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Constitutional Convention Referendum

02/03/2008: There will be a Constitutional Convention referendum in Illinois in November 2008. Please join us in spreading awareness about this within the community at large.

Council Condemns Benazir Bhutto's Murder

12/28/2007:

Eid Mubarak

12/19/2007:

Post Office Prints 40 Million Eid Stamp

11/15/2007:

A Russian Muslim Boxer Wins in Chicago

11/15/2007:

Muhammad Salah Sent to Prison, Again

11/15/2007:

Annual CommUnity Dinner

11/13/2007:

CIOGC Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid Honored by Mayor

11/11/2007:

Ramadan Mubarak!

Taraweeh Location List

09/12/2007: Tonight is the first night of Taraweeh and Thursday, July 13th is the first day of Fasting. Both by calculation and by moon-sighting. Taraweeh locations and Ramadan Plan are available...

Taxi Worker Organizing Project

We Move the City And we deserve Better

07/20/2007:

Want to find out if your lease is in violation?
Want to file a complaint?
Attend the next Taxi Worker Organizing Project meeting:

Saturday, July 28th at 11:00 AMAt Kabob Corner Restaurant,
760 W Jackson

BRING YOUR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH YOU!!
Lawyers, experts and community leaders will be in attendance!

For more information please contact Br. Naim Mansour at: 312506-0070

TIPS ON WRITING LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

07/20/2007: It's always important to let the media know what you think of their programming - be it negative or positive feedback, on issues related to Muslims or the community at large. That's how they know that a demographic is part of their audience. Commit to writing a letter a month, at the least! Learn how!

CIOGC '07 COMMUNITY DINNER

02/07/2007:

Save the Date: Empower Yourself! Work Together!

CIOGC Annual CommUnity Dinner

Time: Dinner Begins at 6:00 PM Sharp!

When: Saturday March 31st 2007

Where: Ashyana Banquets 1620 75th Street Downers Grove, IL 60516

Tickets: $50

CALL TO ACTION !!!

02/07/2007:

Thank the Daily South Town

Read the Story: http://www.dailysouthtown.com/news/239624,dst_salahverdict_201.article

Please take a minute to thank the Daily SouthTown for publishing this.

Letters should be 200 words or less and include your name, address and telephone (for identification purposes only).

Write to: letters@dailysouthtown.com .

SUPPPORT PRESIDENT CARTER!

02/07/2007:

THANK THE TRIBUNE!

The Chicago Tribune published the following op-ed by former U.S. Congressman Paul Findley, about President Carter and his book Palestine:Peace Not Apartheid, today. Findley, who wrote about the pro-Israel lobby in They Dare to Speak Out and other books, exposes the tactics the lobby uses to silence those who defend Palestinian rights.

Please take a minute to thank the Chicago Tribune for publishing this. They need to hear from us so they will continue to give voice to this perspective. Letters should be 200 words or less and include your name, address and telephone (for identification purposes only).

Write to ctc-TribLetter@Tribune.com.

Read the Op-Ed at

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/chi-0702070020feb07,0,5388645.story?coll=chi-newsopinioncommentary-hed

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE LEADERS ELECTED

02/07/2007:

The New Executive Committee Comprises:

Dr. Abdul Malik Mujahid has been re-elected as ChairmanDr.
Mohammed Zaher Sahloul, Has Been Re-Elected As Vice-Chair
Mr. Vaseem Iftekhar is the newly elected Executive Committee Secretary
LaDale K. George has been re-elected Director
Mr. Saleem Sheik has been re-elected Director
Mr. Misbahu Din Ahmed-Rufai, is a newly elected Director
Ms. Tasneem Osmani has been re-elected Treasurer

Eid-ul-Adha

Eid on Sat. Dec. 30th & Sunday Dec 31th

12/22/2006:

The Whole World is Watching us

Abdul Malik Mujahid

11/05/2006: America is the leader of the human civilization today. Therefore, it is not just us Americans who are interested in the elections, rest of the world is also watching and probably praying ...

Dedicate This Weekend For America

11/03/2006: This coming Tuesday November 7, 2006, the United States will be holding its midterm elections across the country.
The stakes are high on all sides. Our nation remains at war, while hatred for America is very high and growing around the world. As we pump more money into our wars, we owe half a trillion dollars to the world's another superpower, China, and locally, almost half of Americans cannot afford healthcare.

Eid Prayer Locations

Find a Location Near You!!!

10/23/2006:

Eid Mubarak

10/22/2006: Eid will be on Monday based on the Moon Sighting as well as on Astronomical Calculations

Ramadan Announcement

09/22/2006: May Allah empower us individually and as an Ummah with the character of Taqwa this month of Ramadan. Ameen.

Taraweeh Locations and Times

09/22/2006: Find the Taraweeh prayer closest to you, no matter where in Chicago you find yourself this Ramadan.

COMMUNITY ALERT: Respond to Miami Terror Alerts

06/24/2006: What you can do, individually and through your community center.

Media Coverage of Muslim Reaction to Alleged Terror Plot

06/24/2006: Check here to find news articles on local Muslim reaction to Miami arrests.

Chicago Muslims React To Miami Terror Arrests

PRESS RELEASE

06/23/2006: On behalf of the Chicago land Muslim community, I want to express our appreciation for the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to keep our country safe. Apparently, the alleged plot was stopped early in the process, before the suspects were able to obtain explosives.

ATTENTION: COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS

06/01/2006: Already a part of your campus Muslim Students Associations? Great! Share the information with others, both Muslims and Non-Muslims. You never know who may have not heard of your campus MSA. Need information on one?

CALL FOR NEWS FROM YOUR MASJIDS AND CENTERS

06/01/2006: Please send us news of important goings-on in your masjid or Islamic Center. A cross-pollination of ideas and know-how is vital to growing stronger. Email us at council@ciogc.org.

NETWORK SMARTER- JOIN MUSLIM E-LISTS!

06/01/2006: Foster discussions and information-sharing. Join other Muslims.

