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Our Cause

CAIR-MA

The Council on American-Islamic Relations – Massachusetts (CAIR-MA) is a chapter of America’s largest Muslim civil rights organization. CAIR-MA’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims and build coalitions that promote social justice and mutual understanding.

Promote Justice

Protecting the rights of Massachusetts Muslims is at the core of CAIR-Massachusetts’ mission. We work vigorously to educate on behalf of community members experiencing discrimination and remedy cases through in-person negotiations, from filing charges of discrimination, letter writing, and referrals to our attorney referral network. Cases range from employment, public accommodation, and school discrimination, to hate crimes and governmental religious/racial profiling.

Enhancing Understanding of Islam

CAIR-MA actively engages with the media to ensure that a fair and accurate portrayal of Islam and Muslims is presented to the American public. This is accomplished through media appearances, press conferences, opinion editorials, and letters to the editor. In addition, CAIR-Massachusetts provides training to community members, media professionals, and employers.

Community

Advocacy and Education

Our Community Advocacy and Education department provides young people, community members, educators, and youth workers with the tools to self-advocate, implement inclusionary practices, build power, and hone leadership skills. To inquire about our programs please click HERE

Voter Registration

There has never been a more important time to register to vote for upcoming state, local, and federal elections! Join us in this exercise of our democracy by registering here.

Resources

Learn about your rights, view guides on Islam for law enforcement, and learn about Islamophobia on the internet here.

Volunteer

Here’s your chance to make a difference and to experience the pleasures that come with helping others! Volunteering with CAIR-Massachusetts is an excellent way to exercise our faith, work towards a better America, build your resume, and gain a wide range of experience. We provide our volunteers with letters of recommendation and proof of volunteer hours. Find out more here.

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If you feel that you or someone you know has been the victim of harassment or discrimination based on your faith, please notify us by filling out the form below. Someone from our office will contact you within 24-48 hours to respond. All information will be secured and private unless authorized.

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