In times of crisis, it’s crucial that we hold on to our humanity
By Maha Elgenaidi, Founder and Executive Director (Bio) August 27, 2024 The situation in Gaza is heartbreaking. Families have lost dozens of loved ones to relentless aerial bombings, and those who have survived are suffering from severe malnutrition and hunger. According to the Palestinian Ministry of… Read More
ING Resources on Countering Islamophobia
In ING seminars in corporations, schools and college campuses, and government agencies, we’re asked for resources on Islamophobia. Here are seminar audience handouts with links to our resources about Islamophobia and other forms of bigotry, which you can download and add to your databases of resources on countering Islamophobia… Read More
Muslims Commemorating Abraham | Islamophobia Resources
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 this… Read More
A Call for Peace between Israelis and Palestinians and Those Who Support Them in the United States.
Media coverage of student protests, what it tells us about our culture’s biases, and strategies for overcoming those biases to pursue peace among Americans on all sides of the Middle East conflict in our schools, college campuses, corporations, and communities. By Maha Elgenaidi, Founder and Executive Director (… Read More
Eid Mubarak | Exodus Story Significance
Eid Mubarak to those celebrating! Wednesday, April 10, 2024 On this occasion of Eid ul-Fitr (Festival of breaking the fast of Ramadan), the celebration marking the end of the month of Ramadan, ING wishes all who observe a happy and blessed Eid celebration. We hope and pray that this occasion… Read More
What employers and educators need to know about the last 10 days of Ramadan, which are followed by the Muslim holiday, Eid ul-Fitr
By Maha Elgenaidi, Executive Director (Bio) March 28, 2024 Educators and employers, the last 10 days of Ramadan and the Muslim holiday marking the end of Ramadan, Eid ul-Fitr (Festival of Breaking the Fast) are fast approaching. Here’s what you need to know and what might… Read More
Resources for Ramadan, and 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 and its… Read More
Honoring our Shared Humanity: Countering Islamophobia and Antisemitism
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 we acknowledge… Read More
Best Practices for Employees and Students in the Context of Current Events in Gaza and Israel
By Maha Elgenaidi, Founder & Executive Director (Bio) February 20, 2024 Since the October 7th attack by Hamas in Israel, my organization (ING) has had dozens of requests for our trainings on Islamophobia, or both Islamophobia and antisemitism together by our Muslim-Jewish panels, which we’ve delivered… Read More
Anti-Muslim versus Anti-Palestinian Bigotry
By Maha Elgenaidi, Founder & Executive Director (Bio) February 20, 2024 When delivering trainings on anti-Muslim bigotry (sometimes referred to as Islamophobia) for schools and workplaces in all fields, I’ve come across institutional leaders who are conflating anti-Muslim and anti-Palestinian bigotry. Both result in prejudice, which… Read More