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Upcoming Events
July 19 ---- Emory University Youth Theological Initiative - Youth Interfaith Day of Service
August 12 ---- New Horizons Fellowship Baptist Church
August 25 ---- Premiere of A Prince Among Slaves
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Speaker Spotlight
Huma Faruqi
ISBA has more than 30 trained, certified volunteer speakers who represent various professional, ethnic and linguistic backgrounds. Our Speaker Spotlight section is meant to provide some insight into the backgrounds and thoughts of our speakers.
This month, we are speaking with Huma Faruqi. Born in Karachi, Pakistan, Huma and her family came to the United States in 1998. She is a wife, a mother, a grandmother and an alum of the University of London, where she got her degree in teaching for special needs.
Speaker Spotlight: Huma, thank you for your time today. Can you share with us why you joined ISBA?
Huma: I was disappointed with the media's portrayal of Islam and Muslims after September 11. I began sharing leaflets to educate others about the true meaning of Islam. Through a mutual friend, I was introduced to the ISBA. The ISBA gave me an opportunity to reach out to more people than I could ever have reached alone.
Speaker Spotlight: How has becoming a speaker with the ISBA helped you grow personally or professionally?
Huma: Being a speaker withthe ISBA has given me a lot more confidence in public speaking.
Speaker Spotlight: Have your perceptions of Islam or other faiths changed?
Huma: It is always interesting to see people's reaction when they find out how much their own belief system and Islam have in common.
Speaker Spotlight:
Thank you, Huma, for taking the time to share your thoughts. |
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About ISBA
ISBA is a non-profit, apolitical educational organization that provides certified Muslim speakers to promote awareness about Islam and Muslims.
ISBA is a local affiliate of the Islamic Networks Group.
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Dear ISBA Friends and Supporters-
The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta (ISBA) has delivered many presentations, seminars and other educational programs to thousands of students, corporate employees, members of faith-based organizations, civic organizations, members of the media, law enforcement agents and hospital staffs.
Our presentations are customized to fit the needs of the hosting organization and are designed to:
--Correct any misinformation about Islam Give an overview on Islamic beliefs and practices.
--Provide tailored information about Muslims as it relates to the needs of the host organization.
--Foster a sustainable relationship between institutions and the local Muslim community.
Most of our engagements are through word of mouth. We appreciate your referral to those who might benefit from our services. We thank you for your continued support, encouragement and contributions. As always, please let us know if you have any suggestions on how we can further our efforts.
Thank you,
Soumaya Khalifa
Executive Director Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta |
ISBA's Sponsorship of Documentary Offers Opportunity to Build Bridges
Seeing a unique opportunity to help build bridges between the African American community and Muslims, ISBA is a major sponsor of A Prince Among Slaves premier in Atlanta. In addition, ISBA's executive director, Soumaya Khalifa, signed on as co-chair for the event.
Sponsored in part with grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities and National Black Programming Consortium, the documentary film tells the true story of an African, Muslim prince sold into slavery in the American South in 1788.
A Prince Among Slaves premiers on August 25 at the Rialto Center for the Arts. The 60 minute documentary is part of a national launch and is intended for broadcast on Public Broadcasting Service in early 2008.
A VIP reception prior to the premiere is planned with Atlanta leaders from African American, religious, cultural, educational, faith-based and peace organizations attending. | |
Students Learn More About Islam Through ISBA
More than two dozen middle school students and adults had an opportunity to learn more about Islam when ISBA presented as part of a Kids4Peace program.
Kids4Peace, an inter-faith, cross-cultural education for peace program, is a year long cultural exchange sponsored by the Episcopal Dioceses of Atlanta and Jerusalem in which children from the United States and the Middle East discover their common heritage.
ISBA gave an overview about beliefs and practices, demographics, holidays and culture of Islam and Muslims. Throughout the presentation the audience had the opportunity to ask questions. |
Islamophobia Presented At Pie In A Cup Dinner
To help get a better understanding about Islam, Pie in A Cup recently invited ISBA to present at their monthly dinner. Pie in a Cup is an informal group of Atlantans who meet frequently to discuss topics of the day.
ISBA's Dr. Rashid Naim and executive director, Soumaya Khalifa, spoke about Islamophobia. The presentation covered the definition, history and challenges of Islamaphobia, followed by an overview of the ISBA's work in outreach through education. | |
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