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Assalamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullahi Wa Barakatuh
 
Greetings from the Islamic Society of North America!
Newsletter Highlights
A Gift that Lasts
ISNA President Interviewed by Colorlines: CIA Torture Report: What Now?
Registration Now Open for the 16th Annual Education Forum!
SAVE THE DATE: Shoulder to Shoulder to Co-Host "Divinity & Diversity"
Jimmy Carter's Latest Book, Pre-signed and Available for Sale
UPCOMING EVENTS
JOB OPPORTUNITIES @ ISNA
Zakat Foundation is Hiring!
Become an ISNA Monthly Sustainer!
Become an ISNA Member
A Gift that Lasts 
 

The world we live in is constantly evolving and ISNA is committed to be a positive driver of change. ISNA has long recognized the importance of engaging with other faith communities as a fundamental part of its mission, and therefore we continuously host interfaith events and webinars to educate our friends, partners, officials and activists of other faiths about Islam.

 

Additionally, these inter-religious projects have helped break down barriers of misunderstanding, formed genuine partnerships of faith and ethics, and established a platform to advocate for social justice issues for the common good.

 

We aim to work together to fight Islamophobia and share knowledge about the true teachings and understanding of our religion in all sectors.

 

The gift of education has a ripple effect--it creates change locally, nationally, and globally. Ignorance is our enemy, and with your support we can make a difference.


 

Please take advantage of the year-end tax benefits by giving a gift to ISNA before December 31, 2014. ISNA is a zakat-eligible and tax-deductible organization.


 

  

ISNA President Interviewed by Colorlines: CIA Torture Report: What Now? 

Earlier this week, the Senate Intelligence Committee finally made public the executive summary of their milestone investigation into the C.I.A.'s use of torture at secret prisons overseas during the Bush administration. The report details the brutal "enhanced interrogation" techniques used on detainees, as well as the torture program's efficacy (or lack thereof), based on the agency's own documentation. Their findings also reveal the C.I.A.'s duplicity, how it provided false information on the extent, scope, and utility of their practices to members of Congress..
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Registration Now Open for the 16th Annual Education Forum! 
ISNA has opened registration for the 16th Annual ISNA Education Forum scheduled to take place April 3-5 in Rosemont, IL. The theme for this year's forum is "Educating the Global Citizen: Islamic Values, Standards and Technology."
The Education Forum  promotes excellence in Islamic education and fosters the growth of learning communities. Board members, administrators, and teachers are invited to enhance their skills...
          
SAVE THE DATE: Shoulder to Shoulder to Co-Host 
"Divinity & Diversity: Building our Beloved Community Together"
February 19-21, 2015
Dublin & Hilliard, Ohio

The United States has been a deeply religious society since its inception. Today, our religious landscape is changing as communities become increasingly diverse. Americans are more likely to see temples and mosques down the road beside the church, and communities from all traditions are hearing services lead in English, Spanish, Arabic, Hebrew, and more. Particularly in this post-9/11 context, what does this increased diversity mean for religious leadership?

This February, join national and local interfaith leaders as we discuss what this diversity means. Come share knowledge and experience of what skills will strengthen interreligious relationships and build resilient communities in America in the coming years. Workshops will provide opportunities to improve religious literacy, to learn about changing demographics, and to develop basic skills for responding to challenges presented by this increasing diversity, especially responding to religious discrimination.
 
         
Jimmy Carter's latest book,
A Call to Action - Women, Religion, Violence, and Power
Pre-Signed and Available for Sale!!


Click on Above Banner to Purchase Book

 

To watch Former President Jimmy Carter's Speeches at the 51st Annual ISNA Convention Click on the following links below

 

VIDEO Keynote address at the Community Service Recognition Luncheon (CSRL)click HERE 

 

 

VIDEO Speech at Friday night Session: "A Call to Action" click HERE 

UPCOMING EVENTS 

 
  4th Annual West Coast ISNA Education Forum
January 16-17, 2015 
Anaheim, California

Session Highlight: Mobile App Development to Empower Educators-Tahir Aziz
Click on Banner Above for more information and/or to register
 

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  ISNA Matrimonial Event
January 17, 2015 
Anaheim, California
 
Click on Banner Above for more information and/or to register
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 ISNA Matrimonial Event
February 7, 2015 
Tampa, Florida
 
Click on Banner Above for more information and/or to register 

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ISNA South Central Zone Conference 
March 7, 2015 
Houston, Texas
Theme: A "Manner" of Being - Exploring the Character of Muslims   

Click HERE to Register
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ISNA Matrimonial Event
March 7, 2015 
Houston, Texas
 
Click on Banner Above for more information and/or to register

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16th Annual Education Forum 
April 3-5, 2015 
Rosemont, IL 

ThemeEducating the Global Citizen: Islamic Values, Standards and Technology


JOB OPPORTUNITIES at ISNA
Zakat Foundation is Hiring!  
  Click on above link for details
 
Become an ISNA Monthly Sustainer!

We encourage you to support the work of ISNA by becoming a monthly sustainer. With your monthly gift, you help ensure ISNA's future programming and services.

It is easy and hassle-free, and a "greener" way to give as it reduces paper use! Simply click on the donation button below.



 

EACH ONE REACH ONE: BECOME AN ISNA MEMBER TODAY! 

 

Remember the old maxim: "Drops make an ocean." You can make the difference by becoming a member of ISNA, and continue the good by inviting your friends and family to become ISNA members as well. Let each one reach one! Registering as an ISNA member is easy.  Just click on the "Become A Member" button below:  

 

 

Muslim communities and Islamic organizations in the United States can only grow stronger by individuals supporting one another. It is with your support that ISNA has been bringing hearts closer for half a century!

 

Make ISNA your partner in helping create a better tomorrow.

 


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