On April 13th, 2015 the US Council of Muslim Organizations hosted its first-ever National Muslim Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill and it has become an annual event increasing in numbers and success each year!
Drawing hundreds of Muslim delegates from across the nation this two-day event is open to representatives of all national, state, and local Muslim organizations and communities. The event is designed to connect national, regional, and state Muslim organizations, community members with their elected representatives in Congress. USCMO’S Advocacy day focuses on promoting a legislative agenda in support of equality and social justice issues that will be of benefit to all Americans, regardless of faith or background. Prior to the event, a series of online training seminars will also are offered to registered participants on effective advocacy techniques and on the day’s advocacy issues.
The event also provides American Muslims with an invaluable opportunity to forge lasting relationships with members of Congress and policymakers. Participants will also demonstrate the ability of Muslim delegates to develop goodwill within Congress for domestic issues that reflect the interests and needs of their community. These include:
- – Civil rights
- – Education
- – Immigration Reform
- – The Muslim Ban Issue
