Community Statements

We observe today’s tragic anniversary by continuing the work we were founded to do

For the past sixteen years, our country has remembered 9/11/01 in different ways. For those who lost loved ones in these attacks, the commemorations bring a pain that time will never heal. Our hearts and prayers are with them today.While some have and continue to use the attacks of 9/11 as… Read More

LAUNCHING: Back-to-School Campaign (Videos)

Launching the #KnowYourNeighbor Back-to-School Social Media Campaign Sharing resources with educators for more inclusive classrooms September 7th-15th Working together with eighty-seven national partners, we’re excited to launch the Know Your Neighbor Back-to-School social media campaign between Thursday,… Read More

Happy Eid | ING Op-Ed Published

Wishing you and your family a blessed and joyous Eid al-Adha! May the spirit of this holiday which commemorates the dedication and sacrifice of our forefather Abraham and his family inspire us towards good deeds, unity and hope. As a recent article by an… Read More

ING Staff Speak to Thousands at Interfaith Peace Events and Youth Conference

ING Director Speaks at Synagogue Event to Stand United Against Bigotry In two separate events this weekend, ING Executive Director Maha Elgenaidi spoke to thousands of attendees from various religions and worldviews about the power of standing united against bigotry in any form. On Friday,… Read More

Muslims and Jews Launch New Organizing Group

Bay Area Muslims Host Dinner; Launch New Muslim-Jewish Connect Group A few of the Muslim and Jewish representatives at last night’s dinner Representing three dozen Bay Area Muslim and Jewish houses of worship and non-profit organizations, and led by ING Executive Director Maha Elgenaidi and Rabbi Nathanial Ezray… Read More

Back to School: ING Affiliates | Online Curriculum

ING Affiliates Offer Our Programs in their Local Region Since 2000, ING’s Affiliates have brought our content and presentations to locations across the country. Besides other interfaith work they do, ING Affiliates deliver presentations from the Islamic Speakers Bureau catalog and provide … Read More

ING Responds to Charlottesville Violence With Call to Know Your Neighbor

Courtesy Steven D. Martin By Islamic Networks Group (ING) Staff. On Saturday, August 12th, we posted this brief statement on our Facebook Page: “ING joins all Americans in shock at the violence and at least one death at the white nationalist rally in Charlottesville. Our deep… Read More

After months of drills, the INGYouth speakers are ready

After Months of Certification Drills, 55 New INGYouth Speakers Ready to be Publicized to Their Schools in the Fall INGYouth speaker Ilyas Kiziloglu presenting to a high school assembly The INGYouth Program took shape in a time of increased bullying and harassment of Muslim… Read More

3 Million Views of Know Your Neighbor Campaign

From July 20th-27th, the Know Your Neighbor Coalition’s “Share Your Story” Campaign saw over 3 million views of videos of people teaching others about diverse faith communities and the importance of interfaith engagement! More than 140 organizations participated. You can find detailed results and sample videos below. Read More

ING Editorial Explores U.S. Muslim-Jewish Relations in Light of Recent Violence in Jerusalem

U.S. Muslim-Jewish Relations in the Context of Palestinian-Israeli Conflict: What We Can Do ING Executive Director Maha Elgenaidi has authored a new editorial at the Huffington Post that explores U.S. Muslim-Jewish relations in light of the growing Palestinian-Israeli conflict: Recent violence and loss… Read More