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The #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC is the inspiration America needs

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On June 7, 2019 By MPAC

Year after year, our annual Empowering Voices Awards brings policymakers, government officials, movers and shakers together to celebrate those who are steadfast in their commitment to the American values of freedom, liberty, and justice for all. 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

Meet Mehdi Hasan, #EmpoweringVoices Awards Honoree

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On June 5, 2019 By MPAC

Mehdi Hasan is political journalist, broadcaster and author. At a time when the truth is being denied to the world, Hasan exemplifies tenacity and courage in journalism with his commitment to exposing hypocrisy, and his steadfast support of transparency, pluralism and democracy. 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

Three trailblazers for American pluralism inspire action at the #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC

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On June 5, 2019 By MPAC

You miss 100% of the opportunities that you never take. Trailblazers Halima Aden, Vanita Gupta, and Rep. John Lewis encourage you to share your story, to persist, and to speak out and show up for what’s right. Each year our #EmpoweringVoices Awards in DC brings together cultural agents for American pluralism who lead and inspire to create an unforgettable evening that will leave you reinvigorated to be your best self. See this year’s honorees and purchase tickets at: mpac.org/ev

Justin Marks & Betty Gabriel accept for Counterpart | MPAC Media Awards

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On April 17, 2019 By MPAC

Created by Justin Marks, Starz’ series, Counterpart, transports viewers to a mysterious world hidden beneath the surface of everyday existence. Betty Gabriel’s character, Naya Temple, doesn’t conform to the usual media portrayals of Muslims. That is what made her character and this series so impactful. ---------- Watch all videos from the 2019 MPAC Media Awards playlist. http://bit.ly/2VVEE8Y Presented by the Muslim Public Affairs Council's (MPAC) Hollywood Bureau. Subscribe to MPAC's channel http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Visit MPAC's Hollywood Bureau's website http://mpachollywoodbureau.org Like MPAC's Hollywood Bureau on Facebook http://fb.com/mpachollywoodbureau Follow MPAC on Twitter http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram http://instagram.com/mpac_national ---------- The MPAC Hollywood Bureau serves as a bridge between the Muslim community and the entertainment industry. Our goal is to increase the number of authentic stories of Muslims and Islam on film and TV by engaging the industry and developing relationships with studio executives, screenwriters, and filmmakers. We also work to nurture creative talent and connect American Muslims with industry professionals.

Storytelling as a bold and courageous act of resistance | MPAC Media Awards

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On April 17, 2019 By MPAC

Nijla Mu’min, Writer/Director/Producer of the feature film Jinn, tells stories about herself and her community not from the outside in, but from the inside out. As a black Muslim filmmaker, she illustrates the impact of empowered authorship. ---------- Watch all videos from the 2019 MPAC Media Awards playlist. http://bit.ly/2VVEE8Y Presented by the Muslim Public Affairs Council's (MPAC) Hollywood Bureau. Subscribe to MPAC's channel http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Visit MPAC's Hollywood Bureau's website http://mpachollywoodbureau.org Like MPAC's Hollywood Bureau on Facebook http://fb.com/mpachollywoodbureau Follow MPAC on Twitter http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram http://instagram.com/mpac_national ---------- The MPAC Hollywood Bureau serves as a bridge between the Muslim community and the entertainment industry. Our goal is to increase the number of authentic stories of Muslims and Islam on film and TV by engaging the industry and developing relationships with studio executives, screenwriters, and filmmakers. We also work to nurture creative talent and connect American Muslims with industry professionals.

Vanita Gupta: MPAC Empowering Voices Awards honoree

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On October 11, 2018 By MPAC

Vanita Gupta is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights. She is the recipient of MPAC's Empowering Voices Award for her relentless pursuit of civil rights, commitment to racial equity, and championing social justice. Learn more at mpac.org/empoweringvoices. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org 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 About the Muslim Public Affairs Council MPAC improves public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities.

Katie Couric, Vanita Gupta, Halima Aden: Empowering Voices honorees

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On October 9, 2018 By MPAC

Learn more at mpac.org/empowering-voices. Since 2013, the MPAC Empowering Voices Awards have honored political and cultural leaders working to perfect American pluralism by championing the civic and political empowerment of American Muslims. We bring 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. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org 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 About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC): MPAC improves public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities.