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# EmgageUSA

Emgage educates and mobilizes Muslim American voters

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://emgageusa.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Report

- [2022 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2023/06/20/2022-annual-report/)
- [2024 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2025/07/04/2024-annual-report/)
- [2023 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2024/07/29/2023-annual-report/)
- [Exclusive Preview: Winning Muslim Votes: A Policy Priority Analysis in Swing States](https://emgageusa.org/2024/07/31/exclusive-preview-winning-muslim-votes-a-policy-priority-analysis-in-swing-states/) - This exclusive preview of key findings from Winning Muslim Votes: A Policy Priority Analysis in Swing States sheds light on Muslim voter preferences and opinions compared to the general public in three key swing states (Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Michigan) fielded between June 20-July 8, 2024. While 65% of Muslim voters supported Biden in 2020, only
- [2021 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2022/10/20/2021-annual-report/) - We are incredibly proud to celebrate Emgage’s 15th year anniversary! Since our founding, our focus remains on building Muslim American civic participation by educating and mobilizing voters. We feel blessed to be able to continue on this journey with you and are excited to share our latest accomplishments.
- [2020 Muslim American Voter Turnout Report](https://emgageusa.org/2022/06/06/2020-muslim-american-voter-turnout-report/) - This report describes key findings on Muslim American voter turnout during the 2020 presidential elections, and details the impacts of Emgage’s “Million Muslim Votes” campaign.
- [2020 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2021/07/26/2020-annual-report/) - 2020 was a truly historic year for Emgage and Muslim American voters. At the beginning of the year, we knew that the Muslim American community was poised to play a significant role electorally. After years of educating, organizing, and mobilizing, we felt that the community was on the cusp of something truly great. This is why we launched the Million Muslim Votes (MMV) campaign, a first-of its-kind national effort to motivate and turn out at least one million voters in the 2020 general elections. Thanks to the creativity and dedication of our staff, volunteers, board members, and amazing partners, we turned out a historic number of voters and, with it, changed the narrative of Muslim political engagement.
- [Muslim Voter Poll](https://emgageusa.org/2021/10/14/muslim-voter-poll/)
- [2018 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2020/09/18/2018-annual-report/)
- [2019 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2021/01/26/2019-annual-report/)
- [Florida Muslim Voter Turnout - 2018 Midterm](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/florida-muslim-voter-turnout-2018-midterm/) - Florida is the oldest and largest Emgage chapter and our GOTV efforts there have contributed to a 22 point increase in Muslim voter turnout from the 2014 midterm election. Across Florida, 53% of registered Muslim voters turned out on November 6. All of the counties that Emgage canvassed saw significant increase in voter turnout. Six of the nine counties
- [Tale of Two Futures: How will Muslims fare after the 2020 Biden v. Trump elections?](https://emgageusa.org/2020/10/21/tale-of-two-futures-how-will-muslims-fare-after-the-2020-biden-v-trump-elections/)
- [Michigan Muslim Voter Turnout - 2018 Midterm](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/michigan-muslim-voter-turnout-2018-midterm/) - Michigan saw a 19 point increase in Muslim voter turnout between the 2014 and 2018 midterm elections. Across Michigan, roughly 50% of registered Muslim voters turned out on November 6. Emgage worked in one county and three congressional districts across Michigan in 2018. Two of the Emgage districts exceeded the statewide 19 point increase in Muslim voter turnout: Wayne County-
- [Muslims in America Policy Poll](https://emgageusa.org/2020/08/25/muslims-in-america-policy-poll/) - The Muslims in America Policy Poll surveyed Muslims in America around the issues and policies most urgent to them.
- [Virginia Muslim Voter Turnout - 2018 Midterm](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/virginia-muslim-voter-turnout-2018-midterm/) - Virginia saw a 31 point increase in Muslim voter turnout between the 2014 and 2018 midterm elections.Across Virginia, 60% of registered Muslim voters turned out on November 6. Emgage worked in five counties and four congressional districts across Virginia in 2018. Loudoun County exceeded the statewide 31 point increase in Muslim voter turnout: Fairfax County- 31 pt ↑Loudoun County- 36
- [Ohio Muslim Voter Turnout - 2018 Midterm](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/ohio-muslim-voter-turnout-2018-midterm/) - Ohio has emerged as an important battleground states. In the lead up to 2018, and as we approach the 2020 presidential election, Emgage has extended its efforts to Ohio. Our work in this state has seen some of the most significant growth midterm to midterm, with Ohio producing a 29 point increase in state wide Muslim
- [2016 American Muslim Post-Election Survey](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/2016-american-muslim-post-election-survey/) - Illustrating voter behavior and sentiments of registered Muslim voters in the swing states of Florida, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
- [Muslim Vote Impact](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/muslim-vote-impact/) - From protecting civil liberties to fixing our healthcare and strengthening the economy, we strive to help American Muslims be defined by what they stand for. Together we are helping to educate and mobilize our community to become a force for positive change and build the next generation of civic leaders. From mobilizing thousands of voters
- [2015 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/2015-annual-report/) - It is the day after the November 2016 Presidential elections. The headline reads, “American Muslims arrive as a political player.” The article goes on to point out how this year the American Muslim community turned itself into a true asset that will be highly sought after in political circles. They voted over 10% above the
- [2014 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/2014-annual-report/) - The American Muslim community has more opportunities than ever to become a voice for change. In 2014 we saw a historical increased interest among those 35 and under to participate in the electoral process, not just as voters, but as completely invested citizens. At Emerge USA we see voting not as the goal but as
- [2013 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/2013-annual-report/) - The Muslim community is the most civically engaged community in America. You heard me. This community has over the past 50 years raised hundreds of millions of dollars; built buildings; created schools; established free medical clinics, homeless shelters, domestic violence shelters, and organizations for disaster relief abroad and at home; and numerous other efforts to
- [2012 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/2012-annual-report/) - This year saw the rise of the minority voice in American politics and you the members of EMERGE USA played a crucial role. I want to thank you for your support and tell you briefly how we used your contributions. We entered 2012 with aggressive goals for our three main focus areas: Emerging Voters, Emerging
- [2016 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/2016-annual-report/) - 2016 was a critical year for Emgage and a year where as an organization we hit several first-time accomplishments. For the first time, Emgage ran a Get Out the Vote Campaign across five states for a general election and now has capacity in several battle ground states across the country. It was also the first
- [2017 Annual Report](https://emgageusa.org/2020/07/16/2017-annual-report/) - 2017 was a watershed year for Emgage. Although founded almost ten years prior in Florida (formerly as Emerge USA), this year witnessed rapid growth in term of our size, budget, and program offerings.

## Pages

- [Home](https://emgageusa.org/)
- [Index Page](https://emgageusa.org/home/)
- [About North Star Policy Initiative](https://emgageusa.org/nspi/) - A leading National Muslim American Civic Engagement Organization to Spearhead Policy Thought Leadership and Engagement. The North Star Policy Initiative (NSPI) will serve as a bridge between policymakers and constituencies committed to thoughtful and principled policies that expand representation and strengthen national security. About the North Star Policy Initiative The North Star Policy Initiative
- [Impact Report](https://emgageusa.org/impact2020/) - IMPACT 2020 The Million muslim votes campaign voter turnout report Letter from the Organizers Dear Friends, 2020 was an incredibly pivotal year. The general elections were just one example of a definitive moment for our community. Through it all, we persevered, we organized, we showed up like never before—and over one million Muslim voters
- [Our Team](https://emgageusa.org/our-team/) - Our team consists of professionals from across the fields of politics, policy, organizing, nonprofit operations, and more – all committed to politically empowering Muslim American communities.
- [North Star Policy Initiative](https://emgageusa.org/north-star-policy-initiative/) - Stay tuned for our newest project launch.
- [Invest In A Brighter Future](https://emgageusa.org/donate/) - Donate today to invest in a brighter future for Muslim Americans. Contributions are tax-deductible. Emgage is dedicated to cultivating a future in which Muslim Americans are civically engaged and politically represented. We want an America in which the Muslim Vote is highly influential and is critical to any candidate’s political victory. We want an
- [Emerging Leaders Program](https://emgageusa.org/emerging-leaders-program/) - Overview Emerging leaders seek to mentor the next generation of Muslim American civic leaders by connecting them to and training them with expert practitioners in the field. The program selects a class of Emerging Leaders in each of Emgage’s state chapters once a year. The program includes three components, whereby recruits are offered in-person and/or
- [Our Board](https://emgageusa.org/our-board/) - Our visionary and dedicated board includes civil rights lawyers, doctors, business professionals, public servants, and nonprofit pioneers who are dedicated to our mission and positioning Emgage as the main civic organization for Muslim American communities.
- [Emgage's African American Community Engagement](https://emgageusa.org/emgages-african-american-community-engagement/) - Emgage's Commitment to Black Muslim Americans Emgage honors and recognizes the critically important role that Black Muslims play in the origins of Islam in America. Today, Emgage seeks to serve African American and African Muslim communities that have been too-often marginalized by Islamophobia, classism, and racism, both within and outside the Muslim community. Black
- [About Emgage](https://emgageusa.org/about/) - Emgage educates and mobilizes Muslim American voters in support of policies that enable our communities to thrive and democracy to flourish. We believe in collective action to protect our pluralistic democracy and seek to move the needle on issues that deeply impact Muslim communities, and reshape political narratives that have often sidelined our communities from
- [Build the Bench](https://emgageusa.org/build-the-bench/) - Stay tuned, this page is coming soon.
- [Policy Convening](https://emgageusa.org/policy-convening/) - Stay tuned, this page is coming soon.
- [Navigating Today’s Political Landscape:](https://emgageusa.org/navigating-todays-political-landscape/)
- [Career Opportunities](https://emgageusa.org/jobs/)
- [Chapters and Affiliates](https://emgageusa.org/chapters-and-affiliates/) - Emgage is comprised of a national office and seven state chapters. Click states below to learn more.
- [Privacy Policy](https://emgageusa.org/privacy-policy/) - This privacy notice discloses the privacy practices for (www.emgageusa.org). This privacy notice applies solely to information collected by this web site. It will notify you of the following: What personally identifiable information is collected from you through the web site, how it is used and with whom it may be shared. What choices are available
- [Muslim Day at City Hall Folio](https://emgageusa.org/muslim-day-at-city-hall-folio-2/) - Muslim Day at City Hall (MDCH) 2024 Folio
- [Muslim Day at City Hall Folio](https://emgageusa.org/muslim-day-at-city-hall-folio/) - Muslim Day at City Hall (MDCH) 2024 Folio
- [Our Programs](https://emgageusa.org/our-programs/) - Emgage works nationally and in electorally significant states on numerous projects designed to empower and educate Muslim American voters. Click below to learn more about our current projects. Muslim Civic Table African American Community Engagement Emerging Leaders Program Million Muslim Votes How to Mobilize
- [Election Poll](https://emgageusa.org/election-poll/)
- [Put Stock in Something That Matters](https://emgageusa.org/put-stock-in-something-that-matters-2/) - Why should you donate stock? Did you know that when you donate stock, you avoid the tax on the gain while deducting 100% of the value of the contribution? When you give stock, you may earn 2-3x the tax savings vs. donating cash. It’s a win-win for you and us. And now it’s fast, safe
- [Contact Us](https://emgageusa.org/contact/)
- [Presidential Personnel Office Program](https://emgageusa.org/presidential-personnel-office-program-2/) - Ensuring the Administration Looks Like America Following the campaign and election of President Joe Biden, Emgage has prioritized engagement with the Presidential Personnel Office to ensure that Muslim Americans have the opportunity to apply for various federal government appointments. ACHIEVEMENTS Over 70 Muslim American appointments to the Biden Administration Over 40 Muslim American civil society
- [Find Representatives](https://emgageusa.org/find-representatives/)
- [Newsletter Subscription](https://emgageusa.org/newsletter-subscription/)
- [Newsroom](https://emgageusa.org/newsroom/) - Nothing here will print on this page.
- [Reports](https://emgageusa.org/reports/)
- [Mobilizing for Effective Change](https://emgageusa.org/mobilize/) - According to a study conducted by Pew Research Center, there are more than 3 million Muslim Americans in the United States today, with many living in ‘swing states’. Muslim Americans, when politically literate and civically engaged, have the potential for immense impact on American politics. Emgage’s critical work to politically mobilize Muslim American communities was showcased
- [Search](https://emgageusa.org/search/)
- [Emgage in the News](https://emgageusa.org/emgage-in-the-news/)
- [Press Releases](https://emgageusa.org/press-releases/)
- [Upcoming Events](https://emgageusa.org/upcoming-events/)