MARCH & RALLY

05/01/2006: For the Rights of Immigrant Workers LEGALIZATION FOR ALL

Seize The Chance! Upcoming Citizenship Workshop

04/29/2006: US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has been working on changes to the citizenship test. This would put citizenship out of reach for people who may already have trouble learning the test or who are struggling with English.

Forum on "Torture: Illegal, Immoral and Ineffective"

04/25/2006: The forum will offer suggestions for action in legislation, public investigation, and appropriate safeguards against future human rights abuses

MUSLIMS MUST JOIN MONDAY MAY 1 IMMIGRATION RALLY!

04/25/2006:

April 24, 2006 Chicago - The past several weeks have been a phenomenal display of the Latino Community coming together to lobby for Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Now, in a bid to further strengthen this demonstration of solidarity, other ethnic groups are joining in. Muslims in America, uniting with their Latino neighbors, plan to march down the streets of America on May 1. In the past, leadership from the Hispanic Community stood by Muslims and called for just treatment. Now Muslims will stand up for their Hispanic brothers. “When Latinos hurt, we all hurt,” said Mr. Abdul Malik Mujahid, Chairman, of the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago. “Our gathering on May 1, 2006 is intended to send a message to the US government to do what’s right, to do what’s humane.”

This growing movement is no longer just about undocumented laborers. It is about all Americans, whether immigrants or their children and grandchildren. Muslim families, students and clergy are joining the rallies to demand fairness, dignity and an end to the hypocrisy that ignores illegal immigration when it’s convenient, but chooses to crack down harshly on it when it’s expedient.

It is also about respect for all. Muslims, like Latinos, have faced undue mistreatment and abuse. “More than 500,000 Muslims have suffered since 9/11. It’s about time that we say no to fear and stand up for our rights and the rights of other people. We need to march on May 1,” said Mujahid. Currently, there are reports by Muslims and non-Muslims of years of backlog and delays to their obtaining citizenship, even when all of the rules have been obeyed, the paperwork completed and fees paid.

More Than 200,000 People Expected To March Hand In Hand
We Need You There To Make It Happen!

When: May 1, 1- 3 PM

Where: Thompson Center (100 W. Randolph, Chicago)

Transport: Buses Will Leaving From Masjids for the Rally. To arrange buses from your mosque to the rally contact the Council at (312) 506.0070. council@ciogc.org.All Masjids and schools are mobilizing thousands of Muslims for May 1st. Volunteer and Donate by calling the Council at (312) 506.0070. Flyers and posters available.

Join Us To Stop A Law That Would:

Subject Clergy, Teachers, Or Doctors To Arrest Unless They Ask For Papers Before Providing Help
Put Millions Of Men, Women And Children In Jail Arrest And Deport Kids Who Have Lived In America Nearly All Their Lives And Rip Families Apart
Deny Basic Civil Rights To Immigrants.

More Than 500,0000 Muslims have suffered since 9/11. It’s about time we say ‘No’ To Fear and stand up for our rights and those of other people. March on May 1st. The March is being organized by more than 200 organizations. The Muslim Community is being represented by The Council Of Islamic Organizations Of Greater Chicago.

CIOGC VOTING GUIDE

03/21/2006:

VOTE IN THE PRIMARIES

03/16/2006: In overwhelmingly Democratic constituencies or overwhelming Republican constituencies, the primaries are the real elections. The winners of the primary are almost certain to win the General Elections too. This is the reason that primary for some constituencies are more important than the general elections

The Coalition to Protect People’s Rights

03/06/2006: Chicago is brighter today, thanks to a new justice coalition - The Coalition to Protect People’s Rights - which has come into being in Chicago. It is against torture. The Council of Islamic organizations is a part of it. This morning we had a press conference condemning use of evidence acquired through Israeli torture of Muhammad Salah.

Islamophobia & Anti-Semitism: Bitter Fruits From The Same Tree of Hate.

02/19/2006: What We Can Do

Annual CommUnity Dinner

02/17/2006: Join the Council in celebrating the strength that comes with cohesion and the positive change a unified community can make at our Annual CommUnity Dinner on Sunday, February 26, 2006!

Eid Mubarak

01/02/2006:

(1/2) Muslims in Chicago will be praying Eid al-Adha on Tuesday as well as on Wednesday. This is not the first time it has happened. The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago has been contacted by many Muslims recently about the Council’s position regarding Eid al-Adha. The Council has not made any decision regarding it and there are no current plans to do that either. Celebrating two Eids in the same city is an old problem in many American communities that will require a good amount of discussion among scholars, dialogue among the leadership, patience, brotherhood and wisdom to resolve it. The Council has established a committee to help unify crescent decisions, and they have been using due diligence whilst carrying out this difficult task.

Those who follow crescent observation in North America have announced the start of Zul-Hijja on Monday, January 2nd and will observe Eid al-Adha on Wednesday January 11, 2006.

Saudi Arabia has announced that the Day of Arafah for Hajj is January 9th, 2006. The Fiqh Council of North America in solidarity with those performing the Hajj pilgrimage has announced that Eid will be on Tuesday, January 10th, 2006.

The Council encourages respect of both choices based on individual understanding and prays for the unity of Muslim community.

Eid Mubarak to all.

Do you agree with the Council’s position? Would you like the Council to take an active role in Chicago regarding the Eid Decisions? Please voice your opinion in a forum specially set up on the Council’s website for this purpose. Please also vote in an unscientific poll on the Council’s website regarding it. You can also respond to the Council chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid’s blog regarding it as well.

Become a Citizen

12/13/2005: This year, the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago has assisted hundreds of Muslims in the Chicago metropolitan area through the citizenship process. The Council can help legal permanent residents (green card holders), who are currently eligible to become citizens, through the naturalization process. Those who apply through the Council save potentially thousands of dollars in lawyers' fees, and will receive speedy, reliable and professional service from our multilingual team throughout the naturalization process. The Council can also direct those who need assistance to English language and civics classes in convenient locations.

Employment Opportunities at the Council

12/12/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago announces two job opportunities, joining its existing five-person team. Both positions are located at the Council’s new office in the Chicago Loop, at 231 S. State Street.

