On Thursday, November 13, the New Jersey chapter of the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ), along with a number of community partner organizations, will co-host the 6th Annual Muslim Day of Advocacy (MDA) on Nov. 13 at the New Jersey State House in Trenton.
This event brings together Muslim leaders, activists, students and community members from across the New Jersey to engage directly with their state elected representatives.
The event’s legislative agenda includes several key issues, including opposing adoption of the IHRA definition of antisemitism, a legislation that would impede the freedom of speech to criticize the Israeli government, supporting the Immigrant Trust Act and the New Jersey Voting Rights Act.
WHAT: 6th Annual Muslim Day of Advocacy.
WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 13, at 9 a.m. ET
WHERE: 125 W. State Street, Trenton, NJ 08608
WHO: Council on American Islamic Relations NJ (CAIR-NJ); CAIR Action NJ; ICNA Council for Social Justice; Emgage Action NJ; Muslim Civic Action NJ; Palestinian American Community Center; American Muslims for Palestine NJ; Indian American Muslim Council; New Jersey Muslim Voice for Progress
MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Representatives from participating organizations and constituents will be ready to offer interviews on the key issues.
CONTACT: CAIR-NJ Communications Manager Aya Elamroussi, 551-208-5482, aelamroussi@cair.com
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
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