## Board Members

- [Sean Stinnett](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/sean-stinnett/) - Helping people access opportunities is at the core of his personal and professional life. Sean A. Stinnett works in the Mayor’s Office as the Deputy Director of Small, Minority & Women-Owned Businesses and Director of Baltimore Main Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. Before working for the City of Baltimore, Sean served 10 years as the PRG
- [Amin Mitha](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/amin-mitha/) - Amin Mitha is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, currently serving as Chairman and President of multiple business enterprises spanning hotels, real estate management, financing, consulting, and specialty services. He holds certifications as a Certified General Accountant (C.G.A.) from Toronto, Ontario, and a Certified Management Auditor from the London School of Economics.
- [Amin Mitha](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/amin-mitha-2/) - Amin Mitha is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, currently serving as Chairman and President of multiple business enterprises spanning hotels, real estate management, financing, consulting, and specialty services. He holds certifications as a Certified General Accountant (C.G.A.) from Toronto, Ontario, and a Certified Management Auditor from the London School of Economics.
- [Mazen Basrawi](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/mazen-basrawi/) - Mazen M. Basrawi is a trial attorney in the Housing and Civil Enforcement Section of the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division where he enforces the Fair Housing Act (FHA, the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA), and the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA). Notably, he litigated United States v. Rutherford County, Tennessee,
- [Awais Khaleel](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/awais-khaleel/) - Awais Khaleel is an attorney and career prosecutor. He is currently an Assistant Corporation Counsel for the Dane County Corporation Counsel’s Office. Awais also serves as a Judge Advocate and officer with the Wisconsin Army National Guard. He previously served as an Assistant District Attorney with the Dane County District Attorney’s Office and associate with
- [Rep. Madinah Wilson- Anton](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/rep-madinah-wilson-anton/) - Rep. Wilson-Anton was elected in 2020 at the age of 26 to represent the 26th Representative District in the Delaware General Assembly making her the first Muslim elected to statewide office in the state's history. She is an alumna of the University of Delaware, holding a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Asian Studies, and
- [Mark Crain](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/mark-crain/) - Mark is the Deputy Director of Economic Development for Wayne County, Michigan. There, he's a leader in business attraction, community development, and environmental justice and sustainability, serving all 43 of Wayne County's communities. Mark has also served for several years as the executive director at Dream of Detroit, a Muslim-led initiative combining community development and
- [Dr. Iltefat Hamzavi](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/dr-iltefat-hamzavi/) - Dr. Iltefat Hamzavi is Emgage's Board Chairman. He is a metro Detroit-based family person, physician and activist. Dr. Hamzavi earned his Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in Sociology from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He received his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and trained at Wayne State University and
- [Natasha El-Haj Hedinger](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/natasha-el-haj-hedinger/) - Natasha graduated from Nova Southeastern University in Florida with a degree in Business Administration and specialized in Public Administration at the American University of Beirut in Lebanon. In June of 2022, she received her Executive MBA at the University of Oregon. Natasha spent her career learning and working in HR then slowly moved to work
- [Saima Siddiqui](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/saima-siddiqui/) - Saima Siddiqui is a risk management professional at a leading public accounting firm, with over 20 years of experience in accounting and risk management. She has served on the boards of several non-profits, with a focus on improving the state of local communities and furthering the cause of equity for all.
- [Dr. Tayyib Rana](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/dr-tayyib-rana/) - Dr. Tayyib Rana is a world class eye surgeon and physician who strives hard to ensure that his patient population receives the best treatment options currently available. He travels extensively to teach as well as continuously learn the latest treatments in eye care. This makes Northern Virginia Eye Institute a center of cutting-edge excellence. Dr.
- [Nidal Hozien](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/nidal-hozien/) - Nidal Hozien is the son of Palestinian immigrants. On the professional side, he moved up the corporate ladder from project manager to vice president and general manager of the Miami Operations Center. He was appointed by Miami-Dade Commissioner Zapata to the Miami Dade Asian American Advisor Board, and was a founding member of COSMOS (Coalition
- [Dr. Mehboob Chaudhry](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/mehboob-chaudry/) - In his medical education, Dr. Chaudhry became board certified in four fields of medicine—sleep medicine, critical care, pulmonary medicine and internal medicine. He completed his final residency in Pulmonary and Critical Care, and he returned to McKeesport to build a pulmonary practice—Chaudhry Pulmonary Associates. Dr. Chaudhry is the President and long-time Board Member at his
- [Al Hajja Faheemah S. El-Amin](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/al-hajja-faheemah-s-el-amin/) - Al Hajja Faheemah S. El-Amin is the first Muslim to hold an elected position in the municipal government of the City of Plainfield and New Jersey as the Fourth Ward on the City Council. She was re-elected in 1991 to represent the First and Fourth Wards At-Large on the City Council. In 1992, Faheemah was
- [Khurrum Wahid](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/khurrum-wahid/) - Khurrum Wahid is a founding member and current National Chairperson of Emgage Action and Emgage Political Action Committee (PAC). He was the National Chairperson of Emgage Foundation from its inception. Khurrum is a partner at Wahid Vizcaino Geller LLP. He has over 100 jury trials in a wide range of federal and state matters in
- [Abdul Mughees Khan Chaudhri](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/abdul-mughees-khan-chaudhri/)
- [Nidal Hozein](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/nidal-hozein/)
- [Mohammad Aziz](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/mohammad-aziz/)
- [Iltefat Hamzavi](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/iltefat-hamzavi/)
- [Suhail Nanji](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/suhail-nanji/)
- [Wasif Qureshi](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/wasif-qureshi/)
- [AJ Duranni](https://emgageusa.org/board-member/aj-duranni/)

## Chapters

- [Emgage Florida](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/emgage-florida/)
- [Emgage (National Office, Washington D.C.)](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/national-office/)
- [Emgage Pennsylvania](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/emgage-pennsylvania/)
- [Emgage Michigan](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/emgage-michigan/)
- [Emgage Texas](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/texas-2-0/)
- [Emgage DMV (DC, Maryland & Virginia)](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/emgage-virginia/)
- [Emgage New York, New Jersey & Connecticut](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/emgage-new-york-metro-ny/)
- [Emgage California](https://emgageusa.org/chapter/emgage-california/)

## Directories

- [2018 Midterm Muslim Voter Turnout](https://emgageusa.org/directory/2018-midterm-muslim-voter-turnout/) - We are the nation’s largest nonprofit focused on increasing Muslim American voter participation. Every year, Emgage conducts data-driven Get Out The Vote (GOTV) campaigns for local, state, and federal elections that include voter registration, early voting initiatives, phone banking, canvassing, and voter education. During the 2018 Midterm Elections, we engaged with over 130,000 voters. Emgage is

## Events

- [Community Iftar in Memory of Dr. Abdul Rashid Piracha](https://emgageusa.org/event/community-iftar-in-memory-of-dr-abdul-rashid-piracha/)
- [Emgage Pennsylvania Gala](https://emgageusa.org/event/emgage-pennsylvania-gala/)
- [2nd SoCal Muslim Civic Table](https://emgageusa.org/event/2nd-socal-muslim-civic-table/)
- [Orlando Community Update: Crisis in Gaza](https://emgageusa.org/event/orlando-community-update-crisis-in-gaza/)
- [Fireside Chai with Jimmy & Ibrahim Small: Multigenerational Civic Engagement & Activism](https://emgageusa.org/event/fireside-chai-with-jimmy-ibrahim-small-multigenerational-civic-engagement-activism/)
- [Community Workshop: Critiquing American Policy on the Middle East](https://emgageusa.org/event/community-workshop-critiquing-american-policy-on-the-middle-east/)
- [2023 Houston Election Candidates Forum](https://emgageusa.org/event/2023-houston-election-candidates-forum/)
- [Pathways to Appointments in an Administration with Sam Parker](https://emgageusa.org/event/pathways-to-appointments-in-an-administration-with-sam-parker/)
- [Voting Rights for Formerly Incarcerated Community Members, and Probation/Parole Reform](https://emgageusa.org/event/voting-rights-for-formerly-incarcerated-community-members-and-probation-parole-reform/)
- [Pennsylvania Muslim Capitol Day 2023](https://emgageusa.org/event/pennsylvania-muslim-capitol-day-2023/)
- [Pennsylvania Emerging Leaders Program](https://emgageusa.org/event/pennsylvania-emerging-leaders-retreat/)
- [Emgage Virginia Reception](https://emgageusa.org/event/emgage-virginia-reception/)
- [American Mosaic Festival](https://emgageusa.org/event/american-mosaic-festival/)
- [Cool Beans: Serving our community through civic engagement](https://emgageusa.org/event/cool-beans-serving-our-community-through-civic-engagement/)
- [5th Annual Halal Guide Food Festival](https://emgageusa.org/event/5th-annual-halal-guide-food-festival/)
- [Emgage Pennsylvania Fundraiser](https://emgageusa.org/event/emgage-pennsylvania-fundraiser/)
- [Policymaking and the Muslim Community: Challenges and Opportunities](https://emgageusa.org/event/policymaking-and-the-muslim-community-challenges-and-opportunities-2/)
- [Pennsylvania Muslim Capitol Day](https://emgageusa.org/event/pennsylvania-muslim-capitol-day/)
- [Policymaking and the Muslim Community: Challenges and Opportunities](https://emgageusa.org/event/policymaking-and-the-muslim-community-challenges-and-opportunities/)
- [MPAC Annual Media Awards](https://emgageusa.org/event/mpac-annual-media-awards/)
- [Emgage Virginia Advocacy Day](https://emgageusa.org/event/emgage-virginia-advocacy-day/)

