As-salaamu alaykum (peace be with you)
We at CAIR would like to express our deep appreciation for your generosity and du’aa during the blessed month of Ramadan. Our community and country are going through a trying time. But if you are feeling discouraged by recent anti-Muslim language and actions, take comfort in the tremendous outpouring of support our community has received from Americans of all faiths who rejected intolerance and stood in solidarity with the Muslim community.

When American Muslims are the focus of national attention, the way we present ourselves to our fellow citizens is crucial. Among the lessons we’ve learned recently is that we need to train more spokespeople for our community who know the issues and are trained to do on-camera interviews. With this in mind, CAIR is holding an intensive day-long critical skills training conference on Saturday, October 9 in Arlington, Va., to help meet that need.

The conference will include training sessions for public speaking, on-camera interviews, using social media, political engagement, challenging Islamophobia and knowing your legal rights with law enforcement agencies. Whether you are an imam, president or board member of a mosque, a young business leader, a student leader, an activist, or just someone who wants to help the community, this is the conference you must attend.

Islamophobia has become a growing threat to American Muslims and must be challenged vigorously, methodically, and comprehensively. The Muslim grassroots is a key player in this organized effort. During the conference, we will also present a strategic vision for the American Muslim community for the next 20 years.

As a community, we will stand firm to defend the ideals of civil rights and equality, and we urge that everyone empower themselves to take an active role by joining us at the leadership conference. We have only 200 spaces available for the workshops, so reservations need to be made early.

We are looking forward to a day of practical trainings and an evening of celebrating our community. Please join us on Saturday October 9 by making your reservations today.

To make a reservation over the phone, call 202-742-6454, or you can e-mail banquet@cair.com