(WASHINGTON, D.C., 10/12/23) – Tomorrow (Friday, Oct. 13, at 10 a.m. ET), a coalition of interfaith groups will convene at the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) headquarters in Washington, D.C., to appeal to President Biden for immediate action to stop the ongoing violence and threats against civilians in Palestine and Israel and pursue negotiations for a lasting peace in the Middle East.
WHEN: Friday, October 13, 10 a.m. ET
WHERE: CAIR Headquarters, 453 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
CONTACT: CAIR National Deputy Director Edward Ahmed Mitchell, 404-285-9530, [email protected]; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, [email protected]; CAIR National Communications Manager Ismail Allison, 202-770-6280, [email protected]
WATCH LIVE: The press conference will be broadcast live at https://Facebook.com/CAIRNational
NOTE: Reports who wish to attend the press conference can RSVP by emailing CAIR National Communications Manager Ismail Allison at [email protected]. Only accredited reporters will be permitted to attend the press conference, and all attendees will have to undergo a security screening.
For further information, please contact Ismail Allison, CAIR Communications Manager at [email protected].
Spokespersons representing diverse communities plan to address the pressing need to halt the violence in Gaza, immediately end the occupation, and resume negotiations towards a just and enduring resolution to the long-standing conflict.
Members of the media are welcome to attend the press conference in person or participate in the live stream on Facebook.
CAIR’s mission is to protect civil rights, enhance understanding of Islam, 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 National Deputy Director Edward Ahmed Mitchell, 404-285-9530, [email protected]; CAIR Government Affairs Director Robert McCaw, 202-742-6448, [email protected]; CAIR National Communications Director Ibrahim Hooper, 202-744-7726, [email protected]; CAIR National Communications Manager Ismail Allison, 202-770-6280, [email protected]