## Jobs

- [Emgage Digital Communications Associate](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-digital-communications-associate/) - JOB TITLE: Digital Communications Associate LOCATION: Washington D.C. | Hybrid SUMMARY OF POSITION Emgage Foundation, Inc. is a national civic education and engagement organization for Muslim Americans that is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with chapters in seven states. Emgage is looking for a Digital Communications Associate who is primarily responsible for creating digital
- [Emgage National Director of Development](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-national-director-of-development/) - JOB TITLE: Director of Development LOCATION: Washington D.C. | Hybrid SUMMARY OF POSITION Emgage Foundation is a national civic education and engagement organization for Muslim Americans that is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with chapters in six states. We are seeking an experienced, mission-driven professional to support the development operation. The development department supports
- [Emgage Michigan State Director](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-michigan-state-director/) - JOB TITLE: Emgage Michigan State Director LOCATION: MI | Hybrid OVERVIEW Emgage Foundation is a national civic education and engagement organization for Muslim Americans that is headquartered in Washington, D.C., with chapters in six states. The State Director (SD) serves as the primary leader, external champion, and internal manager of Emgage’s Michigan Chapter, including
- [Emgage New Jersey  Organizing Manager](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-new-jersey-organizing-manager/) - JOB TITLE: NJ Organizing Manager LOCATION: New Jersey | Hybrid TERM: One Year Contract, with the possibility of extension SUMMARY OF POSITION Emgage Foundation, Inc. is a national civic education and engagement organization for Muslim Americans, headquartered in Washington, D.C., with chapters in seven states. The NJ Organizing Manager will be at the forefront of
- [Emgage Michigan  Organizing Associate](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-michigan-organizing-associate/) - JOB TITLE: MI Organizing Associate LOCATION: Detroit, MI| Hybrid SUMMARY OF POSITION Emgage Foundation, Inc. is a national civic education and engagement organization for Muslim Americans headquartered in Washington, D.C., with chapters in seven states. The MI Organizing Associate will be at the forefront of our efforts to mobilize and engage diverse communities in MI.
- [Emgage Texas Organizing Associate](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-texas-organizing-associate/) - JOB TITLE: TX Organizing Associate LOCATION: Houston, TX | Hybrid TERM: Full-Time SUMMARY OF POSITION Emgage Foundation, Inc. is a national civic education and engagement organization for Muslim Americans headquartered in Washington, D.C., with chapters in seven states. The TX Organizing Associate will be at the forefront of our efforts to mobilize and engage diverse
- [Emgage Organizing Administrative Assistant](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-organizing-administrative-assistant/) - Full Time | National Organizing Department OVERVIEW Emgage, a leading Muslim-American voter mobilization and issue advocacy organization, is looking to fill a number of positions to meet its growing needs. Founded in 2006, Emgage achieved national prominence in 2020 by hosting candidate Joe Biden at its Emgage Action Summit and helping turn out over one
- [Emgage Michigan Field Managers](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-michigan-field-organizer/) - SUMMARY OF POSITION Emgage MI is looking to hire field managers for the 2024 general elections. The field managers will be responsible for overseeing the field team that will be canvassing/door-knocking every weekend leading up to the November election. Tasks include: conducting voter education, participating in door-to-door canvassing with the team, leading weekly in-person (virtual
- [Pennsylvania Interim Executive Director](https://emgageusa.org/job/pennsylvania-interim-executive-director/) - The Executive Director (ED) serves as the primary leader, external champion, and internal manager of Emgage’s PA’s Chapter, including its staff and volunteers. The ED is responsible for implementing Emgage’s national agenda and setting and implementing a state-wide agenda. The ED is the chief “manager” and “community organizer” for the Chapter, translating strategy into action
- [Michigan Field Canvasser](https://emgageusa.org/job/michigan-field-canvasser/) - Emgage MI is looking to hire field canvassers for the 2024 general elections. The field canvassers will be responsible for conducting voter education to the Muslim community through door-to-door canvassing with the team, attending weekly in person meetings, and driving to various locations in Wayne county. Ideal candidates are highly reliable, goal-oriented, outgoing, enjoy person-to-person
- [Board Members](https://emgageusa.org/job/board-members/) - Emgage is seeking qualified and inspiring individuals to serve on our National Boards of Directors for the term beginning in 2025. Emgage is a leading civic engagement, voter mobilization, and issue advocacy organization that empowers Muslim voters in pursuit of healthier communities and society. Emgage has been recognized as a leading data-driven Get Out The
- [Development Director](https://emgageusa.org/job/development-director/) - About Emgage: Emgage aims to educate, engage, and empower Muslim American communities through advocacy and civic engagement. We believe in promoting a more inclusive democracy that values the contributions of all Americans, including Muslim Americans. Our mission is to develop a community of engaged citizens who are knowledgeable about the political process and are actively
- [Emgage New York Metro Deputy Director](https://emgageusa.org/job/emgage-foundation-ny-metro-deputy-director/) - OVERVIEW Emgage, a leading Muslim American voter mobilization and issue advocacy organization is looking to fill a number of positions to meet its growing needs. Founded in 2006, Emgage achieved national prominence in 2020 by hosting candidate Joe Biden at its Emgage Action Summit and helping turn-out over one million Muslim voters during the 2020

