Toolkit Contains action items, template letters and resolutions to urge elected officials to recognize Eid and promote a Gaza ceasefire
The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today released its ‘ceasefire-themed’ Ramadan toolkit featuring a resource guide for the Muslim community during the holy month.
SEE: 2024 Maryland Ramadan Toolkit
The toolkit includes actions community members can take to support the passing of SJ5/HJ2 ceasefire resolution in the Maryland General Assembly; template letters for workplace and student accommodations during Ramadan; and advocacy resources such as letters and resolutions urging elected officials to recognize Ramadan and Eid.
Earlier this week, CAIR encouraged leaders of mosques and Islamic centers nationwide to question any relevant public officials who visit their facilities during the upcoming month of Ramadan about their stance on the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
In a statement, CAIR’s Maryland Director Zainab Chaudry said:
“Our faith and conscience compel us to remember and advocate for those suffering through genocide and famine as we enter into this holy month. Each day brings more news of atrocities and injustices against Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. That’s why our office has dedicated this Ramadan to continue tirelessly working for a ceasefire as we nourish our spirits and seek out its blessings and mercy. In this toolkit, CAIR offers ways community members can take action for this cause, as well as templates to help assert your rights and enhance your worship during this sacred month.”
Earlier this week, CAIR encouraged leaders of mosques and Islamic centers nationwide to question any relevant public officials who visit their facilities during the upcoming month of Ramadan about their stance on the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
SEE: CAIR Encourages U.S. Mosque Leaders to Question Public Officials on Gaza Genocide Stance During Ramadan Visits
[NOTE: Ramadan is the month on the Islamic lunar calendar during which Muslims abstain from food, drink and marital relations from break of dawn to sunset. This year, Ramadan is expected to begin on or about March 11. Because dates may vary, consult local mosques or Muslim community leaders for exact dates and times of the beginning and end of Ramadan. The end of Ramadan is marked with the Eid ul-Fitr (EED-al-FITTER), or “feast of fast breaking” holiday, often referred to simply as “Eid.” Many communities hold multicultural bazaars and other family activities following the Eid prayers, which are often attended by public officials.]
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CONTACT: CAIR Maryland Director Zainab Chaudry, zchaudry@cair.com, 410-971-6062; National Deputy Director Edward Ahmed Mitchell, 404-285-9530, e-Mitchell@cair.com; CAIR Government Affairs Director Robert McCaw, 202-742-6448, rmccaw@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, ihooper@cair.com; CAIR National Communications Manager Ismail Allison, 202-770-6280, iallison@cair.com