Video: CAIR Georgia Marches & Speaks at Two Post-Inauguration Demonstrations
(ATLANTA, GA – 1/21/17) The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-GA) co-sponsored, delivered speeches, and marched at two Atlanta demonstrations in response to President Trump’s inauguration, including the Atlanta March for Social Justice & Women, which also featured remarks by Congressman John Lewis. “These marches gave diverse communities a chance to learn […]
Georgia Muslims Call on Gwinnett Commissioner To Apologize or Resign For Calling John Lewis a “Racist Pig”
(ATLANTA, GA – 1/16/17) Georgia’s Muslim community today called on Gwinnett County Commissioner Tommy Hunter to either apologize or resign after he called Congressman John Lewis a “racist pig” in a Facebook post. “Georgia Muslims feel a special affection for Congressman John Lewis, whose legacy reminds our community that winning civil rights and defeating bigotry are achievable goals,” […]
Tickets on Sale! CAIR Georgia’s 3rd Annual Gala, “Faith Led, Justice Driven,” on March 9, 2019
(ATLANTA, GA – 3/9/19) Please join CAIR Georgia for it its third major fundraising banquet, which we plan to hold on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel, God willing. Buy a discounted ticket, reserve a table, or sponsor the event today!
CAIR-GA Delivers Know Your Rights Presentation at Masjid Omar in Norcross
(NORCROSS, GA – 12/17/16) The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-GA) delivered its Know Your Rights (Law Enforcment) Presentation at Masjid Omar ibn Abdul Aziz. During the presentation, CAIR-GA Executive Director Edward Ahmed Mitchell discussed the do’s and don’ts of interactions with law enforcement, from traffic stops to courtroom visits to FBI […]
Text: CAIR Georgia’s Letter To Rep. Jason Spencer After Anti-Muslim Remarks
(ATLANTA, GA – 1/4/17) The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations sent the following letter to Rep. Jason Spencer after the state legislator accused one of his constituents, a college student, of treason because the young man criticized House Bill 3, Spencer’s withdrawn proposal to ban women from wearing niqabs, and donated $10 […]
CAIR-GA Again Invites Rep. Jason Spencer To Dialogue With Georgia Muslims
(ATLANTA, GA, 1/5/17) – The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-GA) today encouraged Rep. Jason Spencer (R-Woodbine) to meet with Georgia Muslims leaders, as well as with a constituent who Rep. Spencer accused of treason after criticized House Bill 3, Spencer’s withdrawn Islamophobic proposal to ban women from wearing veils.
CAIR-GA Wins 2016 Chapter of the Year Award at 22nd Annual CAIR Nat’l Banquet
(12/17/16 – ARLINGTON, VA) The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations received the 2016 Chapter of the Year Award during CAIR’s 22nd annual banquet, which was held outside Washington, DC, on Dec. 17th. CAIR-GA Executive Director Edward Ahmed Mitchell, who also served as emcee of the banquet, accepted the award alongside board member […]
Fight for $15: CAIR-GA Joins Striking Workers Demanding Livable Minimum Wage
(11/29/16 – ATLANTA, GA) The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations today joined a Fight for $15 protest held by Atlanta workers striking to demand a higher minimum wage. Thousands of American workers nationwide, particularly fast-food workers, went on strike during a National Day of Action. CAIR-GA Executive Director Edward Ahmed Mitchell spoke […]
Linda Sarsour Encourages Georgia Muslim Students & Activists During Visit To Roswell
12/5/16 – ROSWELL, GA) The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations today thanked activist Linda Sarsour for organizing, inspiring and encouraging Georgia Muslims during a weekend visit to Atlanta. Sarsour, the executive director of the Arab-American Association of New York, has been commended as a “champion of change” by the Obama administration. During […]
Video: CAIR-GA Interviewed By CNN As Muslims Confront Post-Election Bigotry
(ATLANTA, GA – 11/29/16) The Georgia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations today appeared on CNN International to discuss how Georgia Muslims are reacting to a spike in anti-Muslim hate speech since Election Day. Video: CAIR-GA on CNN International 11/29 Among other things, CAIR-GA discussed with CNN a threatening letter sent to the Islamic Center […]