## News Clips

- [Tim Walz to Muslim voters in push before election.](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/tim-walz-to-muslim-voters-in-push-before-election/)
- [Harris meets with Arab American and Muslim leaders in Michigan.](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/harris-meets-with-arab-american-and-muslim-leaders-in-michigan/)
- [Mohamed Gula, Discusses How He Built Relationship With Late Congressman Gerry Connolly](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/mohamed-gula-discusses-how-he-built-relationship-with-late-congressman-gerry-connolly/)
- [Who are HOU? Meet Amatullah Contractor](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/who-are-hou-meet-amatullah-contractor/)
- [The 2023 Impact 75](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/the-2023-impact-75/)
- [Michigan Dems acknowledge Muslim American frustration with Biden, but question Trump as alternative](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/michigan-dems-acknowledge-muslim-american-frustration-with-biden-but-question-trump-as-alternative/)
- [Wa'el Alzayat discusses need for an immediate ceasefire and recent developments in Gaza](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/wael-alzayat-discusses-need-for-an-immediate-ceasefire-and-recent-developments-in-gaza/)
- [Fear and Faith: Palestinians in America](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/fear-and-faith-palestinians-in-america/)
- [America's Most Diverse Community](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/americas-most-diverse-community/)
- [Muslim North Carolinians say they feel alienated by Democrats](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-north-carolinians-say-they-feel-alienated-by-democrats/)
- [Emgage Pennsylvania and REFORM Alliance Pennsylvania partner for an event on voting rights, criminal justice reform, and what’s at stake in the 2024 presidential election](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/emgage-pennsylvania-and-reform-alliance-pennsylvania-partner-for-an-event-on-voting-rights-criminal-justice-reform-and-whats-at-stake-in-the-2024-presidential-election/)
- [Republicans face risks in picking off voters disaffected with Biden over Israel](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/republicans-face-risks-in-picking-off-voters-disaffected-with-biden-over-israel/)
- [Arab and Muslim Americans on how U.S. support for Israel could affect their votes in 2024](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/arab-and-muslim-americans-on-how-u-s-support-for-israel-could-affect-their-votes-in-2024/)
- [“Betrayal”: Biden’s poll problems get much worse as progressive support plummets over Israel](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/betrayal-bidens-poll-problems-get-much-worse-as-progressive-support-plummets-over-israel/)
- [Biden losing Arab-American voters in swing state](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/biden-losing-arab-american-voters-in-swing-state/)
- [Joe Biden’s Israel-Gaza Policy Complicates His 2024 Chances](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/joe-bidens-israel-gaza-policy-complicates-his-2024-chances/)
- [Muslim Americans helped Biden win Michigan in 2020. Now, his Israel-Gaza response is throwing their support into question](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-americans-helped-biden-win-michigan-in-2020-now-his-israel-gaza-response-is-throwing-their-support-into-question/)
- [Dem fears mount amid Biden’s polling slump and Israel backlash](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/dem-fears-mount-amid-bidens-polling-slump-and-israel-backlash/)
- [Muslim and Arab Americans feel betrayed by Biden. Can he win back their votes?](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-and-arab-americans-feel-betrayed-by-biden-can-he-win-back-their-votes/)
- [Gaza war: Biden support plummets to 17 percent among Arab Americans](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/gaza-war-biden-support-plummets-to-17-percent-among-arab-americans/)
- [For Arab Americans around Detroit, a sense of betrayal after U.S. response to Israel-Hamas war](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/for-arab-americans-around-detroit-a-sense-of-betrayal-after-u-s-response-to-israel-hamas-war/)
- [Swing-state Muslim Americans threaten to vote against Biden](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/swing-state-muslim-americans-threaten-to-vote-against-biden/)
- [With no fanfare or acknowledgment, Biden hosts White House meeting with Muslim leaders](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/with-no-fanfare-or-acknowledgment-biden-hosts-white-house-meeting-with-muslim-leaders/)
- [White House scrambles to repair relations with Arab, Muslim Americans](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/white-house-scrambles-to-repair-relations-with-arab-muslim-americans/)
- [Muslim American leaders, in private meeting, tell Biden he needs to show more empathy toward Palestinians](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-american-leaders-in-private-meeting-tell-biden-he-needs-to-show-more-empathy-toward-palestinians/)
- [Muslim leaders criticize Biden over his Palestinian death toll remarks in private meeting](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-leaders-criticize-biden-over-his-palestinian-death-toll-remarks-in-private-meeting/)
- [South Florida Muslim community leaders call for ceasefire, peace in Israel and Gaza](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/south-florida-muslim-community-leaders-call-for-ceasefire-peace-in-israel-and-gaza/)
- [South Florida Islamic groups, other activists call for U.S. to urge Israel cease-fire](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/south-florida-islamic-groups-other-activists-call-for-u-s-to-urge-israel-cease-fire/)
- [Some Muslim and Arab American voters warn that President Biden could lose their support over his support for Israel.](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/some-muslim-and-arab-american-voters-warn-that-president-biden-could-lose-their-support-over-his-support-for-israel/)
- [Despite increased civic engagement, many local Muslims fear a "backlash"](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/despite-increased-civic-engagement-many-local-muslims-fear-a-backlash/)
- [BBC News Interview with Wa'el Alzayat](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/bbc-news-interview-with-wael-alzayat/)
- ['I will never vote Biden': Some Muslim Americans in a key swing state feel betrayed by the president](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/i-will-never-vote-biden-some-muslim-americans-in-a-key-swing-state-feel-betrayed-by-the-president/)
- [‘The man broke my heart’: Biden’s Arab-American boosters begin to leave his side](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/the-man-broke-my-heart-bidens-arab-american-boosters-begin-to-leave-his-side/)
- [Wa'el Alzayat on the Dean Obeidallah Show](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/wael-alzayat-on-the-dean-obeidallah-show/)
- [It is our civic duty, our humanistic duty, our Muslim duty to vote](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/it-is-our-civic-duty-our-humanistic-duty-our-muslim-duty-to-vote/)
- [Bills moving to expand definition of hate crimes](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/bills-moving-to-expand-definition-of-hate-crimes/)
- [Emgage’s Michigan Civic Table: Shaping Our Future Together](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/emgages-michigan-civic-table-shaping-our-future-together/)
- [Houston cultural arts festival hosted by 19 AAPI organizations provides resources for new Americans](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/houston-cultural-arts-festival-hosted-by-19-aapi-organizations-provides-resources-for-new-americans/)
- [Black Muslims will play a big role in the next election. Join us.](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/black-muslims-will-play-a-big-role-in-the-next-election-join-us/)
- [Houstonians worry new laws will deter voters who don’t recall the hard-won fight for voting rights](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/houstonians-worry-new-laws-will-deter-voters-who-dont-recall-the-hard-won-fight-for-voting-rights/)
- [The GOP’s new Muslim outreach](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/the-gops-new-muslim-outreach/)
- [Muslim Civic Engagement Groups Collaborate to Promote Female Political Leaders](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-civic-engagement-groups-collaborate-to-promote-female-political-leaders/)
- [Kamala Harris opens her home to Muslims — including me — as Trump promises a "bigger" ban](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/kamala-harris-opens-her-home-to-muslims-including-me-as-trump-promises-a-bigger-ban/)
- [Muslim youth, community members call on Philadelphia city leaders to address gun violence](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-youth-community-members-call-on-philadelphia-city-leaders-to-address-gun-violence/)
- [Muslim Leaders of Tomorrow Kick Off Civic Program with Trip to Texas Capital](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-leaders-of-tomorrow-kick-off-civic-program-with-trip-to-texas-capital/)
- [White House Listens to Concerns on Islamophobia](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/white-house-listens-to-concerns-on-islamophobia/)
- [New York Mayor Stands with Muslim Women](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/new-york-mayor-stands-with-muslim-women/)
- [Philadelphia’s mayoral candidates listened to the city’s Muslims. Will they follow through?](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/philadelphias-mayoral-candidates-listened-to-the-citys-muslims-will-they-follow-through/)
- [Emgage marked Black History Month with Celebration of Black Muslim Excellence](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/emgage-marked-black-history-month-with-celebration-of-black-muslim-excellence/)
- [Faith Over Fear](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/faith-over-fear/)
- [Wrestler condemned for ‘unacceptable’ on-air comments about Islam](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/wrestler-condemned-for-unacceptable-on-air-comments-about-islam/)
- [Across the country, a push to observe Muslim holidays in school calendars](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/across-the-country-a-push-to-observe-muslim-holidays-in-school-calendars-2/)
- [Mayoral candidates meet Muslim voters in West Oak Lane](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/mayoral-candidates-meet-muslim-voters-in-west-oak-lane/)
- [Across the country, a push to observe Muslim holidays in school calendars](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/across-the-country-a-push-to-observe-muslim-holidays-in-school-calendars/)
- [د اشنا د سه شنبې خبري خپرونه](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/د-اشنا-د-سه-شنبې-خبري-خپرونه/)
- [It’s time to stop erasing Black Muslim Americans from the story of Islam in the US](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/its-time-to-stop-erasing-black-muslim-americans-from-the-story-of-islam-in-the-us/)
- [This time, Muslim Day is observed at Texas Capitol 'without incident or counterprotest'](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/this-time-muslim-day-is-observed-at-texas-capitol-without-incident-or-counterprotest/)
- [Are U.S. Sanctions Against Syria Stalling Humanitarian Aid After the Earthquake?](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/are-u-s-sanctions-against-syria-stalling-humanitarian-aid-after-the-earthquake/)
- [DEADLIEST IN A DECADE: UNTOLD NUMBERS REMAIN BURIED UNDER RUBBLE IN SYRIA AFTER DEVASTATING EARTHQUAKE](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/deadliest-in-a-decade-untold-numbers-remain-buried-under-rubble-in-syria-after-devastating-earthquake/)
- [Texas taxpayers shell out millions to defend redistricting maps](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/texas-taxpayers-shell-out-millions-to-defend-redistricting-maps/)
- [Minority Grassroots Groups Attempt to Reach Asian Voters](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/minority-grassroots-groups-attempt-to-reach-asian-voters/)
- [2022 midterms: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wins third term, including landslide victory in Uvalde County](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/2022-midterms-texas-gov-greg-abbott-wins-third-term-including-landslide-victory-in-uvalde-county/)
- [Muslims Making Electoral History at the Texas Capitol](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslims-making-electoral-history-at-the-texas-capitol-2/)
- ['This is just a bad bill' | Houston city leaders join in protest against SB 147](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/this-is-just-a-bad-bill-houston-city-leaders-join-in-protest-against-sb-147/)
- [Wide Range of Constituencies Union Leaders, Business Leaders, and Advocates Applaud President Biden’s State of the Union Address](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/wide-range-of-constituencies-union-leaders-business-leaders-and-advocates-applaud-president-bidens-state-of-the-union-address/)
- [Earthquake aid exemption gets mixed reactions from Syria.](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/earthquake-aid-exemption-gets-mixed-reactions-from-syria/)
- [Earthquake aid crisis in Syria a “perfect storm”](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/earthquake-aid-crisis-in-syria-a-perfect-storm/)
- [Making sure Muslim voices are heard in Philly mayor’s race](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/making-sure-muslim-voices-are-heard-in-philly-mayors-race/)
- [Michiganders with ties to Syria and Turkey mobilize to help earthquake victims](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/michiganders-with-ties-to-syria-and-turkey-mobilize-to-help-earthquake-victims/)
- [No, lifting sanctions on Assad will not help Syria.](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/no-lifting-sanctions-on-assad-will-not-help-syria/)
- [Opinion: Property ownership bill threatens immigrant groups](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/opinion-property-ownership-bill-threatens-immigrant-groups/)
- [Muslims Making Electoral History at the Texas Capitol](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslims-making-electoral-history-at-the-texas-capitol/)
- ["Pay attention to Muslim voters"](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/pay-attention-to-muslim-voters/)
- [The Philadelphia Muslim vote matters](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/the-philadelphia-muslim-vote-matters/)
- [With centuries-old Qurans, first Muslim Texas lawmakers are sworn in](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/with-centuries-old-qurans-first-muslim-texas-lawmakers-are-sworn-in/)
- [Advocacy groups call on HISD to better publicize redistricting plans](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/advocacy-groups-call-on-hisd-to-better-publicize-redistricting-plans/)
- [I Made My Farewell Remarks as Michigan State Legislator Wearing a Handloom Sari With Purple Border](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/i-made-my-farewell-remarks-as-michigan-state-legislator-wearing-a-handloom-sari-with-purple-border/)
- [Philadelphia mayoral candidates: Listen to the city’s Muslim community](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/philadelphia-mayoral-candidates-listen-to-the-citys-muslim-community/)
- [First-ever Muslims elected to Texas House reflect on their wins: 'A very proud moment.'](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/first-ever-muslims-elected-to-texas-house-reflect-on-their-wins-a-very-proud-moment/)
- [Texas Muslims make history, sworn into office as State Representatives](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/texas-muslims-make-history-sworn-into-office-as-state-representatives/)
- [Emgage Michigan's Executive Director, Nada Al Hanooti, on TBS' "Full Frontal With Samantha Bee"](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/emgage-michigans-executive-director-nada-al-hanooti-on-tbs-full-frontal-with-samantha-bee/)
- [Coalition of Muslim Political Groups Launches $1 Million Campaign to Get More Muslims to Vote In 2020](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/coronavirus-hot-spots-should-pause-reopening-not-shut-down-again-fauci-now-says/)
- [Muslims join to demand police reforms, back black-led groups](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslims-join-to-demand-police-reforms-back-black-led-groups/)
- [Muslim Voter Turnout Is Way Up, New Report Finds](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/muslim-voter-turnout-is-way-up-new-report-finds/)
- [New USAID adviser sparks furor over past anti-Islam comments](https://emgageusa.org/press-clip/supreme-court-rules-trump-cannot-block-release-of-financial-records/)