“I say: Apologize Congressman Kirk

11/19/2005: On Saturday, in front of a standing-room only crowd of over 4, 000 attendees at the Immigrant Justice Convention held by the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR), US Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, who represents the diverse 9th district, publicly condemned the remarks made by her colleague, Mark Kirk, saying she is deeply offended by his remarks. The audience, a diverse group of Latinos, Arabs, South Asians, Poles, Koreans, Chinese and others, loudly cheered when Congresswoman Schakowsky said that Mr. Kirk needs to apologize for his racist remarks. Referring to Congressman Kirk’s remarks, Juan Salgado, the president of ICIRR said, “when Muslims are attacked, we are all Muslims."

Faiths Come Together to Offer Thanks

11/16/2005: Last Wednesday, the Chairman of the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago, Abdul Malik Mujahid, joined leaders from 14 other faiths to offer prayers of thanks at the 19th Annual NCCJ Thanksgiving Observance, “Vision of One…Reflection of Many.” The remembrance, which was held at the Chicago Temple, also included representatives from the Baha’i, Orthodox Christian, Sikh, Protestant, Buddhist, Anglican Christian, Jain, Jewish, Hindu, and American Indian faiths. Prior to Mr. Mujahid’s prayer, the organizers played the Islamic musical selection Yusuf Islam’s “God is the Light,” which captivated the interfaith audience

Council Joins Anti-War Memorial Event

10/26/2005: Council Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid addressed a large crowd gathered in Chicago's Federal Plaza to pay homage to the 2,000th U.S. Military casualty in Iraq and to call on Congress to stop the funding of the war last Wednesday. Participants held 2,000 placards containing the image of a pair of combat boots with the name, rank, age and home state of the soldier who was killed. Other placards bore names of Iraqi civilians killed in the war representing the more than 100,000 estimated deaths of Iraqis.

Council Member Meets with Senator Obama to Discuss Earthquake Response

10/26/2005: Mrs. Tabassum Haleem, a member of the Council's House of Representatives, representing the Organization of Islamic Speakers Midwest (OISM), chaired a United Power meeting with Illinois Senator Barack Obama in Washington last Wednesday, leading a delegation that included Jackie Williams and Sal Cervantes of United Power, Jamie Geiger of Lake County United, and Matt McDermott, a United Power staff staff member. The agenda included an appeal to the senator to check into the Bush Administration's response to the earthquake in Pakistan. Mrs. Haleem presented the senator with a fact sheet on the matter. Sen. Obama said he would be in a hearing with Secretary of State Condolezza Rice later that day and would raise this issue with her and her staff.

Council Chairman Attends State Department Iftar

10/25/2005: Last Tuesday, Council Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid joined dozens of other Muslim leaders in the nation's capitol at the annual State Department iftar dinner hosted by Secretary of State Condolezza Rice. Dr. Rice welcomed her guests, saying that compassion, cooperation and charity, which are an integral part of Islam and other faiths, are also cornerstones of democratic societies. She said that Muslim compassion and charity shone in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, and in the Muslim-led relief efforts during the month of Ramadan, in the quake-stricken regions of Pakistan, Kashmir and India.

Council Director Speaks at Muslim-Jewish, Ramadan-Sukkot Celebration

10/23/2005: Council Director of Outreach, Muneer Aliuddin, highlighted the aspects of Ramadan at the recent Muslim-Jewish, Ramadan-Sukkot Celebration hosted by Anshe Sholom B'nai Israel and the Jewish Council on Urban Affairs. The event celebrated holy events in both the Muslim and Jewish calendars. The Anshe Sholom synagogue opened its doors to the Muslim community to honor and celebrate the month of Ramadan and share in their traditions of celebrating Sukkot, a commemoration of the forty years in which the children of Israel wandered in the Sinai desert. Sukkot refers to the temporary shelters that Jews would build and stay in during this holiday.

Council Members meet with Senator Durbin’s Office

10/21/2005: The Council's Director of Outreach Muneer Aliuddin and Board Member LaDale George attended a meeting with the Chicago Director of Illinois Senator Richard Durbin’s office, along with Fred Tsao from the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights.

Council Chairman Speaks at Iftar with Cardinal

10/11/2005: Council Chairman, Abdul Malik Mujahid, spoke at the Council 8th Annual Interfaith Iftar that was held on October 11th.

Donate for the Kashmir/Pakistan Earthquake

10/10/2005: Donations needed URGENTLY for the Kashmir/Pakistan earthquakes. Please click here to donate online.

How we can save lives in Kashmir now

10/10/2005: Raising money is important to assist the millions who have survived, but two crucial things are still needed for those tens of thousands who are buried under the rubble

Kashmir Earthquake Relief Fund

10/09/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago has launched a Kashmir Earthquake Relief Fund to help those that were affected by the earthquake that hit on October 8, 2005.

Chicago Area Tarweeh Prayer Locations & Timings for Ramadan 2005

10/04/2005: Taraweeh locations in Chicagoland - Updated!

Ramadan Fasting in Chicagoland Begins Wednesday, October 5th, 2005

10/03/2005:

As Salaamu Alaikum:
RAMADAN KAREEM from the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago.

The crescent for the new month was not sighted anywhere in North America as expected. Therefore, the first day of fasting will be Wednesday, October 5th, 2005.

The decision was announced by the National Islamic Shura Council meeting organized by ISNA. The decision was made with advice from the Fiqh Council and four Muslim astronomers. The CIOGC.org website will have details on various places in the Chicagoland area where Taraweeh prayers are being hosted. May Allah bless us with Taqwa, shower His Mercy, grant His forgiveness, and protect us from the hellfire.

Once again, Ramadan Mabrook to all!

