MANA Enewsletter March 2014 CE - Jumada Al-Awwal 1435 AH

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MUSLIM ALLIANCE IN NORTH AMERICA  "Networking to Empower the Muslim Community"     February 2014 CE - Rabi Al-Akhar 1435 AH                                              Volume 8 - Issue 2

US Council of Muslim Organizations Launched at D.C. News Conference   WASHINGTON, D.C., 3/12/14) -- Ten* major national American Muslim organizations held a news conference today at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., to announce the formation of the US Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO), an umbrella group that will serve as a representative voice for Muslims as that faith community seeks to enhance its positive impact on society. [SEE:http://uscmo.org/ ] The new national council's first priority will be to build on Muslim citizenship rights by conducting a census of American Muslims to create a database that will be used to enhance civic and political participation in upcoming elections.   *Organizations participating in the initial launch included: The Mosque Cares (Ministry of Imam W. Deen Mohammed), Muslim American Society (MAS), American Muslims for Palestine (AMP), Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), Islamic Circle of North American (ICNA), Muslim Legal Fund of America (MLFA), Muslim Alliance in North America (MANA), Muslim Ummah of North America (MUNA), American Muslim Alliance (AMA), The Mosque Foundation (Chicago).      FOUR INGREDIENTS FOR A  "WOMAN FRIENDLY" MASJID Women and The American Mosque  Study Examines the Position of Women in American Mosques      A recently released study,  "The American Mosque Study Report #3 :Women and the American Mosque," examines the attitudes of masjids toward the inclusion of women in the life of the masjid.      What Makes a Masjid "Woman Friendly"? The report, written by Aisha   Al-Adawiyah, Sarah Sayeed and Ihsan Bagby, rated mosques women-friendly based on four criteria:  (1) The level of women's physical access to the main prayer area (2) Attendance of women at Jumah prayer (3) If the masjid provided women-specific programming a (4) Whether women participated in masjid goverance.    African American Masjid Most Friendly Study results showed that overall African American masjid ranked highest as "women-friendly," with 81% of African American masjids ranking good or excellent.  Even those masjids that met some or several criteria for being "woman friendly" expressed a need for improvement.     Marginalizing Women Risks Youth The reports concludes that when women are marginalized in masjids the health of our communities and the commitment of our youth are risked.    Report Recommendations Recommendations and goals to help masjids become more"women-friendly" are included in the report.  Masjid leaders are encouraged to set goals for improvement.   Setting Goals for Improvement Masjid leaders are encouraged to set goals for improvement.  Are there changes that you can you make immediately to make your masjid more women friendly? What are some possible goals for six month...and a year from now?        "The American Mosque 2011: Women and the American Mosque" READ THE FULL REPORT HERE        MUSLIMS AND THE HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE  Muslims and the Health Insurance Marketplace ATTEND FREE VIA WEBINAR -OR- PHONE March 24th - 2:00 pm ET       CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR  (To join by phone call:  1-702-489-0003 - your access code is the "#" key on your phone).      The Islamic Society of North America and the HHS Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships invite you to attend a webinar and conference call on the health care law. The deadline for enrolling in health insurance in the Health Insurance Marketplace is approaching quickly on March 31, and it's important that you know and understand how this impacts you and your loved ones. The speakers joining us for the webinar and conference call are: Dr. Sayyid M. Syeed, National Director, ISNA's Office of Interfaith and Community Alliances Rumana A. Ahmed, Office of Public Engagement, The White House Khadija Gurnah, American Muslim Health Professionals Acacia Salatti, Acting Director, HHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnership   Dr. Syeed, will discuss the importance of health among Muslim families and communities, and enrolling in the Health Insurance Marketplace. Representatives from the White House, the American Muslim Health Professionals and the HHS Partnership Center will provide information on the health care law, how to enroll in health insurance and resources to share with others. You will also have the opportunity to take part in a question and answer session at the end of the webinar.      