## Press Releases

- [Entering a new chapter for Emgage: Statement from the Interim CEO](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/entering-a-new-chapter-for-emgage-statement-from-the-interim-ceo/) - Entering a new chapter for Emgage: Statement from the Interim CEO To the Emgage community, It is with humility and a deep sense of amana that I accept the role of Interim CEO for Emgage. I am grateful to the Board of Directors for their trust, and I am deeply honored to follow in the footsteps of leaders like Wa’el Alzayat, whose dedicated service over the
- [Entering a new chapter for Emgage: Statement from the Emgage Board of Directors announcing the Interim CEO](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/1-9-2026/) - As Emgage embarks on its 20th anniversary year dedicated to building the political power of Muslim Americans, we stand at a pivotal moment of growth and reflection. The foundation laid by our founders, strengthened by our community, and built upon by dedicated leaders like Wa’el Alzayat, has positioned us well for this next chapter. The
- [Entering a new chapter for Emgage: A statement from our CEO](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/statement-from-our-ceo/) - Dear Emgage Community, As I begin my tenth year with Emgage, I am writing to share an important update. After deep personal reflection, I have decided to step down as CEO and transition into an advisory role, where I can focus on strategic priorities to support Emgage’s continued growth. This decision comes from a long-held
- [Entering a new chapter for Emgage: A statement from our Board](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/statement-from-our-board/) - In January 2017, Emgage made one of its most consequential decisions in hiring Wa’el Alzayat as its first Chief Executive Officer. Today, with deep gratitude, we acknowledge Wa’el’s transition from the CEO role after a decade of dedicated and impactful service to Emgage and Muslim American communities. Under Wa’el’s leadership, Emgage flourished from five independent
- [North Star Policy Initiative Holds First National Civic Forum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/north-star-policy-initiative-holds-first-national-civic-forum-in-philadelphia-pennsylvania/) - On Friday, November 14, 2025, the North Star Policy Initiative (NSPI) and Emgage Pennsylvania hosted a civic forum at Philadelphia City Hall with leading policymakers in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Speakers included Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's Secretary of Policy & Planning, Akbar Hossain, State Senator Sharif Street, State Representative Tarik Khan, and Philadelphia City Councilmember
- [North Star Policy Initiative Holds DC Launch Event With Leading U.S. Policy Experts](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/north-star-policy-initiative-holds-dc-launch-event-with-leading-u-s-policy-experts/) - NSPI Reception at Emgage’s DC HQ Signifies Strategic Growth for Leading Muslim American Civic Organization and Is a Clarion Call for Thoughtful and Principled Policymaking. Washington, D.C. – July 25, 2025 – The North Star Policy Initiative (NSPI), a non-profit, non-partisan policy initiative, part of Emgage Foundation, held a launch event on July 24, 2025,
- [Emgage Foundation Announces Launch of the North Star Policy Initiative](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-foundation-announces-launch-of-the-north-star-policy-initiative/) - Leading National Muslim American Civic Engagement Organization to Spearhead Policy Thought Leadership and Engagement Washington, D.C. – July 22, 2025 – Emgage Foundation, a leading Muslim American civic education and engagement organization, today announced the launch of the North Star Policy Initiative. This strategic expansion reflects Emgage’s commitment to advancing policy thought leadership and engagement
- [Emgage Condemns Recent Acts of Islamophobia During Eid Celebrations](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-recent-acts-of-islamophobia-during-eid-celebrations/) - New Brunswick, NJ / Philadelphia, PA- Emgage, a leading organization advocating for Muslim American civic engagement, strongly condemns the recent incidents of Islamophobia experienced by Muslim communities in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The events occurred during the celebration of Eid al-Fitr and the end of Ramadan, a sacred time for Muslims. In
- [Launch of the Million Muslim Votes campaign for the 2024 elections](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/launch-of-the-million-muslim-votes-campaign-for-the-2024-elections/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Emgage and over 70 partners are pleased to announce the launch of Million Muslim Votes for the 2024 elections. Emgage states that this effort is especially important given elected officials' refusal to call for a ceasefire in Gaza. "As we launch Million Muslim Votes, our vision extends beyond the remarkable achievement
- [First International Conference to Rebuild Health System of Gaza Sets Out Course For the Future Reconstruction Roadmap](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/first-international-conference-to-rebuild-health-system-of-gaza-sets-out-course-for-the-future-reconstruction-roadmap/) - New Amman Declaration Affirms the Moral Imperative to Take Action and Outlines Priorities for Alleviating Escalating Health Crisis [Amman, Jordan & Washington DC] – The First International Conference to Rebuild Health Sector in Gaza, held in Amman on February 7 and 8, under the patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of Jordan,
- [Statement on Murder of Imam Hassan Sharif](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/statement-on-murder-of-imam-hassan-sharif/) - NEWARK- It is with deep sorrow and shock that our organization acknowledges the tragic incident that occurred yesterday outside a mosque in Newark, New Jersey, resulting in the untimely death of Imam Hassan Sharif. Our thoughts are with the community affected by this heartbreaking event, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends,
- [Emgage releases survey findings about Muslim Americans’ current 2024 election predictions](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-releases-survey-findings-about-muslim-americans-current-2024-election-predictions/) - WASHINGTON, DC - Emgage, the nation’s preeminent Muslim American civic engagement organization, released findings from a survey asking Muslim Americans about their 2020 voting decisions as compared to their current 2024 voting predictions. Emgage conducted a survey of the Muslim American community as the crisis in Gaza continues. With over 2,200 responses, the survey found that
- [Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO, to speak at 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/wael-alzayat-emgage-ceo-to-speak-at-2023-parliament-of-the-worlds-religions/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Emgage CEO Wa’el Alzayat will speak at the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions, to be held August 14-18, 2023, at McCormick Place Lakeside Center in Chicago. The Parliament of the World’s Religions features impact makers in faith-based activism, scholarship, and community – worldwide. This year’s Parliament theme is “A Call to Conscience:
- [Emgage Florida announces launch of Muslim Civic Table chapter](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-florida-announces-launch-of-muslim-civic-table-chapter/) - ORLANDO - Emgage Florida is pleased to announce the launch of a Muslim Civic Table state chapter. The Muslim Civic Table is a convening program that will strengthen and connect leading Muslim nonprofit organizations, advocates, and leaders, and will serve as a hub that brings together the larger Muslim community and its allies. “Launching the Muslim Civic
- [Emgage responds to mass shooting in Alabama that left four dead, 28 injured](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-responds-to-mass-shooting-in-alabama-that-left-four-dead-28-injured/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Emgage joins the rest of the country in mourning the victims of the mass shooting in Alabama this past Saturday, April 15, 2023. The shooting left four people dead and at least 28 people injured. “The scale and sheer devastation seen here are horrifying,” said Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “The fact that these mass shootings have
- [Emgage’s statement on Louisville shooting, which left four dead](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgages-statement-on-louisville-shooting-which-left-four-dead/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Emgage was dismayed to learn about the mass shooting in Louisville, Kentucky that left four people dead and nine injured today, April 10, 2023. This heinous act marks the 146th mass shooting in the United States in 2023, according to the Gun Violence Archive. “How much longer must we live with this level of
- [Emgage responds to attack on New Jersey imam](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-responds-to-attack-on-new-jersey-imam/) - NEW YORK: Emgage condemns the attack on Sayed Elnakib, imam of Omar Mosque in Paterson, New Jersey yesterday, Sunday, April 9. Elnakib suffered nonfatal stab wounds following morning prayers. “That such an attack happened in a mosque and during the holy month of Ramadan makes the pain all the stronger,” said Heba Khalil, Emgage New
- [Emgage condemns harmful comments about Islam by Penn State wrestler](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-harmful-comments-about-islam-by-penn-state-wrestler/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage strongly condemns disparaging comments made about Islam and the Prophet Muhammad by Penn State wrestler Aaron Brooks after a recent competition. “These comments were, in short, unacceptable,” said Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “Such language not only denigrates the worldwide Muslim population, but also is harmful to the many Muslim students, faculty, and
- [Emgage Pennsylvania celebrates approval of Eid al Adha as public school holiday in Philadelphia, and Eid al Fitr as public school holiday in 16 school districts in PA](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-pennsylvania-celebrates-approval-of-eid-al-adha-as-public-school-holiday-in-philadelphia-and-eid-al-fitr-as-public-school-holiday-in-16-school-districts-in-pa/) - PHILADELPHIA– Emgage Pennsylvania celebrates the Philadelphia school district's recognition of Eid al Adha as a public school holiday. This will take effect once the holiday falls within the 2024/2025 school year. Further, Emgage Pennsylvania celebrates that 15 other state school districts have joined Philadelphia in recognizing Eid al Fitr as a holiday on the school
- [Palwasha Akhtar Sharwani named Emgage Texas Executive Director](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/palwasha-akhtar-sharwani-named-emgage-texas-executive-director/) - HOUSTON: Emgage is pleased to announce that Palwasha Akhtar Sharwani has been named Emgage Texas’s new Executive Director. “Palwasha is an invaluable member of the Emgage family, and we are thrilled that she is moving into this new role,” said Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “She is dedicated to the Emgage mission and will be a great
- [Emgage condemns vandalism of Philadelphia masjid](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-vandalism-of-philadelphia-masjid/) - PHILADELPHIA: Emgage was dismayed to hear about the vandalism of Masjidullah in Philadelphia, PA, that occurred on Feb. 24. “I am shaken by this attempt at intimidating our community,” said Salima Suswell, Emgage National Senior Advisor and Emgage Pennsylvania Executive Director. “Masjidullah is very near to my heart; it is considered a safe haven for
- [Emgage CEO Wa’el Alzayat to appear on CNN’s GPS with Fareed Zakaria on Sunday, Feb. 19](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-ceo-wael-alzayat-to-appear-on-cnns-gps-with-fareed-zakaria-on-sunday-feb-19/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage CEO Wa’el Alzayat will appear on CNN’s GPS with Fareed Zakaria tomorrow, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023 at 10amEST and 1pmEST. Alzayat will be discussing the difficulty of delivering aid to northwest Syria following the devastating Feb. 6 earthquake. Alzayat will be especially highlighting the U.N.’s slow response that was largely created by
- [Emgage responds to mass shooting at Michigan State University](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-responds-to-mass-shooting-at-michigan-state-university/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage was horrified to learn of the mass shooting at Michigan State University on Monday night. This shooting, in which three were killed and five severely injured, is the latest in a year marked by mass shootings. The Gun Violence Archive stated that there were 67 mass shootings in the U.S. in 2023
