Community Statements

Arab & MENA Peoples: Seminar Series for Workplaces and Classrooms

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 the markets… Read More

Beyond the Headlines: Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month

Celebrating Arab Heritage Month — April As April begins, we are pleased to recognize Arab Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Arab people in the United States and around the world. This year, the month carries particular weight. The ongoing conflicts… Read More

Sacred Seasons: Recognizing Passover and Easter in the Workplace

A Season of Reflection and Celebration As we enter the first days of April, we find ourselves in a meaningful convergence of holidays. Passover began at sunset on April 1 and continues through sunset on April 9, as Jewish colleagues and their families observe the story of liberation… Read More

Where Are the Peacemakers?

A Call to People of Faith in the Middle East and at Home By Maha Elgenaidi, Executive Director (Bio) March 23, 2026 A War Without End On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched a joint military operation against Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei… Read More

Eid Mubarak | Gratitude for Your Support

Eid Mubarak/Happy Holidays As Ramadan draws to a close and we joyfully celebrate Eid al-Fitr this Friday, March 20th, we at ING pause to reflect on the incredible impact made possible by your generosity and to share our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support of our mission to foster… Read More

Act Now: Supporting Affected Communities During the Middle East Crisis

Emergency Guidelines for Supporting Students and Employees Affected by the Middle East Crisis Background and Purpose The United States and Israel launched military strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, strikes that have already claimed countless lives and are expected to continue for weeks, if not months, with… Read More

Blessed Holidays | Online Ramadan Presentation

Ramadan Mubarak, Blessed Lent, and Happy Lunar New Year To All Who Are Celebrating This year brings a beautiful convergence of sacred seasons. Muslims are entering Ramadan, a month of fasting, reflection, and spiritual renewal. Christians began Lent on Ash Wednesday, embarking on forty days of prayer, sacrifice, and… Read More

What Employers and Educators Need to Know About Accommodations for Ramadan and the Holiday, Eid ul-Fitr

By Maha Elgenaidi, Executive Director (Bio) February 18, 2026 Ramadan began for many Muslims on February 18, 2026. This month-long observance will conclude with Eid al-Fitr (the Festival of Breaking the Fast), expected to fall on Friday, March 20, 2026. Below is a brief overview of… Read More

Year-End Note | Our Name Change

A Year-End Note of Gratitude and Renewal Greetings of peace/Salam: As we step into a new year, I want to begin with gratitude for your partnership, your trust, and your shared belief in the power of education, relationship building, and pluralism, especially during challenging times. May this… Read More

A Note of Solidarity with Jewish Communities

We are heartbroken and outraged by the terror attack in Australia that targeted the Jewish community.To our Jewish siblings: you should not have to carry fear simply for being visibly Jewish. Antisemitism, like Islamophobia and all forms of hate, must be named clearly and confronted consistently, no matter where… Read More