ENROLLMENT DEADLINE IS MONDAY, MARCH 31       FOLLOW THESE LINKS TO GET REGISTERED FOR HEALTH INSURANCE RIGHT AWAY:   To see plans and estimate your cost and/or subsidy:  CLICK HERE TO "SEE PLANS BEFORE I APPLY"    To get covered immediately: CLICK HERE TO "APPLY NOW FOR HEALTH COVERAGE"    TO ENROLL BY PHONE 24/7 IN ENGLISH -OR- ONE OF 152 OTHER LANGUAGES (including Arabic, Urdu, Spanish and French) CALL:   1-800-318-2596      YOU CAN ALSO FIND OUT WHERE TO GET HELP ENROLLING NEAR YOU BY CALLING: 1-800-318-2596      OICO AND ICTC HOST  DOULA TRAINING FOR MUSLIM WOMEN   The Oregon Islamic Chaplains Organization (OICO) and the International Center for Traditional Childbearing (ICTC) are partnering to host a doula training for Muslim women in the greater Portland and Washington County area. The OICO is receiving many calls from the hospital Chaplain's department regarding Muslim laboring women who are alone and in need of a doula. However the number of trained Muslim doulas in Oregon is limited. Therefore, we will hosting a doula training in Portland June 26-30, 2014.   If you are interested in being trained as an Islamic doula please email Shafia M. Monroe at: [e-mail] to express your interest; or call 503-460-9324 and leave your contact information.  May Allah bless our niyah. Shafia M. Monroe, MPH, DEM, DT, is President and CEO of The International Center for Traditional Childbearing (ICTC). [e-mail]  www.ictcmidwives.org THE OREGON ISLAMIC CHAPLAINS ORGANIZATION (OICO)  IS A MANA AFFILIATED ORGANIZATION YOU CAN  Make a Difference! This summer, many children--Muslims and non-Muslims who usually get lunch in school may go hungry.  You can help by providing a summer lunch site at your masjid, center or Islamic school.  The food, or cost of food, is provided--you provide the space and volunteers! This is a simple way to respond to the Islamic duty of feeding the poor.     Learn how to become a SFSP site and serve free summer meals to hungry children in your community.       READ: "What is a Site?," "Who Can Become a Site,?" "How to Prepare ...       Qur'an: Guidance   for all Mankind       "O my Lord! make me one who establishes regular Prayer, and also (raise such) among my offspring  O our Lord! and accept Thou my Prayer."  Ibrahim 14:40   YOU CAN Make a Difference! HELP MANA Continue These Important  Programs: -community reentry -food & clothing banks -employment services -GED program -family & couple counseling  Please make a generous donation  or pledge today!               Your Donation is Tax-Deductible   Jazakallah Khairan!     MANA is a 501(c)(3)   Federally Tax-Exempt Organization Federal Tax ID #71-0997466       Masjid Al Mumineen  and  MANA SHARE Indianapolis Cordially Invite You to Attend     THOSE WHO CHARTED THE WAY  Banquet and Fundraiser "Recognizing Those Who Charted Establishment  Of Indianapolis' First Sunni Masjid"     Saturday, April 5, 2014 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Julia Carson Center Fall Creek and Delaware Avenue   Special Guest: Rep of  Congressman Andre Carson Guest Speaker: Dr. Ihsan Bagby Adults $15 - Children (18 & under) $10 - Family $60 -  Seniors (70+) $15 Get tickets: On-line at:  www.masjidmumineen.com at Masjid Mumineen (masjid office) 317-545-4252 Tickets Available at the Door For more information: Saeed Ahmed Alkhattab 317-402-8671 Lana Lewis-Talib 317-319-4013 HAJJ 1435 . Umrah & Study Intensive  With Shaykh Abdullah bin Hamid Ali!   Departure: JFK in New York or San Francisco 5 Days In Makkah - 5 Star Hotel  Tours, Meals and Much More. For Details Contact: Imam Suliamaan Hamed Phone:[phone] Email: [e-mail]. SAVE THE DATE THIS PROGRAM IS FOR ADULT AND TEEN WOMEN ONLY Early Bird Price: $150 - After May 1st: $200 Register on line at: https://muslimahgetaway2014.eventbrite.com/  For more information contact: Matiniah Yahya at: 203-376-7704   MANA IS A CO-SPONSOR FOR THIS EVENT   THE HALAL BUSINESSES  Grow Your Business While Supporting  Islamic Education*     Join The Halal Businesses At:   thehalalbusinesses.com    or call: 404-860-1414     *A portion of your joining fees goes to Islamic Education   DEEN TV: HALAL ENTERTAINMENT  LIVE ONLINE 24/7  @ deen.tv   DEEN TV IS ON...!!!   CHECK IT OUT HERE!!!   Can You Even Imagine Living In A Closet With No Human Contact  DAY AFTER DAY... 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