- [Tark Aouadi named Emgage Florida interim Executive Director](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/tark-aouadi-named-emgage-florida-interim-executive-director/) - MIAMI: Emgage is pleased to announce that Tark Aouadi is Emgage Florida’s new interim Executive Director. “We are extremely lucky to have Tark join the Emgage team,” said Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “He brings extensive experience into the role and we know he will have a great impact on our Florida operations.” Aouadi is a Florida
- [Emgage and Emgage Action welcome new Board members](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-and-emgage-action-welcome-new-board-members/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage and Emgage Action are pleased to announce that seven new members will be joining the organization’s Boards. New Emgage Board members include: Dr. Sultan Chaudhry Faheemah Al-Amin Natasha El-Haj Hedinger New Emgage Action Board members include: Sameer Ladha Farah Ahmed Sean Stinnett Lema Barazi “We are so thrilled to welcome this impressive
- [Emgage Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-action-statement-on-president-bidens-state-of-the-union-address/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage congratulates President Biden on his State of the Union Address and performance over the past year. Since taking office, his Administration has worked hard to lower unemployment, which is at a 50-year low. It invested in clean energy to address climate change, supported American manufacturing to protect American jobs, fought for student
- [Emgage shares resources following earthquake in Turkey and Syria](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-shares-resources-following-earthquake-in-turkey-and-syria/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage joins the rest of the world in mourning the victims of the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on Monday morning. The areas most severely affected are in southern Turkey and northwestern Syria, home to millions of displaced Syrians who have sought safety from the violence inflicted upon them by
- [Emgage New York Metro announces new date for Million Muslim Votes 2.0 reception](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-new-york-metro-announces-new-date-for-million-muslim-votes-2-0-reception/) - NEW YORK: Emgage New York Metro will be holding its Million Muslim Votes 2.0: Celebrating Our Wins reception on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 5pmEST. The reception will be held at global technology consultancy Thoughtworks at 99 Madison Ave on the 15th Floor, New York, NY 10016. Current honored guests include Rep. Jamaal Bowman, New
- [Emgage Pennsylvania announces Philadelphia Muslim community mayoral candidate forum](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-pennsylvania-announces-philadelphia-muslim-community-mayoral-candidate-forum/) - PHILADELPHIA: In partnership with the Muslim League of Voters of Delaware Valley and the Pennsylvania Muslim Civic Table, Emgage will host a mayoral candidate forum in March 2023. The event will take place on March 18, 2023, from 5-7pmEST, at Masjidullah Center for Human Excellence, located at 7401 Limekiln Pike, Philadelphia 19138. “We are incredibly
- [Emgage responds to second California mass shooting in two days](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-responds-to-second-california-mass-shooting-in-two-days/) - WASHINGTON, DC: Emgage is horrified at the mass shooting yesterday night in Half Moon Bay, California. The shooting killed seven individuals and left one badly wounded. This atrocity came less than two days after the mass shooting in Monterey Park, California. The death toll for this has grown to 11 individuals, with nine others injured.
- [Emgage Florida celebrates Eid off for students](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-florida-celebrates-eid-off-for-students/) - MIAMI: Following extensive efforts on behalf of the thousands of affected school children and a proposal from Emgage, COSMOS, the local Muslim Students Association, and the South Florida Muslim Federation, Miami Dade County public schools have approved a teacher planning day on Eid ul-Fitr, effectively giving students that day off for its 2023-2024 school year.
- [Emgage condemns Monterey Park shooting](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-monterey-park-shooting-2/) - WASHINGTON, DC: Emgage strongly condemns the mass shooting in Monterey Park, California, yesterday night. The shooting, during which 10 people were killed and 10 wounded, took place following a Lunar New Year celebration. “This is a tragic situation that has shaken communities throughout the country,” said Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “The fact that this is the
- [Emgage condemns Monterey Park shooting](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-monterey-park-shooting/) - WASHINGTON, DC: Emgage strongly condemns the mass shooting in Monterey Park, California, yesterday night. The shooting, during which 10 people were killed and 10 wounded, took place following a Lunar New Year celebration. “This is a tragic situation that has shaken communities throughout the country,” said Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “The fact that this is the
- [Texas Muslims gather to celebrate historic legislature wins](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/texas-muslims-gather-to-celebrate-historic-legislature-wins/) - AUSTIN: On Tuesday, January 10, an anticipated 500 Muslims from around Texas will gather at the Texas Capitol in Austin to view the swearing-in ceremony and celebrate the historic wins of Suleman Lalani and Salman Bhojani. Lalani and Bhojani will be the first Muslim representatives in the Texas Legislature. “Tuesday will be a proud
- [Aysha Ahmed named Emgage Development Manager](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/aysha-ahmed-named-emgage-development-manager/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage is pleased to announce that Aysha Ahmed has been named Emgage Development Manager. “Aysha has filled a variety of roles within Emgage and has contributed enormously to the organization, said Wae’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “We are grateful to have her in the new role and know she will excel.” Ahmed has worked
- [Salima Suswell named Emgage Pennsylvania’s Executive Director](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/salima-suswell-named-emgage-pennsylvanias-executive-director/) - PHILADELPHIA: Emgage is pleased to announce that Salima Suswell has been named Executive Director of Emgage Pennsylvania. “Salima has been an invaluable resource and team member at Emgage, and we are so thrilled to officially welcome her into this role,” said Wa’el Alzayat, Emgage CEO. “She has done excellent work in Pennsylvania and nationally, and
- [Emgage condemns New Year’s Eve attack in New York City](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-new-years-eve-attack-in-new-york-city/) - WASHINGTON, D.C.: Emgage strongly condemns the attack on three police officers in New York City on December 31, 2022. According to the New York Times, a senior law enforcement official has stated that the alleged attacker, Trevor Bickford, was driven by Islamic extremism. Bickford has been charged with two counts of attempted murder and two
- [Emgage Action Celebrates Muslim American Turnout in Georgia Elections](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-action-celebrates-muslim-american-turnout-in-georgia-elections/) - WASHINGTON, DC - Emgage Action celebrates Muslim American voter turnout in the Georgia runoff elections, and the victory of Sen. Raphael Warnock. "We are thrilled to see Sen. Raphael Warnock's victory in Georgia, securing a Democratic majority in the Senate. The Muslim American community came together to help cement this win. Senator Warnock's stances on health
- [Emgage Condemns Truck with Anti-Muslim Messaging ](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-truck-with-anti-muslim-messaging/) - On Saturday, November 26, 2022, a truck with anti-Muslim messaging circled around the parking lots of several Islamic centers in New Jersey. Around 200 congregants were attending an event at one of the targeted mosques, the Muslim Center of Middlesex County in Piscataway, when the truck circled the parking lot. Some attendees and members of
- [Heba Khalil named Emgage New York Executive Director](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/heba-khalil-named-emgage-new-york-executive-director/) - NEW YORK: Emgage is pleased to announce that Heba Khalil has been named Emgage New York’s new Executive Director. Khalil has served as New York Legislative Associate for one year. "In her previous role as Emgage New York Metro's Legislative Associate, Heba went above and beyond in advocating for and nourishing the Muslim American community
- [Emgage responds to newly-elected Democratic leadership, upcoming majority leadership vote](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-responds-to-newly-elected-democratic-leadership-upcoming-majority-leadership-vote/) - Emgage responds to newly-elected Democratic leadership, upcoming majority leadership vote WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives Democrats have elected three new leaders to serve at the top of the party: Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (NY-8) as minority leader, Rep. Katherine Clark (MA-5) as whip, and Rep. Pete Aguilar (CA-31) as chairman of the party
- [Emgage announces launch of the Muslim Civic Table, convening program for Muslim communities](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-announces-launch-of-the-muslim-civic-table-convening-program-for-muslim-communities/) - Emgage announces launch of the Muslim Civic Table, convening program for Muslim communities WASHINGTON, DC: Emgage is pleased to announce the launch of the Muslim Civic Table, a new program dedicated to strengthening and connecting Muslim communities, nonprofit organizations, community advocates, and political leaders. To be run at a state level, the Muslim Civic Tables
- [Emgage reacts to death of Rep. Donald McEachin](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-reacts-to-death-of-rep-donald-mceachin-2/) - Emgage is saddened to hear about the passing of Virginia Representative Donald McEachin, who died yesterday at 61. Rep. McEachin was first elected to Congress in 2016 after working in Virginia’s General Assembly. Through his career, he worked on a wide variety of critically important issues, including equitable education, gun reform efforts, environmental protections, and
- [Emgage reacts to death of Rep. Donald McEachin](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-reacts-to-death-of-rep-donald-mceachin/) - Emgage is saddened to hear about the passing of Virginia Representative Donald McEachin, who died yesterday at 61. Rep. McEachin was first elected to Congress in 2016 after working in Virginia’s General Assembly. Through his career, he worked on a wide variety of critically important issues, including equitable education, gun reform efforts, environmental protections, and
- [Emgage Statement on 18th Annual India Independence Day Parade](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/statement-on-18th-annual-india-independence-day-parade/) - The 18th Annual India Independence Day Parade that took place Sunday, August 14, 2022 from Edison to Woodbridge, New Jersey featured a bulldozer with the faces of anti-Muslim, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India’s ruling BJP Hindu-nationalist policies are giving rise to extremism and violence against religious and ethnic minorities,
- [Statement on the 18th Annual India Independence Day Parade](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/statement-on-the-18th-annual-india-independence-day-parade/) - The 18th Annual India Independence Day Parade that took place Sunday, August 14, 2022 from Edison to Woodbridge, New Jersey featured a bulldozer with the faces of anti-Muslim, Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India’s ruling BJP Hindu-nationalist policies are giving rise to extremism and violence against religious and ethnic minorities,
- [Emgage Statement on Albuquerque Killings Update](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-statement-on-albuquerque-killings-update/) - BREAKING: A suspect has been identified and arrested for the murders of 4 Muslim men in Albuquerque, New Mexico. While more information is gathered, Emgage is saddened to hear news of anti-Shi'i hate as a potential motive for these killings. This is especially heartbreaking considering that this is the Islamic month known as Muharram, which is of
