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Honoring Voices Inspiring Change

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On June 28, 2019 By MPAC
The sixth annual MPAC Empowering Voices Awards celebrated voices championing inclusion, diversity, and protection of vulnerable communities. This year, we honored Mehdi Hasan for his journalistic integrity, courage, and commitment to truth; Eric Treene for his commitment to protecting religious freedom at the Dept. of Justice; Rep. Zoe Lofgren for ensuring human dignity in immigration policies; and Dr. Debbie Almontaser for promoting pluralism in the political and civic process. Watch all videos from the 2019 MPAC Empowering Voices Awards playlist. http://bit.ly/2X49iwD ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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Meet Dr. Debbie Almontaser, #EmpoweringVoices Awards Honoree

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On June 11, 2019 By MPAC
Dr. Debbie Almontaser is a community activist, advocate, entrepreneur, and educator who works across sectors in New York City. Dr. Almontaser has developed avenues for social exchange to encourage interfaith activism and outreach across the boundaries of race, ethnicity and religion. Our annual Empowering Voices Awards brings together America's most influential advocates to celebrate causes and individuals who have worked with us to champion the American and Islamic values of freedom, justice, and equality for all. This year’s event is not to be missed. For information & tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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Get excited for the future at the #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
Take it from Rep. Andre Carson - we’re more than just a face for American Muslims. For over thirty years we have made a name for ourselves by creating opportunities to elevate our community. Our annual Empowering Voices Awards brings together the nation's most influential advocates to celebrate causes and individuals who have worked with us to champion the American and Islamic values of freedom, justice, and equality for all. This year’s event is not to be missed. For information & tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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Celebrating people lifting up people at the #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
Our annual #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC is about American Muslims having our own voice. We celebrate people who go beyond acknowledging communities of different backgrounds, and uplift, inspire, and advocate for policies that benefit Americans regardless of faith, ethnicity or race. From cultural changemakers like Katie Couric or Halima Aden to non-profit leaders and government officials, year after year, our honorees are leading the charge in forging a more inclusive and pluralistic society. For information & tickets for this year’s event, visit: mpac.org/ev
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This is MPAC at work. Rep. Andre Carson at the #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
Take it from Rep. Andre Carson - we’re more than just a face for American Muslims. For over thirty years we have made a name for ourselves by creating opportunities to not only improve policies and perceptions for American Muslims, but also elevate our community. Our annual Empowering Voices Awards brings together the nation's most influential advocates to celebrate causes and individuals who have worked with us to champion the American and Islamic values of freedom, justice, and equality for all. This year’s event is not to be missed. For information & tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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“Representation is everything.” Halima Aden at the #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
No matter your beginnings as an American, whether your journey began as a refugee or in middle America, your story matters. UNICEF Ambassador and model, Halima Aden, speaks out on the importance of having diversity of representation at our Empowering Voices Awards. Our honorees uplift, inspire, and advocate for policies that benefit Americans regardless of faith, ethnicity or race. Join us for an unforgettable evening. For information & tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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The #EmpoweringVoices Awards in #DC: A consistent vision of empowerment for American Muslims

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC
Our vision of empowerment will be your reality. Join DC’s brightest and most passionate advocates for American pluralism at our annual Empowering Voices Awards, where we honor America's most influential champions of the American and Islamic values of freedom, justice, and equality for all. For information and tickets, visit: mpac.org/ev
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