Council Mobilizes Member Organizations for Immigrant Justice Convention

09/24/2005: On Saturday, Council Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid asked several of the leadership present at the House of Representatives meeting to join, with their congregations, the Immigrant Justice Convention hosted by ICIRR. The Representatives adopted a motion to mobilize at least 500 Muslims to attend the convention on November 19. Mr. Rachid Belbachir, a board member of MCC and the Maghreb Association of North America (MANA), will lead the coordinating efforts for Muslim attendance that day. Representatives of several large mosques including MCC, Islamic Foundation and the Mosque Foundation also pledged to mobilize their congregations to join our partners, to highlight victories won through our alliances, and to discuss plans for the year ahead, working together for social justice for immigrant families.

Council Partners Address House of Representatives

09/24/2005: On Saturday, the Council's House of Representatives were introduced to two key partners of the Council, Mr. Joshua Hoyt, the Executive Director of the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR), and Mr. Michael Gecan, who oversees the United Power for Action and Justice (UPAJ) branches in Illinois. Abdul Malik Mujahid, the Chairman of the Council, began his introduction of the two leaders by discussing the importance of knowing and working with neighbors who are supportive of Muslim concerns. Both Mr. Hoyt and Mr. Gecan repeatedly stressed the importance for the Muslim community to build and maintain coalitions with other ethnic and immigrant groups who share the same values of justice for all residents of America.

Muslims on Catholic Radio

09/21/2005: Last Wednesday, Ms. Muneer Aliuddin, the Council's Director of Outreach, and Council spokesperson Ms. Janaan Hashim were interviewed on the Archidiocese of Chicago radio show, Catholics in Dialogue. They discussed the month of Ramadan, the upcoming Iftaar the Council will host with Cardinal George and the history of the Catholic-Muslim dialogue in Chicago.

A Sister's Tribute: Remembering Hassiba Belbachir

09/17/2005: It was August 24, 1977, and what a day! On that sunny day was born a woman of a special kind, an example of Allah’s creation. A woman who, with her smile, could brighten up the sky and bring out the colors of the rainbow on a rainy day, A woman, to whom Allah gave the gift of understanding people and making them feel at ease, A woman whose smile resembled the children’s and whose tears were like crystal; A woman who had the strength and resilience to overcome all the challenges and difficulties of life and left this world with her secret.

Council's Katrina Relief Efforts

09/17/2005: On Saturday, Muslim volunteers, with the full support of the Council, collected personal items, non-perishable foods, clothing, blankets, household supplies and various other items, including calling cards, that were sent to Shreveport and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This was the second such trip that was initiated by Muslims in the South Side, to send relief to stricken regions in Louisiana. As part of the Council's spiritual component of the hurricane relief effort, three local imams underwent training by the City of Chicago, to help counsel Muslim and other survivors among the nearly 5,000 evacuees who've been relocated here.

Remembering Hassiba Belbachir

09/17/2005: Nearly 50 people gathered at the Muslim Community Center on the city's north side to mark the six-month anniversary of Hassiba Belbachir's death at the McHenry County Adult Correctional Facility. Mrs. Zahia Belbachir, speaking through a translator, gave a moving and emotional tribute to her sister, celebrating Hassiba's bubbly personality and deep love for her family. Zahia Belbachir vowed to never stop seeking answers or justice for her younger sister.

Council Helps Plan Immigrant Justice Convention

09/14/2005: Last Wednesday, Saleem Shaikh, a Director on the Council's Executive Board, attended an Immigrant Justice Convention planning meeting at St. Francis of Assisi. The convention is being planned by Council partner, the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR), of whose board Mr. Shaikh is also a Director.

A Vigil to Remember: Remembering Hassiba Belbachir

09/12/2005: A Vigil to Remember Remembering Hassiba Belbachir When: 3 PM, September 17, 2005 Where: Muslim Community Center, 4380 N. Elston, Chicago

Council Attends Chicago Police Department Multicultural Forum

09/08/2005: Council Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid and the Director of Outreach Muneer Aliuddin, along with other community leaders attended the Chicago Police Department's Quarterly Multicultural Forum on September 8. The forum, hosted by Superintendent Cline, also had attendees from the various faiths, law enforcement and city officials. The evening began with a viewing of a compilation video of all the sensitivity training videos that have been created for the CPD over the past four years.

Thank You to Our Volunteers and Staff!

09/05/2005: The Council wholeheartedly thanks all those who spent their time volunteering during the ISNA convention on Labor Day weekend. Sixteen year old junior at the Islamic Foundation School, Aisha Ahmed, Husna Ghani, Aminah Salah, Altaf Kaiseruddin, Romaytha Abdullah, Lubna Najar, Membership Committee Chairman Ahmed Abdul Qadeer, Council Board members Heba Abbasi and Saleem Shaikh all spent part of their weekend with us, and the team extends our appreciation and gratitude to each and every one of them.

Zakat Committee Presents at ISNA

09/03/2005: The Council's Central Zakat Committee presented a case study of its program during a session called Implementing Zakat in North America. The Central Zakat Committee highlighted program elements, the committee history, various Zakat projects undertaken, a financial update and their vision of the future.

Council & ISNA Hosts Unity Banquet

09/02/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chcago and the Islamic Society of North America co-hosted the Sixth Annual Interfaith Unity Banquet that Friday. The theme of working together and moving forward carried through the night, by the moderator Amina Saeed and the speakers. Dr. Sayyid Syeed kicked off the night by transforming the word "interfaith" into a verb, stating that the guests will be "interfaithing" with each other throughout the evening. Key speakers of the night included Rev. Dr. Bob Edgars, Jamal Badawi, and Tim Morris.

Council Launches Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund

09/01/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (the Council) established today the Katrina Relief Fund to help alleviate the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina. The Council Chairman, Abdul Malik Mujahid, called upon Chicago’s 100 mosques to raise funds during this Friday’s prayer services. Contributions will be channeled to mosques in the South’s hard-hit areas.

Join the Council at ISNA!

08/23/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago would like to welcome all attendees to the 42nd Annual ISNA Convention this Labor Day weekend.

Council Holds Workshop to Assist New Organizations

08/20/2005: This past Saturday, seven Muslim organizations took the first steps towards becoming officially recognized non-for-profit organizations by the State of Illinois. The Council held a workshop at the Downtown Islamic Center to assist organizations file the necessary paperwork to be recognized operating non-for-profits.