- [BREAKING: Emgage Announces Historic Muslim Voter Turnout in 2018 Midterm Elections](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/breaking-emgage-announces-historic-muslim-voter-turnout-in-2018-midterm-elections/) - IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2019 Wa’el Alzayat, CEO 408.835.6461 info@emgageusa.org BREAKING: Emgage Announces Historic Muslim Voter Turnout in 2018 Midterm Elections (Washington D.C., 5/20/19) – Emgage Foundation – a national nonprofit dedicated to increasing the civic participation of Muslim Americans and minority communities – announced historic results for the Muslim American voter turnout during the 2018 midterm
- [Emgage Statement on Mass Shooting in Buffalo, New York](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-statement-on-mass-shooting-in-buffalo-new-york-2/) - Emgage is heartbroken by the recent mass shooting targeting Black shoppers at Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, New York. Among the 10 victims killed in cold blood included a retired cop who worked as a security guard at the supermarket, a church deacon, and a beloved grandmother. Another three were injured. The killer, a white person
- [Emgage Statement on Mass Shooting in Buffalo, New York](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-statement-on-mass-shooting-in-buffalo-new-york/) - Emgage is heartbroken by the recent mass shooting targeting Black shoppers at Tops Supermarket in Buffalo, New York. Among the 10 victims killed in cold blood included a retired cop who worked as a security guard at the supermarket, a church deacon, and a beloved grandmother. Another three were injured. The killer, a white person
- [Emgage Celebrates Historic Confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-celebrates-historic-confirmation-of-ketanji-brown-jackson-2/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Emgage released the following statement marking the historic confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson as the next associate justice of the US Supreme Court: "Emgage congratulates Ketanji Brown Jackson following her confirmation as the next associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. This historic day is a reason for celebration and gratitude to
- [Emgage Celebrates Historic Confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-celebrates-historic-confirmation-of-ketanji-brown-jackson/) - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Emgage released the following statement marking the historic confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson as the next associate justice of the US Supreme Court. "Emgage congratulates Ketanji Brown Jackson following her confirmation as the next associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. This historic day is a reason for celebration and gratitude to
- [Muslim Groups Host Food Packing Event for Needy](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/muslim-groups-host-food-packing-event-for-needy/) - For over a decade, the Islamic Foundation of South Florida (IFSF) food pantry has assisted families in and around the City of Sunrise, regardless of their religious beliefs. Each month, volunteers from IFSF volunteer to pack food boxes that are distributed weekly on Mondays between 9am -1pm. This month, the IFSF event will be co-sponsored
- [ADVISORY: National Muslim Organization Hosts High-Profile Town Hall Discussion in Honor of Black Muslims in America](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/advisory-national-muslim-organization-hosts-high-profile-town-hall-discussion-in-honor-of-black-muslims-in-america/) - Washington, D.C.- In honor of Black History Month, on February 27th, Emgage is hosting a Town Hall discussion about the history, legacy, and contributions of Black Muslims to America, anti-Black racism in Muslim American communities, and the importance of building bridges to establish stronger alliances. This event will feature a number of high-profile speakers, including
- [BREAKING: Emgage's Debbie Almontaser is First Muslim Woman in History to Offer Prayer at Presidential Inaugural Prayer Service](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/breaking-emgages-debbie-almontaser-is-first-muslim-woman-in-history-to-offer-prayer-at-presidential-inaugural-prayer-service/) - January 19, 2020 BREAKING: Emgage's Debbie Almontaser is First Muslim Woman in History to Offer Prayer at Presidential Inaugural Prayer Service Washington, D.C.- Emgage's Senior Advisor, Debbie Almontaser, is the first Muslim woman in history to offer a prayer at the presidential inaugural service. This will be broadcast at 10:00 AM EST on Thursday, January
- [ADVISORY: "Muslim Americans' Inauguration Celebration: Engagement Priorities for the New Administration"](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/advisory-muslim-americans-inauguration-celebration-engagement-priorities-for-the-new-administration/) - January 15, 2020 ADVISORY: "Muslim Americans' Inauguration Celebration: Engagement Priorities for the New Administration" Washington, D.C.- Emgage, alongside other Muslim organizations including the Muslim Public Affairs Council, Islamic Society of North America, and the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition, will be hosting a pre-inauguration event entitled "Muslim Americans' Inauguration Celebration: Looking Ahead to Engagement Priorities With
- [Emgage Applauds Creation of Civil Rights Division Within Virginia Attorney General Office](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-applauds-creation-of-civil-rights-division-within-virginia-attorney-general-office/) - January 7, 2020 After years of dedication from Emgage and other advocacy organizations, yesterday Attorney General Mark Herring announced the creation of the Office of Civil Rights within the Office of the Attorney General. This is a first step in a long-term plan to protect the civil rights of Virginians. The office will focus on
- [Muslim Organizations Meet With Biden Transition Team To Discuss Key Priorities ](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/muslim-organizations-meet-with-biden-transition-team-to-discuss-key-priorities/) - Muslim Organizations Meet With Biden Transition Team To Discuss Key Priorities Washington, D.C.- Emgage Action and representatives of key Muslim organizations met with members of the Biden-Harris transition team to discuss key domestic and foreign policy issues, including combating Islamophobia, ending the Muslim Ban, criminal justice reforms, pursuing a values-driven foreign policy, and inclusion of
- [U.S. Census Bureau Celebrates Emgage's Census Efforts](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/u-s-census-bureau-celebrates-emgages-census-efforts/) - U.S. Census Bureau Celebrates Emgage's Census Efforts Washington, D.C.- The U.S. Census Bureau celebrates Emgage's work in ensuring that Muslims and other minority communities were counted in the 2020 Census. Despite the challenges presented by COVID-19 and the Trump administration, Emgage Texas held 98 events with trainings, made 3,000 calls, and sent over 5,000 text
- [BREAKING: Emgage Applauds Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Muslims Placed on No-Fly List After Refusing to Become FBI Agents](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/breaking-emgage-applauds-supreme-court-ruling-in-favor-of-muslims-placed-on-no-fly-list-after-refusing-to-become-fbi-agents/) - December 10, 2020 BREAKING: Emgage Applauds Supreme Court Ruling in Favor of Muslims Placed on No-Fly List After Refusing to Become FBI Agents Washington, D.C.- The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that three Muslim Americans may seek financial damages from government agents that put them on a no-fly list because they refused to become FBI agents.
- [MUSLIM BAN ONE YEAR LATER](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/muslim-ban-one-year-later/) - PRESS RELEASE January 26, 2018 Muslim Ban One Year Later This Saturday marks the one year anniversary of the Trump Administration’s Travel Ban (Muslim Ban 1.0) prohibiting immigrants, refugees, and visitors from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the United States. Emgage Foundation remains as firmly opposed to this Islamophobic measure and all of its subsequent
- [EMGAGE CONDEMNS VIOLENCE IN PARKLAND](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-violence-in-parkland/) - Press Release February 14, 2018 Parkland, Florida Emgage joins fellow Americans in condemning the shooting yesterday afternoon at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. We share in the grief and sorrow of the students and families affected, and our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the victims and their families. The school shooting at Douglas
- [Emgage partners with the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-partners-with-the-illinois-muslim-civic-coalition/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2018 Emgage partners with the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition to Get Out the Vote Washington, D.C. – Emgage is proud to announce that we have formed a partnership with the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition, a partnership of over 200 activists, influencers, and organizations across the nation, to help them Get
- [Emgage welcomes ruling against the decision to add a citizenship question to the 2020 Census](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-welcomes-ruling-against-the-decision-to-add-a-citizenship-question-to-the-2020-census/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2018 Washington, DC – Emgage applauds U.S. District Judge Jesse Furman’s ruling against the Trump Administration’s decision to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census. According to the ruling, the administration must halt plans to include a question asking participants to divulge their citizenship status. By including a question
- [Emgage and the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition Condemn Islamophobic Emails by Ricketts Family](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-and-the-illinois-muslim-civic-coalition-condemn-islamophobic-emails-by-ricketts-family/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2019 Chicago, Illinois – Emgage and the Illinois Muslim Civic Coalition, partners in civic engagement, strongly denounce the series of leaked emails by the Ricketts family, revealing years of racially charged jokes, outlandish conspiracy theories, and anti-Muslim rhetoric being shared between members of the family. While TD Ameritrade founder, Joe
- [Emgage Statement on the Mosque Shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-statement-on-the-mosque-shootings-in-christchurch-new-zealand/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 15, 2019 Emgage Statement on the Mosque Shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand Washington, D.C. – We are horrified and saddened by the terrible news from New Zealand today regarding the attack against two Muslim congregations in Christchurch. According to eye witnesses, at least one man dressed in black entered one of
- [MEDIA ADVISORY: National Muslim Orgs Host Grand Virtual Ramadan Event Studded With High-Profile Elected Officials](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/media-advisory-national-muslim-orgs-host-grand-virtual-ramadan-event-studded-with-high-profile-elected-officials/) - May 7, 2020 Contact: Amara Majeed amajeed@emgageusa.org 4434001056 MEDIA ADVISORY: National Muslim Orgs Host Grand Virtual Ramadan Event Studded With High-Profile Elected Officials Washington, D.C.-- This Saturday, May 9, Emgage and the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) will host a virtual Ramadan program. Our esteemed panel includes Senator Tim Kaine, Representatives Rashida Tlaib, Debbie Dingell,
- [Emgage Condemns the Violence at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/emgage-condemns-the-violence-at-the-tree-of-life-synagogue-in-pittsburgh/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2018 Washington, D.C. – Emgage is deeply saddened by the mass shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Authorities apprehended the gunman Robert Bowers, who according to witnesses, shouted anti-semitic slurs before opening fire on congregants. Officials have stated that this will be treated as a federal
- [ICYMI: ”Emgage to Join Grassroots Organizations to Host Major Presidential Forum in Detroit](https://emgageusa.org/press-release/icymi-emgage-to-join-grassroots-organizations-to-host-major-presidential-forum-in-detroit/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 23, 2019 Contact: Nada Al-Hanooti (313) 615 0816 nalhanooti@emgageusa.org ICYMI: Emgage to Join Grassroots Organizations to Host Major Presidential Forum in Detroit “It’s important for everyone to have a seat at the table if we want to create a future for our state where everyone has the opportunity to succeed” (Detroit,

