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Statement: MPAC Welcomes the Creation of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | September 22, 2023 — MPAC commends the Biden Administration’s commitment to addressing the issue of gun violence and safeguarding our communities with the establishment of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention. This office will be overseen by Vice President Kamala Harris in coalition with gun safety…

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religious discrimination

MPAC Supports New Jersey Mayor’s Lawsuit Over Terrorism Watchlist

On September 18, 2023 By MPAC

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | September 18, 2023 — The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) stands by Prospect Park, New Jersey, Mayor Mohamed Khairullah in his legal pursuit to highlight the continuous misuse of terrorism watchlists to discriminate against American Muslims in the name of national security. Mayor Mohamed…

MPAC Mourns the Loss of Shams Hegab Ghoneim, a Champion of Human Rights and Interfaith Dialogue

On September 7, 2023 By MPAC

Los Angeles, CA | www.mpac.org | September 7, 2023 — The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Shams Hegab Ghoneim, one of its earliest members and a tireless advocate for human rights and interfaith dialogue. Shams passed away on September 5, 2023, at…

White Supremacy

MPAC Urges Minority Communities to Stay Vigilant Amidst Rise in White Supremacist Threats

On August 29, 2023 By MPAC

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | August 29, 2023 — This week, the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) participated in a briefing hosted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) regarding the tragic attack on the African American community by a white supremacist in Jacksonville, Florida. The attack coincided with…

MPAC Co-Founder, Abdelhamid Youness, Leaves a Lasting Legacy

On August 21, 2023 By MPAC

Los Angeles, CA | www.mpac.org | August 21, 2023 — To God we belong, and to Him we shall return. It is with a heavy heart that MPAC announces the passing of our cofounder, Abdelhamid Youness. Abdelhamid Youness, a visionary leader and tireless advocate, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August…

MPAC Calls on Muslim Communities to Protect Houses of Worship

On August 18, 2023 By MPAC

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | August 18, 2023 — The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) is deeply saddened and alarmed by the recent mob violence targeting the Christian religious minority community in Pakistan. MPAC firmly upholds Islamic values of respect and deference for people of all faiths and beliefs. Angry…

Hearing Our Concerns: Engaging the House Judiciary and Foreign Affairs Committees

On August 2, 2023 By MPAC

Over the last few weeks, The House Judiciary and Foreign Affairs Committees held hearings on issues that MPAC’s Policy Bureau has long been recognized for its leadership. The hearings provided an opportunity to highlight our past work and offer guidance on how to navigate the important issues discussed in these…