What: Community Builders First Annual Convention Political Activism Panel

Stop by our booth at the First Annual Community Builders Convention. CAIR-Chicago Staff will be available to answer the questions and concerns of community members, as well as to provide information on CAIR-Chicago's programs and services.

The goal of the event is to provide a forum for education and discussion around complex cultural issues that have strong implications in the lives of individuals and communities on campus and beyond.

How do I get involved in my community? What is my civic responsibility as a citizen or new immigrant?

Topic: Current Changes in Immigration Legislation

Currently pending on the United States Senate’s agenda is the issue of comprehensive immigration reform.

WHAT: Islamic Foundation School Fundraising Dinner

WHAT: Panel discussion on political involvement within the Muslim Community and the ways to do it. The discussion will take place during the monthly Community Builders Meeting.

What: The forum will offer suggestions for action in legislation, public investigation, and appropriate safeguards against future human rights abuses.

Topic: Current Changes in Immigration Legislation

The U.S. Senate is in the midst of debating what could be ground breaking legislation in immigration reform. What will this bill mean for the immigrants in this country? How will this bill impact you? What does the future look like for immigration and immigrants’ rights?

WHAT - CAIR-Chicago is organizing a series of introductory level lectures on Islam with Elderhostel on a program titled Building Bridges to Islam.

WHAT - CAIR-Chicago is organizing a series of introductory level lectures on Islam with Elderhostel on a program titled Building Bridges to Islam. The goal of this series is to offer citizens of the Chicagoland area an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of Islam, as well as to interact with members of their local Muslim communities.

What: Discussing the Controversy of the Danish Cartoons

Session #1: Learn about how non-profit organizations can be involved in nonpartisan voter registration, political empowerment, and lobbying efforts on issues that affect the South Asian Community while complying with legal obligations and standards.

What: Understanding Islam and Muslims - a Church presentation

Volunteers are also needed to knock on doors on Election Day! This year’s primary is very important for the Muslim community and we need to mobilize to and get out to the polls!

The Illinois primary election is TODAY! That’s right, Election Day is here and CAIR-Chicago volunteers have made nearly 800 phone calls to registered Muslim voters to cast their ballots.

Islam Awareness Week: Are the Headlines True?

With the attacks on immigrants and activists on a rise, it is essential that people come together and oppose these injustices. Join us in solidarity with different groups for an evening of discussion, food, and music!