Become a Council Intern

08/19/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago is pleased to announce the following internships for accomplished and committed juniors and seniors high school and college students who desire to broaden their experience and gain valuable skills, while providing significant assistance to Chicago’s Muslim community. All internship opportunities are unpaid, and require an eight-week commitment.

Join Your Council in Serving Your Community!

08/19/2005: The Council has many goals and objectives that are dependent on the work of our dedicated volunteers and committees. We are currently seeking applications from qualified, enthusiastic volunteers interested in building and enhancing their community. Join the Council in their efforts by making a commitment to assist in an area that interests you.

Canned Food Drive Feeds Over 22, 000 People

08/09/2005: The Chicago Muslim community's canned food drive this summer has provided at least 22,678 meals, through the Greater Chicago Food Depository and the Northern Illinois Food Bank. These numbers are not final, because food has not yet been picked up from all locations.

Council Mourns the Passing of John Johnson

08/09/2005: The Council sent condolences to the family of Dr. John H. Johnson, the creator of EBONY and JET magazines and chairman of the Johnson Publishing Company.

Council Participates in Imam Jamil Conference Call

08/08/2005: Council Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid participated in a national conference call last Monday, called by the family of Imam Jamil al-Amin, to strategize on the next round of appeals. Imam Jamil al-Amin, a civil rights and Muslim leader known on a national scale, is appealing his conviction for the 1999 murder of a police officer.

Council Meets to Discuss Terrorism Contingency Plan

08/05/2005: Meeting on Friday at the Muslim Youth Center in Bridgeview, members of the Council’s House of Representatives discussed ways in which Chicago’s Muslim communities can implement an effective and efficient terrorism contingency plan

The Council of Islamic Organizations Endorses Fatwa Against Terrorism

07/29/2005: A number of Chicago's Islamic organizations today stood together at a press conference at the Downtown Islamic Center to announce the endorsement of the fatwa (a legal ruling) against terrorism. The recently issues fatwa by the Islamic Fiqh Council of North America, is endorsed by over 150 Islamic organizations and leaders.

Council Chairman, Abdul Malik Mujahid stated the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago believes it is imperative for Muslims to go beyond just condemning terrorism. And for this reason the Council endorses the fatwa released by the Fiqh Council of North America against suicide bombing and terrorism.

Ten Voter Registrars Trained

07/23/2005: During the Council's "Community Empowerment" workshop held on July 23rd, the Council trained individuals to become voter registrars.

House Votes to Extend the Patriot Act

07/22/2005: The US House of Representatives voted by a wide margin last Thursday night to renew the expiring provisions of the Patriot Act, making permanent 14 of the 16 anti-terrorism measures, and renewing the other two provisions for another 10 years.

Council Executive Joins ICIRR Board of Directors

07/21/2005: Mr. Saleem Shaikh, of the Islamic Foundation in Villa Park, was elected to the Council’s Executive Board in January. After immigrating to the United States in the 1970s from Pakistan, Mr. Shaikh graduated from the Illinois Institute of Technology with a Masters Degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering.

Council’s Develops Pamphlet for Use in Public Schools

07/15/2005: Council Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid joined several educators and Council representatives last week in a meeting with Chicago Public Schools CEO Arnie Duncan and Manuel Medina, of the Illinois Advisory Council on Bi-Lingual Education. The group discussed how schools in the CPS system can accommodate Muslim pupils and how Chicago’s Muslim community can work with the CPS concerning education reform laws in the state of Illinois. The topic of creating a Muslim charter school was also discussed at great length, and the group has pledged to supply the CPS with a pamphlet intended for use in cultural sensitivity trainings for new teachers at the beginning of the upcoming school year.

Profiling Chicago’s South Side Mosques

07/14/2005: Over the last couple of weeks, Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid, along with Br. Farid al-Taqi, has been meeting with the leaders of Chicago’s South side mosques to discuss issues which can be addressed by the Council, what each of their expectations of the Council is, and how the Council can work together with our members in the South side to make the dreams of a unified diverse Muslim community a reality.

Once Again, Never Again: Remembering Srebrenica

07/11/2005: Once again, never again were the words that echoed in Daley Center Plaza on July 11, 2005, 10 years after the massacre of 8,000 Bosnians in Srebrenica. Hundreds of individuals had gathered to remember the Srebrenica massacre and to pray that it would never happen again. Stories of survival were shared while tears flowed for those that were lost.

The Council Meets with Representative Jack Franks

07/06/2005: The Council’s Director of Outreach, Muneer Aliuddin, and Adam Barbanel-Fried from United Power for Action and Justice, met with Representative Jack Franks, who represents McHenry County in Springfield.

Council Members Attend FBI Citizen’s Academy

06/24/2005: The Chicago FBI offices held a 4 week Citizen’s Academy giving an opportunity for community leaders to understand how the FBI works. The Council’s Director of Outreach, Muneer Aliuddin, and Executive Member Saleem Shaikh, attended the Academy.

The Council meets with Islamic School Principals

06/23/2005: Council Chairman Abdul Malik Mujahid and Outreach Director Muneer Aliuddin met with the principals of some of the Chicago area’s full-time Islamic schools to discuss what areas of concern the schools had and how the Council can work together with them to find solutions.

Charity without Fear Resolution Passes in the House

06/09/2005: The Charity without Fear House House Resolution 438 passed on the second to last day of the spring legislative session.

New Ways of Fundraising

05/28/2005: The Council hosted a workshop designed to show mosques and Islamic organizations new ways of raising funds.

The Council Elects New Secretary

05/28/2005: The Council’s House of Representatives met on Saturday at the International House of the University of Chicago, electing Mrs. Heba Abbasi as the new secretary of the Council.

The Council Supports Latino Rights

05/16/2005: The Council supports legislation and pledges to work with the Latino community toward its passing.

The Council hosts Muslim Women Leaders

05/15/2005: The Council hosted a group of over fifty activists and women leaders from around the greater metropolitan Chicago area.

