(PITTSBURGH, PA, 12/13/2022) – The Pittsburgh chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Pittsburgh), a chapter of the largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, condemns the racist video reportedly featuring students from the Belle Vernon Area School District after winning their championship.
The Belle Vernon Area School District is currently investigating a video that shows students from the football team taking part in a viral video involving a song that uses a racial slur. The district is taking the matter seriously and is working to address the issue appropriately.
SEE: Belle Vernon school district investigating racist TikTok video
In a statement, CAIR-Pittsburgh Executive Director Christine Mohamed said:
“CAIR-Pittsburgh is deeply concerned by the racist video featuring students from the Belle Vernon Area School District. We strongly condemn this hateful rhetoric and call on the school officials to take swift and appropriate disciplinary action. We also urge school leaders to ensure that diversity and inclusion training is provided to school staff and students.”
She said CAIR and the American Muslim community stand in solidarity with all those challenging antisemitism, systemic anti-Black racism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, white supremacy, and all other forms of bigotry.
CAIR’s 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 Pittsburgh Executive Director Christine Mohamed, 412-606-3601, [email protected]