The Maryland office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today announced that registration is now open for “Muslim Youth Day” March 20 in Annapolis.
CAIR Maryland says the event is designed for Muslim students ages 11-17 and includes a tour of the Maryland State House and legislative buildings, educational activities for students about state government and the political process in Annapolis, and meetings with legislators.
Only a few seats remain! Register soon to reserve your spot. A limited number of parents are welcome to accompany their child as chaperones.
WHAT: 2025 Muslim Youth Day at the Capital (MYDAC)
WHEN: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 12:30 – 2:30 pm
WHERE: Maryland State House, 100 State Circle, Annapolis, MD
COST: Free! (Students must arrange their own transportation)
REGISTRATION LINK: https://bit.ly/mydac2025
CONTACT: CAIR Maryland Outreach Coordinator Kimberly Syuardi, [email protected], 202-850-9293
Maryland Youth Day at the Capitol (MYDAC) aims to:
- Introduce Civic Engagement: Educate young American Muslims about the state government and legislative process.
- Foster Leadership Skills: Inspire students to become active participants in their communities and future leaders.
- Encourage Political Awareness: Provide firsthand experience in advocacy and policymaking.
- Connect with Legislators: Offer opportunities to meet and engage with elected officials.
- Empower Identity & Representation: Strengthen confidence in participating in civic life as young American Muslims.
“MYDAC empowers young Muslims to see themselves as future leaders by giving them direct access to the political process and the lawmakers who shape their communities” said CAIR Maryland’s Outreach Coordinator, Kimberly Syuardi.
CAIR has been organizing youth leadership programs in states across the country for more than a decade. Participants in these programs have gone on to become respected community leaders, activists, community organizers, and youth leaders.
CAIR is America’s largest Muslim civil liberties and advocacy organization. Its mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia, y empoderar a los musulmanes en los Estados Unidos.
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CONTACT: CAIR Maryland Director Zainab Chaudry, [email protected], 410-971-6062; CAIR Maryland Outreach Coordinator Kim Syuardi, [email protected], 202-850-9293