Charity Without Fear Update

05/11/2005: The Council announces an extremely successful Lobby Day for the Charity Without Fear resolution on Wednesday, May 11, 2005. An unprecedented 70 Muslims from all over Chicago and its suburbs were the largest delegation among the 300 people from the Council’s coalition partners in the state capitol lobbying for immigrant rights, expanding access to health care and the Charity Without Fear campaign

A Successful Vigil for Murdered Cabdriver

05/01/2005: The Council along with the family of murdered cab driver Haroon Paryani held a vigil on May 1, 2005 near the intersection of Mr. Paryani's murder to remember murdered cab drivers of the City of Chicago.

Council Hosts Leaders of Ethnic Organizations

04/26/2005: The Council hosted leaders of Ethnic organizations in a reception on April 26, 2005.

Save the Date: A Vigil to Remember Haroon Paryani & Others

04/22/2005: When: 2 PM, May 1, 2005 Where: Belmont & Cambridge, Chicago 60657 Let’s come together to remember Haroon Paryani. Let’s help cab drivers develop a voice for themselves.

Council Welcomes New Pope and Remembers Pope John Paul II

04/21/2005: The Council extended a congratulations and warm welcome this week to Pope Benedict XVI.

Print Monthly Prayer Calendars Here

New Feature!!!

04/05/2005: You can always check our site for today's prayer timings. However, we've just added the ability to view and print an entire month's prayer timings for Chicagoland. Just choose the month you wish to view and click the button.

The Council Continues its Health Care Programs

04/04/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations has helped thousands of uninsured families access health care over the past three years.

Council Continues Support of Paryani Family

03/29/2005: Council Chairman, Abdul Malik Mujahid, and Director of Outreach, Muneer Aliuddin, attended the initial bond hearing of Mr. Michael Jackson, the accused murderer of Mr. Haroon Paryani.

First Imam & Khateeb Reception

03/27/2005: The Council, in cooperation with Islamic Foundation North, hosted 45 Chicago area Imams and khateebs on Sunday, March 27, for an evening of dialogue.

The Council Calls for Federal Investigation into the Death of Hassiba Belbachir

03/23/2005: The Chairperson of the Council, Abdul Malik Mujahid, called for a federal investigation into the death of a Muslim woman who died under questionable circumstances while detained by Homeland Security.

Employment Opportunities

02/25/2005: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago has immediate openings for dynamic, motivated and dependable individuals to fill the following positions.

CIOGC Launches Campaign to Support Chicago's Cab Drivers

02/23/2005: CIOGC along with its partners, American Friends Services and the National Interfaith Committee for Workers Justice, held a press conference at the Downtown Islamic Center to announce the launch of a campaign in support of Chicago’s cab drivers who are robbed, assaulted and murdered several times a year.

Council Elects New Executive Board

02/01/2005: On Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005 a new Executive Board was elected to serve the Council for a two year term.

Council Participates in Tsunami Remembrance

01/26/2005: The Council represents Islam at the one month tsunami remembrance held in downtown on Jan.26, 2005 in honor of the tsunami victims and their families.

Eid-al-Adha Mubarak

01/18/2005: Eid-al-Adha will be commemorated on Friday, Jan.21, 2005. A few words from the Vice-Chairman...

2005 EID AL-ADHA PRAYER TIMETABLE

01/11/2005: Timetable for Eid Al-Adha prayers at various Chicagoland locations. This will be updated as more information becomes available.

Asia Tsunami Relief Dinner: Saturday, Jan. 8, 2005

12/31/2004: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago and Islamic Relief Worldwide calls everyone to action. The death toll from the Asia Tsunami is staggering. Relief organizations are in desperate need of supplies for the growing number of displaced and homeless individuals. As a result there will be an EMERGENCY FUNDRAISING DINNER held at Islamic Foundation, Villa Park on Saturday, January 8, 2005. You can help by publicizing the dinner at local youth centers, masjids and cultural centers. Encourage family members and friends to attend the Dinner and finally generously donate from your wealth. Inshallah together we can make a difference for all the victims of this disaster.

Please donate to the Asian Tsunami Victims

12/28/2004: Although the tsunami disaster fades from from the media headlines, the need is still real. Chicagoland Muslims establish relief funds to aid tsunami victims, please donate now.

A Message from Our Chairman

12/12/2004: As Salaamu Alaikum: It is with immense pleasure that I welcome you to this Annual flagship event of the CIOGC. The past four years have been quite an experience as my dear friends and esteemed community leaders have charged me with this high position of responsibility as Chairman.

A Message from Our Vice Chairman

12/12/2004: Assalamu Alaikum Dear Brothers and Sisters: My family and I would like to wish a heartfelt Eid Mubaarak to all of you and your families. May Allah (swt) bless you with his infinite mercy and bestow upon you his bounty of health and happiness throughout the coming year.

Council Website Renewed

New site more popular than ever.

12/06/2004: As you've probably noticed, the Council website got a much needed face-lift during the month of Ramadan. The Council website is also fast becoming the trusted source for...

CIOGC participates in Town hall meeting on "US-Islamic World Relations"

10/07/2004: Council Chairman, Kareem Irfan, speaks at town hall meeting for "Hope Not Hate."

CIOGC encourages you to a career with the Chicago Police Dept.

10/01/2004: As you may know, our Council is privileged to have a close and productive relationship with the Chicago Police Department (CPD) and particularly the office of Supt. Philip Cline. One aspect of our advocacy with Supt. Cline and the Mayor's Office on issues of particular concern to the Muslim community has been a call for increased Muslim presence in the CPD.

THE CIOGC & CHICAGO MUSLIMS PROUDLY CO-HOST ISNA ANNUAL CONVENTION 2004!(A Note from our Chairman, Kareem Irfan)

09/01/2004: Greetings Of Peace & Welcome to America’s Premiere Muslim Gathering! It is with distinct pleasure and pride that the CIOGC once again co-hosts the Annual ISNA Convention in Chicago. It is both humbling and exciting that our Council has again been entrusted by ISNA to host what has become the largest annual gathering of Muslims in the West (with over 30,000 attendees arriving from all over the globe), and possibly the largest non-obligatory, International Islamic community event in the world.

