Staff Insights

New INGYouth Resources Dear Friends, As-salamu alaykum. We’re pleased to share that we have updated our four INGYouth presentations, each now accompanied by a complete presenter script, along with our answers to the questions Muslim youth are most frequently asked. All of… Read More

As our nation marks 250 years since its founding, all of us at the Intercultural Networks Group (ING) join millions of Americans in celebrating the remarkable achievements of the United States and the enduring ideals upon which it was built. We are proud to be Americans, and grateful… Read More

Greetings of peace, We’re pleased to introduce two new presentations available for your organization’s cultural awareness, inclusion and belonging trainings, each delivered by our team of Arab origin directly to yours. The Evil Eye & Hamsa, protective symbols revered by Muslims, Jews, and Christians alike, from… Read More

Hajj and Eid Al-Adha: Guide for Supporting Muslim Employees and Students As Hajj season begins, it’s important for organizations and schools to understand what this sacred journey means to their Muslim employees and students. From spiritual renewal to workplace accommodations during Eid al-Adha, the following guide offers powerful… Read More

Building Bridges During Lent, Ramadan, and Passover Wishing our Christian brothers and sisters a blessed Ash Wednesday and Lenten season, a time of spiritual renewal, reflection, and service. Lent begins on March 5 and continues for 40 days, culminating in Easter.  Like in recent years, Lent overlaps… Read More

Ramadan Mubarak (A blessed Ramadan to all those celebrating) Understanding Ramadan: Identity, Practice, and Workplace Accommodations 📅 Ramadan 2025: March 1 – March 30 In response to requests from employers and Muslim employees, ING Deputy Director and scholar of… Read More

Salaam/ Greetings of Peace This week marks the anniversary of the great Muslim Sufi teacher and poet Jalal al-din Rumi’s death on December 17, 1273, which is also regarded as his Urs or “wedding” and reunion with the Beloved. The image depicts Whirling… Read More

Muslims Commemorating the Prophet Abraham in Hajj and Eid ul-Adha Muslim Americans are in the blessed first ten days of the Islamic month of Dhul-Hijjah, which began last week and is a sacred time for Muslims across the world, especially those who are privileged to go on Hajj… Read More

March 15, 2024 Educator and Workplace Resources for Ramadan Muslims in the US and around the world will be observing Ramadan, the Islamic lunar month of fasting, from March 11th to April 9th. ING has a number of free resources for all types of educators about the month… Read More

Islamophobia and antisemitism are on the rise locally due to international events. People in our community have lost loved ones, experienced increased hate and divisiveness, and some have lost a sense of belonging and community.  This ING sponsored webinar aims to increase understanding and belonging as… Read More