In light of the common myths and tropes that we often hear about Islam and Muslims, how can we respond in a way that can make a difference? On the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, this workshop will help people to more effectively address anti-Muslim discrimination through messaging within their own communities.
Participants will explore effective messaging strategies to uplift a vision for a more inclusive and pluralistic country where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. This interactive virtual workshop - featuring content curated by Shoulder to Shoulder, OverZero, the Institute for Social Policy & Understanding, and ReThink Media - will give participants the opportunity to:
Explore facts and data about American Muslim communities;
Unpack why negative speech resonates and how it impacts our communities;
Learn and practice tips for addressing anti-Muslim discrimination and Islamophobia in every day conversation and in public messaging in a way that actually moves people.
Join us to acquire more tools and brush up on your skills.
This workshop features content from the Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign’s Faith Over Fear training program to equip faith and community leaders with effective messaging and strategies for countering anti-Muslim discrimination in the United States. Our training focuses on a multifaith aspirational and values-based messaging to address a narrative of fear and divisiveness. Check out our webpage for more information: www.shouldertoshouldercampaign.org/trainings
This virtual event will be interactive and will not be live-streamed. Registration is required.
About Shoulder to Shoulder: The Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign: Standing with American Muslims, Advancing American Ideals is a national multifaith coalition of religious denominations and faith-based organizations who are committed to ending anti-Muslim hatred, discrimination, and violence in the United States of America.
About ISPU: At the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU), we envision an America where Muslims are thriving and equal. And we believe that relevant, rigorous research in the right hands will help us get there. Our work strengthens Muslim communities and equips those working toward full and equitable inclusion with solution-seeking research. https://www.ispu.org/
About OverZero: Over Zero partners with community leaders, civil society, and researchers to harness the power of communication to prevent, resist and rise above identity-based violence and other forms of group-targeted harm. https://www.projectoverzero.org/