Council’s Spirit Drives ISNA

09/01/2004: When the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) decided to host its annual convention in Chicago, one of the first people they called was Br. Kareem Irfan, Chairman for the Council of Islamic Organizations in Greater Chicago (CIOGC) to head the steering committee for ISNA’s 41st Convention. In effect, over 400 Muslims from the Chicago area came forward to offer their support, resources and talents under CIOGC’s leadership.

Manager's Message

08/29/2004: As Salaamu Alaikum Dear Community Members, As many of you know I joined the Council five months ago as the Outreach & Office Affairs Manager.

Chicago Muslims Dismayed Over Barring of Muslim Intellectual From the US

08/24/2004: As Salaam Alaikum, As you may know, the travel visa for Dr. Tarik Ramadan, a world-renowned Islamic scholar and intellectual, to teach Islamic philosophy and ethics at Notre Dame University (in our neighborhood at South Bend, Indiana) was revoked without explanation or justification by the Department of Homeland Security. Included below is a Press Statement issued by the CIOGC protesting this unfair act. Please share this with your associates and be prepared to speak up and write in support of Dr. Ramadan.

Chicagoland Muslims Address Human Tragedy in Darfur, Sudan

07/15/2004: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC) has initiated an Awareness/Relief program to (1) inform Americans – Muslims and those of other faiths – about the suffering of hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees escaping persecution in the Darfur region of Western Sudan, and (2) raise funds for their assistance.

CIOGC Proudly Endorses ICN Muslim Cemetery Program

07/09/2004: As Salaamu Alaikum: The Council of Islamic Organizations is pleased to endorse an ambitious Muslim Cemetery program undertaken by one of its prominent members, Islamic Center of Naperville (ICN).

Bridging the Gap

By Saaema Aslam, IFS Student & Dawah Club Member

06/22/2004: On April 14, 30 Muslim and non-Muslim Philippine students and educators came together with the Islamic Foundation School Dawah Club for an afternoon of briding the gap between cultures and learning from one another.

Chairman's Message - June

06/22/2004: As Salaamu Alaikum to all: My dear friends - it has been my honor to serve you over the past 4 years. Any CIOGC successes during this time are solely attributable to Allah (swt)'s Mercy and Guidance and your fine contributions and teamwork. While I seek forgiveness and take full responsibility for our many failures, I trust you will understand that these were not for lack of trying or adequate commitment at my end.

Council Supports “Under God” in the Pledge of Allegiance

06/22/2004: The Council supports the use of the words "Under God" in the Pledge of Allegiance.

CHICAGO MUSLIMS DENOUNCE JOHNSON MURDER

06/18/2004: Chicagoland Muslims condemn the murder of Paul Johnson

2004 Summer Internship Opportunities

05/19/2004: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago is pleased to announce the following summer internships for accomplished and committed junior/senior high school and college students who desire to broaden their experience and gain valuable skills, while providing significant assistance to the Chicago-area Muslim community.

Chicagoland Muslims Condemn Barbaric Berg Murder

05/13/2004: The Council joins fellow Americans and national Muslim organizations in condemning the brutal and inhumane murder of Nicholas Berg, an innocent American contractor in Iraq.

CIOGC Assists in Diffusing Community Tensions Over Public Adhan in Hamtramck, Michigan

05/12/2004: Council Chairman, Kareem Irfan, took a trip up to Hamtramck, MI at the personal invitation of Poland’s Consul General, Mr. Franciszek Adamczyk, to help diffuse the tensions between the Catholic and Muslim communities regarding the broadcast of the Adhan over loudspeakers from the Al Islah mosque.

Chairman's Message - April

04/19/2004: As Salaamu Alaikum: As we have embarked upon a new Islamic year, your Council has undergone some important transitions. Most notably, Sr. Amina Saeed has recently left her full-time commitment as our first Director – Community Relations.

Gujrati Muslim Association Honors Council

04/19/2004: The Gujrati Muslim Association honored Council Chairman, Kareem Irfan, at their annual dinner on March 13th. The Chairman was presented with a plaque recognizing his outstanding community service. Mr. Irfan accepted the Award “ on behalf of the entire Council family and as a testament to the fine teamwork evident in all the successes that the Council has been fortunate to achieve in recent years by the Grace of Allah’ (swt).” Mr. Irfan also offered the keynote speech for this annual GMAA event addressing the gathering on the significance that Islam places on a high threshold of community education and beneficial knowledge as fundamental premises for realizing necessary social changes.

ISNA Convention Steering Committee Commences Work

04/19/2004: Once again, the annual ISNA Convention will be held in Chicago, this year at the Rosemont Convention Center and the Council will again be privileged to co-host this largest gathering of Muslims in North America. In his capacity as the Council Chairman, Br. Kareem Irfan will chair the Convention Steering Committee (CSC).

Glenview Church Honors Vice Chairman for Interfaith Commitment

02/02/2004: Council Vice Chairman Dr. Esmail Koushanpour was honored by the Glenview Community Church for his outstanding work in the area of promoting interfaith awareness and acceptance. Dr. Koushanpour received a plaque and a $500.00 gift to be presented to a charity of his choice.

Chairman Performs Haj Pilgrimage

Kareem Irfan

02/01/2004: Salaam Alaikum. We are living in a period of extended blessings and mercy from Allah (swt). Having attained elevated levels of piety, inshaAllah, by the Siyam and Qiyam during Ramadan, we have passed through Shawwal with further rewards by adding the six days of fasting entitling us to the reward of a year’s worth of I’badah. We will be continuing this approach toward increased Taqwah by living the ten most blessed days of Dhul Hijjah leading up to the Hajj and Eid ul-Adha.

CIOGC Excellence in Citizenry Award Presented to Mohammed Hussain

01/08/2004: A magnificent theme emerged at the CIOGC Seventh Annual Interfaith Iftaar Dinner. The Reverend David Bebb Jones, Bishop C. Joseph Sprague, and CIOGC Chairman Kareem Irfan filled the evening with hope through inspirational remarks on the need for America’s faith traditions to conquer ignorance and fear. They discussed what it means to become a true ambassador of one’s faith tradition. The event was highlighted by a unique and very special appearance of one such “ambassador of faith,” Mr. Mohammed Hussain.

