Chicagoland’s Muslims and Jews Explore “New Roots” at Café Finjan

Café Finjan attendees found connections through their historical roots, and shared how their experiences and perspectives can lead to building a better future. CAIR-Chicago, a JMCBI member organization, co-sponsored the event.

FeaturesMyJihad MyJihadMarch 16, 2012Art, Cafe Finjan, CAMP, chicago, Chicagoland, columbia college, Culture, event, Hamdard Center, Hillel, History, Interfaith, JCUA, Jewish, JMCBI, loyola university, Music, Muslim, performance, visual

Calling All Artists for Cafe Finjan 2012

The Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative is looking for artists for the upcoming Cafe Finjan on Thursday, March 15, 2012. This year's Cafe Finjan will feature art that explores the theme “New Roots Chicago: Digging our past and branching into our future.” Apply Today!

Features, Our News, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadJanuary 5, 2012Cafe Finjan, Calling Artists, Islam, Jew, Jewish, Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative, JMCBI, Judaism, Muslim, New Roots Chicago: Digging our past and branching into our futureComment

Attend "Iftar in the Synagogue"

Attend the annual Iftar at the Synagogue "Diverse Experiences, Common Future". This event is sponsored by The Jewish-Muslim Community Building Initiative.

Features, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadAugust 15, 2011Iftar, Iftar at the Synagogue, Interfaith, Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative, JMCBI, Ramadan, Temple SholomComment

Attend "Iftar in the Synagogue"

Attend the annual Iftar at the Synagogue "Diverse Experiences, Common Future". This event is sponsored by The Jewish-Muslim Community Building Initiative.

Features, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadAugust 15, 2011Iftar, Iftar at the Synagogue, Interfaith, Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative, JMCBI, Ramadan, Temple SholomComment

Muslim and Jewish Artists to Perform, Explore "Crossroads" - TOMORROW

Jewish and Muslim artists, musicians and community members will explore the crossroads we face in Chicago's political scene, as well as the crossroads of ethnicities, cultures and religions that make our city great at the next “Café Finjan” event.

Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadMarch 16, 2011Art, artists, Cafe Finjan, Chicago Crossroads, Comedy, dance, Gerald Hankerson, Interfaith, Jewish Muslim Community Building Iniative, JMCBI, literature, Music, PoetryComment

Muslim and Jewish Artists to Perform, Explore "Crossroads" - TOMORROW

Jewish and Muslim artists, musicians and community members will explore the crossroads we face in Chicago's political scene, as well as the crossroads of ethnicities, cultures and religions that make our city great at the next “Café Finjan” event.

Features, Our News, Press Releases, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadMarch 16, 2011Art, artists, Cafe Finjan, Chicago Crossroads, Comedy, dance, Gerald Hankerson, Interfaith, Jewish Muslim Community Building Iniative, JMCBI, literature, Music, PoetryComment

Calling Muslim & Jewish Artists! Cafe Finjan 2011 Coming Soon

Are you a Muslim or Jewish artist who believes in the transformative power of art? Showcase your talent at Café Finjan 2011! The theme of this year’s Café Finjan is “Chicago Crossroads,” emphasizing the crossroads we face in the city’s political scene, as well as the crossroads of ethnicities, cultures and religions that make our city great.

Features, Our News, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadFebruary 23, 2011Art, artists, Cafe Finjan, Chicago Crossroads, Comedy, dance, Interfaith, Jewish Muslim Community Building Iniative, JMCBI, literature, Music, PoetryComment

Outreach Coordinator Meets with Israeli-Palestinian Envoy

On Monday, Oct. 4th, CAIR-Chicago Outreach Coordinator Gerald Hankerson met with an international envoy from Israel and Palestine to share ideas on how to improve Jewish-Muslim relations through art.

Features, Our News, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadOctober 13, 2010Art, Cafe Finjan, CAMP Chicago, Council for the Advancement of Muslim Professionals, delegation, Gerald Hankerson, Interfaith, Israel, JCUA, Jewish Council on Urban Affairs, Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative, Jewish-Muslim Relations, JMCBI, PalestineComment

Iftar at the Synagogue - Thursday, August 19th

Celebrate the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and the Jewish month of Elul together with evening prayers, free food and great conversation.

Medill: Coffee and conversation finds common ground between Muslims and Jews

“There may be differences in political viewpoint and cultural viewpoint, but there’s often far more similarities,” said Outreach Coordinator Gerald Hankerson. “We really cultivate the idea that we should be proactive based on our faith traditions to make a better society here in Chicago.”

Features, Media MentionsMyJihad MyJihadMay 25, 2010Coffee, Criminal Justice, Gerald Hankerson, Imam Al-Deen Islam, JCUA, Jew, Jewish, Jewish Council on Urban Affairs, Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative, JMCBI, Medill, Muslim, Outreach Coordinator, Rabbi Larry Edwards Comment

JMCBI: Jewish-Muslim Discussion over Coffee - Criminal Justice

Join us for an exciting and thought-provoking discussion about Criminal Justice!Speakers will be Imam Al-Deen and Rabbi Larry Edwards.

When: Tuesday, May 11th 2010, 6:00–7:30 Where: Noble Tree Coffee & Tea, 2444 N Clark St, Chicago

Features, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadMay 10, 2010Criminal Justice, Discussion over Coffee, Imam Al-Deen, Islam, JCUA, Jew, Jewish, Jewish Council on Urban Affairs, Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative, JMCBI, Muslim, Rabbi Larry EdwardsComment

CAIR-Chicago Co-Hosts Jewish-Muslim Arts Event - Cafe Finjan

On February 4 CAIR-Chicago co-hosted Cafe Finjan, an interfaith arts and culture event coordinated by the Jewish-Muslim Community Building Initiative (JMCBI). The event aims to bring together Jews and Muslims from across Chicago. Outreach Coordinator, Gerald Hankerson, performed spoken word poetry and facilitated group discussions on religion and identity. Watch Gerald's Performance HERE

Join Interfaith Vigil on International Human Rights Day - Dec. 10th

Join the Jewish-Muslim Community Building Initiative (JMCBI) and other allies of faith on this day to emphasize the call of our faith traditions to welcome immigrants into our society.

Action Alerts, Features, Events & WorkshopsMyJihad MyJihadDecember 8, 2009CAIR Chicago, Human Rights Day, immigration, immigration reform, JCUA, Jewish Muslim Community Building Initiative, JMCBI, social justiceComment

Join CAIR-Chicago and JMCBI for a Discussion on Health Care: Oct. 18th, 2009

JMCBI is hosting a discussion group that will explore the future of health care in the U.S., and what Judaism and Islam say about this topic.

Jewish-Muslim Community Building Initiative to Host Holiday Party: Iftar in the Syngogue

CAIR-Chicago is a member of the Jewish-Muslim Community Building Initiative (JMCBI), a working group that focuses on grassroots collaboration between the Muslim and Jewish communities in the greater Chicago metropolitan area.

CAIR-Chicago Co-Sponsors First Café Finjan Galleria

Earlier this week, CAIR-Chicago, as part of the Jewish-Muslim Community Building Initiative (JMCBI), co-hosted the first Café Finjan of 2009. The event featured an art galleria that included artwork, short films, and music.