqui
Facilitator: Maryam Jamali

3:30 – 4:30 PM
Session 7I, Room 28
Muslims in Public Schools: Student Rights, Curriculum, and Parental Support

Studies indicate that at least 50% of Muslim youth experience biased-based school bullying. Classrooms often omit or minimize Islam from curricula and limit exposure to literature
that enhances an American Muslim identity. Advocacy and awareness can promote professional development, and parental empowerment. This session will address solutions and frequently asked questions.
Speakers: Maha Elgenaidi, Seema Imam, Zahra Billoo, Sadia Warsi
Moderator: Rabya Khan

4:45 – 5:45 PM
Session 8C, Room 25
Countering the Narrative: Community Responses to CVE

A panel discussion featuring the voices of Muslim Americans from diverse backgrounds and approaches to countering violent extremism. Panelists will also address the CVE (Countering
Violent Extremism) Pilot Programs as they are being implemented at the community level. A national perspective will also be provided.
Speakers: Margari Hill, Jaylani Hussein, Yusufi Vali, Michael German
Moderator: Corey Saylor

4:45 – 5:45 PM
Session 8, Hall A
Syria: The Biggest Humanitarian Crisis in the World and the American Muslim Response

The Syrian crisis will be remembered in history as one of the worst catastrophes of our times. The innocent lives lost in Syria, is a wake up call to all Muslims to seriously address
this humanitarian disaster.
Speakers: Azhar Azeez, Lina Sergie, Mohammed Ghanem, Suzanne Akhras Sahloul, Hussam Ayloush
Moderator: Talal Sunbulli

5:45 – 6:45 PM
MYNA Hall
All Our Winners Exhibit

From the Chapel Hill victims to Michael Brown, it seems as though society devalues any non-white lives. All of incredible work they did in their lifetime is simply forgotten after
a few weeks. Contrary to the status quo, these victims’ legacies should continue on for years. Join us as we pay tribute to the lives that people such as Ahmed Merabet led, and
learn how we can continue their legacy
Speaker: Zahra Billoo

6:00 – 7:15 PM
Session 9, Hall A
Open Dialogue: Learning from our Nation’s History

Fifty years ago, President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which grew out of decades of resistance to the segregation and discrimination that restricted the lives of numerous
citizens in the United States. Islam has always been a strong proponent of equality for every human being. Minorities have a strong will and character due in great part to
the struggles they have encountered in their everyday lives. This open forum will address worldwide racism, gender discrimination, and faith discrimination, and ways in which MSA
and ISNA have contributed positively to combating these issues.
Speakers: Dalia Mogahed, Keith Ellison, Nihad Awad, Laila Muhammad, John Esposito, Siraj Wahhaj
Moderator: Ihsan Bagby

Sunday, September 6th

10:00 – 11:00 AM
Session 11, Hall A
Following in the Footsteps of Great Leadership

In this session, speakers will share their personal experiences and success stories relating to existing community-based initiatives and projects. Audience members will gain some
insight into ideas from these Muslim visionaries to assist in community improvement, refinement of organizational governance policies and development of innovative fundraising
and development strategies.
Speakers: Zahra Billoo, Naeem Baig, A. Nasir Jangda
Moderator: Altaf Husain

2:30 – 3:30 PM
Session 14B, Room 9 – 10
The Bilal Initiative – Conversations about Race and Prejudice in Muslim America

The purpose of the Bilal Initiative is to reclaim the multi-generational, multicultural and women-friendly ethos that seemed to be manifested in the early Muslim community as a
result of the leadership of Prophet Muhammad (saw). Aside from the inclusiveness noted above, hadiths leave us a picture of a community that was characterized by open discussion
of differences based on age, race and gender. In addition, it is clear an assertive posture was taken by the Prophet (saw), aimed at resolving such issues for the community. Unfortunately,
it appears that Muslims in the world today have abandoned these core values as manifested in Prophet Muhammad’s (saw) community. Therefore, this Bilal Initiative
is conceived as one way to reclaim these important aspects of our collective heritage by fostering open, honest, respectful community dialog for developing a more just and compassionate
Muslim America.
Speakers: Altaf Husain, Roula Allouch, Dawud Walid, Jimmy Jones
Moderator: Nadia Hassan

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Date:
September 5, 2015
Time:
12:00 am
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