Message from the American Friends Service Committee

Michael McConnell, Regional Director

01/01/2004: Greetings of peace from the American Friends Service Committee, a Quaker peace and social justice organization founded in 1917 to support conscientious objectors to World War I. During the past year in Chicago, we have tried to give voice once again to those of faith and conscience who object to the immoral and illegal violence of war.

CIOGC Proudly Participates in 17th Annual NCCJ Interfaith Thanksgiving Observance

Presentation by Mazen Asbahi, CIOGC Representative and President-elect, Muslim Bar Association of Illinois

11/19/2003:

It is with immense gratitude and humility that I come before you on behalf of the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago.

There is a tangible sweetness in the air when members of our city's faith communities come together to offer their gratitude to the Creator on the eve of Thanksgiving.

This gathering and the wonderful and important work of the NCCJ is testament to the best traditions of tolerance inherent in each religious tradition.

It is in this vein that I offer the following supplication:

Oh Lord, You are the Merciful, the Beneficent, the Benevolent and the Bestower. Oh Lord, You are the Nourisher, the Generous, the Patron and the Loving, to name but a few of Your Exalted Names.

Make us among those pious souls who walk upon this earth softly in constant remembrance of Your Bounty and Warm Embrace.

Amen.

Dialogue about Islam with German Foreign Ministry Officials

11/13/2003:

Council Chairman Kareem Irfan engaged in an unprecedented official dialogue with the German Consulate in Chicago in November. Council Chairman Kareem Irfan accepted an invitation to serve on an exclusive panel discussion about "Dialogue with Islamic Countries" at the Goethe Institute. The other two panelists were German Ambassador Dr. Gunter Mulack, Commissioner for the Dialogue with Islam, and Rev. Donald Senior, President of Chicago's prominent Catholic Theological Union. The dialogue was moderated by the German Consul General in Chicago, Dr. Alexander Petri. Attendees included consuls general representing various countries across the world as well as prominent Chicago area civic leaders.

Council Newletter - ISNA Edition - July/August

Amina Saeed

09/10/2003: The Council Newsletter is a monthly update on the activities and accomplishments of the Council. Click here to open. (Adobe Acrobat Reader required)

Council Newsletter - September/October Edition

Amina Saeed

09/01/2003: The Council Newsletter is a monthly update on the activities and accomplishments of the Council. Click here to open. (Adobe Acrobat Reader required)

Experience the Cultures of Islam

People of all faiths are invited.

08/23/2003:

The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) and The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago cordially invite you to join us during the ISNA Convention 2003 to be held over the Labor Day weekend at McCormick place, Chicago IL. We invite you to experience the diverse Islamic cultures represented by people from all over the world who now live in their new homeland the United States of America. Read More...

A Call For Chicago-Area Muslim Volunteers

Help CIOGC-ISNA co-host the 40th Annual ISNA Convention!!

07/30/2003:

The CIOGC and Chicago?s Muslim community are again co-hosting the 2003 Annual ISNA Convention on Aug. 29 to Sept. 1, 2003, at the McCormick Place. We invite Islamic organizations and activists to join the hundreds of dedicated volunteers teaming to manage this largest annual gathering of Muslims in North America. Help make the 2003 ISNA Convention another resounding success!

Muslim Family Day 2003 at Six Flags Great America

07/30/2003: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago supports this initiative by the Muslim Scouts and encourages all Chicago-area Muslim-Americans to be a part of Muslim Family Day at Great America.

Chairman's Message
June 2003

06/01/2003: As Salaamu Alaikum Dear Muslims: These leisure days of summer find us with a bit more time on our hands and increased interaction with our families, especially our children.

Chairman Receives Community Service Award

02/28/2003: On Friday, February 28, the Federal Bureau of Investigation presented Chairman Kareem Irfan with a community service award.

Wondering What's Happening in Chicago?

01/30/2003:

The Council Calendar is Back!! The Council's Events Calendar lists dozens of activities to choose from every month. No more excuses for not knowing what's going on in your neighborhood. Get involved!

Remember to help us keep up-to-date by submitting your community events through our contact us page.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Muslims Donate 24,000 Pounds to Greater Chicago Food Depository

140 Arabic Teachers to Teach in Chicago Public Schools

Unity Prayer at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

The full text of Abdul Malik Mujahid's Unity Prayer

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COUNCIL NEWSLETTERS

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PRESS RELEASES

COUNCIL OF ISLAMIC ORGANIZATIONS OF GREATER CHICAGO CONDEMNS ATTACK, OFFERS CONDOLENCES ON DEATH OF BENAZIR BHUTTO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago saddened to learn of the intentions of Derrick Shareef.

While condemning violence of all kinds, Mujahid also called for caution instead of a rush to judgment. "Time and time again, Muslims have been arrested on charges of terrorism which have later been unsubstantiated," said Mujahid

Chicago Muslims Unwavering In Muslim-Catholic Dialogue Despite Pope's Comments

CHICAGO, IL - Sept. 15: Despite their surprise and sorrow at Pope Benedict's comments made last Wednesday accusing the Prophet Mohammed of spreading Islam through violence, the Chicago Muslim community remains steadfast on their path of dialogue and understanding to bridge the gap of misunderstanding between members of both faiths.

Candidate's Discriminatory Comments Condemned By Chicago Muslims

Chicago, Illinois - Sept. 15, 2006: The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago is outraged at the comments that congressional candidate for the 17th District of Illinois, Andrea Zinga, made to reporters on Monday at a 9/11 commemoration event.

Interview Chicago Cabbie�s about the hazards of their profession.

Chicago, August 21, 2006 � The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago today expressed relief over the conviction of Department of Public Health employee Michael L. Jackson, who ran over Chicago cabbie Haroon Paryani several times, killing Mr. Paryani with his own cab in front of witnesses.

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