May 25, 2010

Dear Friends, 

Are you sick of hearing government officials, media pundits, and elected leaders talk about Muslims... but never bother talking to Muslims?

Do you wish you knew how to effectively talk to public officials about the domestic and foreign policy issues you care deeply about, so that they care about them enough to act? 

Do you wish, hope and pray for change? Are you ready to act to bring about change? 

Well, today we are one step closer in empowering our community to make that change. We have an exciting announcement to share with you on behalf of the board, staff and volunteers at MPAC. 

Today, we are launching our newest organizing effort to empower Muslim Americans all around the country to stand up and advocate for the issues we all care about, and strengthen your ability to do it effectively. 

Check out this short video to find out what the "I Am Change" program is all about, then email iamchange@mpac.org to schedule a high energy, engaging and interactive workshop in your community. 

Give us three hours and we'll give you:

• Inspiring knowledge on how to promote civic engagement from an Islamic perspective with members of your community
• A deeper understanding of how local, state and federal government works and your role in advocating at each level
• Practical skills in how to talk about the issues you care about with public officials and the media
• Energizing examples of Muslim Americans who are successfully working for change every single day, and making a difference 

"I Am Change" is about active citizenship. It's about each of us embracing our rights as Muslim Americans to work with decision makers in our local communities, in our state legislatures, and in Congress to shape better policies. 

We're excited about the chance to travel all over the country and work with you and your communities to enhance our collective civic and political participation.

Please get in touch with us today to schedule an "I Am Change" workshop in your community by calling (202) 547-7701 or emailing us at iamchange@mpac.org...

Sincerely, 

Haris Tarin
Director of Washington, DC Office  

Edina Lekovic
Communications Director