## Staff Members

- [Wa'el Alzayat](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/wael-alzayat/) - Wa’el Alzayat is Principal Advisor of Emgage, where he provides strategic and operational guidance and management for the organization. He is based in Washington, D.C. Alzayat previously served as the CEO of Emgage. He also served with distinction as a U.S. Middle East policy expert at the U.S. Department of State for ten years, including
- [Mohamed Gula](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/mohamed-gula/) - Mohamed Gula is the Interim Chief Executive Officer. Mohamed brings his commitment to Emgage’s mission, most recently serving as our National Director of Organizing. Mohamed manages Emgage’s Million Muslim Votes, Emerging Leaders, and Muslim Civic Table programs. In that role, he directly managed core national programs including the Million Muslim Votes campaign, Emerging Leaders, building
- [Salima Suswell](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/salima-suswell/) - Salima Suswell serves as Senior Advisor for Emgage, the nation’s largest Muslim American civic engagement organization. Salima is considered one of the nation’s emerging leaders and top strategic thinkers on the local, state and national level. Salima also serves as CEO & President of Evolve Solutions, a management consulting firm founded in 2010. Salima founded
- [Khizer Husain](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/khizer-husain/) - Khizer Husain, Emgage Director of Development, is a non-profit management leader and fundraising expert with over two decades of experience helping organizations scale up while staying true to their mission and culture. He established an external relations department at a high-performing DC public charter school to raise millions of dollars from private, government, and institutional
- [Iman Awad](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/iman-awad/) - Iman Awad is the National Director of Policy & Advocacy. In this capacity, she advises on the development of a legislative strategy to advance issues that are important to Muslim Americans. Additionally, Awad is supporting efforts on Capitol Hill related to the Rohingya Crisis and anti-hate crime legislation. Prior to working with Emgage, Iman served
- [Nabrath Sheriff](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/nabrath-sheriff/) - Nabrath Sheriff is a Domestic Policy Analyst at Emgage, where she conducts policy research/analysis and supports state-level advocacy to help advance Emgage's civic empowerment of Muslim Americans. Her work is grounded in translating community priorities into actionable policy strategies. She was born and raised in Seattle, Washington. Nabrath brings a background in local politics to
- [Jaime Churches](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/jaime-churches/) - Jaime Churches, Emgage Michigan State Director, is a Downriver, Michigan resident, educator, and public servant who is passionate about building bridges between communities and ensuring every voice has a seat at the table. After serving as State Representative for Michigan’s 27th District, Jaime continues her commitment to public service in her current role with Emgage,
- [Mai Abushaaban](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/mai-abushaaban/) - Mai Abushaaban Emgage Texas Organizing Associate. She holds an MA in International Affairs and Leadership from Arizona State University and a BBA in Finance from the University of Houston. She is the founder of Bridge to Baladi, a nonprofit supporting civilians displaced by war in Gaza. With professional experience in development, fundraising, and nonprofit leadership,
- [Adham Sahloul](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/adham-sahloul/) - Adham Sahloul is the founder and Senior Advisor of the North Star Policy Initiative (NSPI). He was previously a Special Advisor in the Biden Administration, where he served at the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. Agency for International Development, and was previously a consultant at the U.S. Department of State. He is an Adjunct
- [Suset Ruiz Rua](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/suset-ruiz-rua/) - Suset Ruiz Rua is Emgage's Finance Associate. She prepares all the accounting work for Emgage, oversees income and expenses management analysis, plays a lead role in the preparation of audited financial statements, tax returns, and grant-related reports, and schedules to support financial reports to the board. When she became a member of Emgage, Ruiz brought
- [Gabriel Vieira](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/gabriel-vieira/) - Gabriel Vieira serves as the Organizing Associate with the Emgage Michigan chapter. At Emgage Michigan, he leverages his expertise to mobilize communities, advocate for equitable policies, and amplify grassroots leadership in order to ensure that marginalized groups have a meaningful role in shaping their futures." With experience in student organizing, electoral campaigns, and grassroots mobilization,
- [Donaldson Jones](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/donaldson-jones/) - Donaldson is an IT Administrator with the National office where he provides Information Systems support to the senior executive team in Washington DC and the six chapters. He provide technology and innovation guidance to senior management team in formulating data strategies & policies for Emgage advocacy and policy development operations. He manages Emgage Data systems
- [Ainy Haider-Shah](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/ainy-haider-shah/) - Ainy Haider-Shah is a communications and messaging expert with over 20 years of outstanding writing and editing expertise, over 15 years of experience creating, implementing, and evaluating communications strategies, and over 10 years of direct management and leadership experience. She has extensive experience with international development, software, health, and hospitality, having worked in several business
- [Sumaiya Ahmed Sheikh](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/sumaiya-ahmed-sheikh/) - Sumaiya Ahmed Sheikh serves on the National Advisory Council of the AAPI Victory Fund, and as a Senior Advisor to Emgage. Other prior roles included Executive Director of the Oakland County Democratic Party, Director of Michigan’s Campus Vote Project, Communications Director of Emgage, and Executive Director of Michigan Community Council where she consistently championed causes
- [Jida Nabulsi](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/jida-nabulsi/) - With over 16 years of experience in both the private and public sectors, Jida Nabulsi has a proven track record of building strong, impactful relationships. She has led global teams, collaborated with executives, and worked alongside elected officials and local organizations to drive business success and create meaningful change in communities. Jida holds a Bachelor's
- [Susie Sharaf](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/susie-sharaf/) - Susie has extensive experience in outreach and project management for faith-based nonprofit organizations such as the All Dulles Area Muslim Society and the International Interfaith Peace Corps. She has been involved in initiatives focused on community impact, interfaith partnerships, and civic engagement. She has a Master of Science in Data Analytics and Policy with a
- [Geeda Al-Haffar](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/geeda-al-haffar/) - Geeda, is an experienced professional dedicated to fostering education, leadership, and advocacy across diverse sectors. With a background in recruitment, training, and management in retail, public health, telecommunications, and civic engagement, Geeda transitioned from a successful teaching career to leadership roles that drive meaningful change. As State Director of Pennsylvania for Emgage, Geeda empowers American
- [Nadia Hassan](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/nadia-hassan/) - For six years, Nadia has been serving as a political appointee under the last two Maryland State administrations, showcasing her commitment to public service by uplifting diverse constituencies. In 2023, Nadia was appointed by Governor Wes Moore to lead the Governor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs as its Director; and in 2018, she was appointed by
- [Heba Khalil](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/heba-khalil/) - Heba Khalil is the State Director for the New York Metro Chapter. She prioritizes empowerment for American Muslim voters and seeks to connect them to change makers in political and civic spaces. She also teaches courses about Theater, Film, & Politics at St. John’s University. In her previous roles as case manager, advocate, and policy analyst,
- [Saman Q. Ahmad](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/saman-q-ahmad/)
- [Nada Al-Hanooti](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/nada-al-hanooti/) - Nada Al-Hanooti is a community organizer and the Deputy Organizing Director at Emgage where she is responsible for politically empowering our Muslim and BIPOC communities. Through her work in Emgage, she has led efforts for the historic wins of Joe Biden, Rashida Tlaib, Abdullah Hammoud, and the Michigan Democratic trifecta win in 2022. In 2017,
- [Shy Morby](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/shy-morby/) - Shy is Emgage's Human Resources Associate. She ensures that all organizational policies, procedures, documentation, and practices for hiring and terminating for permanent employees, part-time employees, contractors, interns, and canvassers are adhered to. She onboards all full-time and contract employees. She ensures that the employee handbook is continuously updated to align with Emgage policies. She also
- [Corey Shearer](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/corey-shearer/) - Corey Alexander Shearer is a "son of Broward". A long-time resident of Broward County, Florida which he proudly calls home. The Brooklyn-born child of two community-oriented parents, Corey is the son of Rt. Hon. Hugh Lawson Shearer, the third Prime Minister of Jamaica. After some years in Jamaica, he attended elementary, middle, and high school
- [Niloufar Hafizi](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/niloufar-hafizi/) - Niloufar Hafizi is a Policy Manager for Emgage’s Texas chapter. A native Houstonian, she holds an economics degree from the University of Chicago and a J.D. from South Texas College of Law Houston. Her favorite law-related experiences were serving as a teaching assistant for newer law students and teaching high school students about constitutional rights
- [Anusheh Siddique](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/anusheh-siddique/) - Anusheh Siddique is the Digital Communications Manager. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with a concentration in Middle Eastern Studies and a minor in Business Administration from the University of Houston. She has worked in field, management and organizing and has managed a winning judicial campaign in Fort Bend County. She
- [Hanna Dasoo](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/hanna-dasoo/) - Hanna Dasoo is a Policy and Research Manager at Emgage where she focuses on human rights violations and religious freedom in China, Burma, and India. She holds a B.A. in Global Studies from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County as well as an M.A. in Terrorism and Security from Kings College, London. Her interests lie
- [Hashim Raza](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/hashim-raza/) - Hashim is a Policy Campaigns Manager at Emgage where he focuses on the rise of global white supremacy, islamophobia, and far-right movements, along with white nationalism and domestic terrorism prosecution within our borders. He also focuses on the rise of Hindu-nationalism in India and its adverse effects on Indian Muslims and other minority groups. He
- [Aisha Tariq](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/aisha-tariq/) - Aisha Tariq is the Organizing Manager for the Texas chapter of Emgage. She works to increase voter turnout and build civic engagement in the Muslim American community. Her prior organizing experience includes working for a gubernatorial campaign leading up to the 2022 election, with a focus on youth voter registration and electoral participation. Aisha served
- [Hira Khan](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/hira-khan/) - Hira Khan is the State Director of the Emgage Michigan Chapter. Hira has previously served as Director of Governance at New American Leaders, and the Deputy City Clerk of the City of Ferndale prior to that. She has developed programs nationally, and locally to support BIPOC communities across various emerging issues. Having worked in both
- [Laila Duncan](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/laila-abdus-shakur/) - Laila Duncan serves as Pennsylvania Organizing Associate. In this role, Laila leads community and political outreach efforts on behalf of the Pennsylvania Chapter, including voter turnout, engagement with elected officials and organizational leadership, as well as development of programming across the state of Pennsylvania and within national political networks. Building and maintaining relationships with diverse
- [Silvia Larrañaga Turton](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/silvia-larranaga-turton/) - Silvia is the CEO’s Executive Assistant at Emgage. She is from Guatemala, holds a bachelor’s degree in hotel and restaurant management, and graduated from college with academic distinction as Cum Laude. In her capacity as Executive Assistant she is responsible for managing the CEO’s and board's schedules and meetings, assisting the team with administrative tasks,
- [Alejandra Permuy](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/alejandra-permuy/)
- [Lena Al-Hanooti](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/lena-al-hanooti/)
- [Jasmine Khadem](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/jasmine-khadem/) - Jasmine Khadem is the Empowering Communities Initiative (ECI) Coordinator and Organizer at Emgage. ECI is a collective of 19 AAPI organizations that offer resources for new Americans and encourage civic engagement. Prior to Emgage, Jasmine served as a caseworker for unhoused mothers, was the Student Body President at the University of Houston, helped organize successful ballot measures, and
- [Amatullah Contractor](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/amatullah-contractor/) - Amatullah is a Senior Advisor for the Emgage's Texas chapter. She is a dedicated community organizer with a passion for civic engagement and helping underestimated communities build and wield their community power. In her role, Amatullah builds power within the Muslim community by engaging the community in electoral participation and grassroots advocacy.
- [Amatullah Contractor](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/amatullah-contractor-2/)
- [Dr. Debbie Almontaser](https://emgageusa.org/staff-member/debbie-almontaser/) - Dr. Debbie Almontaser is an internationally recognized, award-winning educator, entrepreneur, speaker, authority on cross cultural understanding and author of, Leading While Muslim: The Experiences of American Muslim Principals After 9/11. She is an influential community leader and the Founder and CEO of Bridging Cultures Group Inc., a for-profit business that provides professional development and coaching

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- [Gala- featuring Mehdi Hasan](https://emgageusa.org/state/pa/gala-featuring-mehdi-hasan/) - Emgage Pennsylvania is excited to share our registration link for our Sunday, September 15 gala with esteemed guest Mehdi Hasan. Join us as we reflect on the last year and reaffirm our commitment to empowering the Pennsylvania Muslim community. Register here: https://secure.everyaction.com/SiZAE90eHkqWRWDhKV2NJw2?nvep=&hmac=&emci=25ffb05e-c24a-ef11-86c3-6045bdd9e096&emdi=ea000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000001&ceid= Event: Emgage Pennsylvania Gala Date: Sunday, September 15th Location: Crowne Plaza Philadelphia – King of Prussia 260 Mall Blvd, King of Prussia, PA 19406 Time: 12 PM; VIP reception starts at 12:30 PM This event will be filled with uplifting conversations on how to move our community forward as we continue to make strides politically. Your support and presence at our gala is indispensable, and we hope to see you there! Please register by September 13th to secure your spot at this exclusive event. We offer varying ticket packages including student, bronze, silver, and more! For any additional information, email us at ssuswell@emgageusa.org.

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