Los Angeles, CA | www.mpac.org | August 21, 2023 — To God we belong, and to Him we shall return. It is with a heavy heart that MPAC announces the passing of our cofounder, Abdelhamid Youness. Abdelhamid Youness, a visionary leader and tireless advocate, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August…

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | August 18, 2023 — The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) is deeply saddened and alarmed by the recent mob violence targeting the Christian religious minority community in Pakistan. MPAC firmly upholds Islamic values of respect and deference for people of all faiths and beliefs. Angry…

Over the last few weeks, The House Judiciary and Foreign Affairs Committees held hearings on issues that MPAC’s Policy Bureau has long been recognized for its leadership. …

Today marks the 10th of Muharram, or Ashura, a solemn commemoration for the martyrdom of Imam Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The sacrifice of Imam Hussein, his companions, and his family carries invaluable lessons that we as American Muslims can weave into our lives, including…

By: Sister Katrina Hasan Hamilton, Ed.D Candidate and Member & Brother Umar Hakim-Dey, Chair | African American Muslim Insight Council (AAMIC) — The Florida State Board of Education recently released the African American History Standards for the upcoming school year — a controversial curriculum that has been met with pushback from parents and legislators alike. …

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | July 20, 2023 — The desecration of the Quran in Stockholm, Sweden last month has given way to a strong reaction from the global Muslim community. In Pakistan, Prime Minister Shabaz Sharif called for protests to defend the sanctity of the Quran. While in Iraq…

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | July 13, 2023 — The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) is concerned by the decision of the U.S. Congress to host Israeli President Isaac Herzog on an official visit. The invitation extended to President Herzog by members of Congress sends a distressing message that undermines…

Monday, June 26, the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) hosted a panel discussion on Navigating Between Free Speech and Hate: Regulating Social Media, as part of our Democracy Forum series. …

Washington, D.C. | www.mpac.org | June 29, 2023 — The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) is deeply concerned by today’s United States Supreme Court decision ruling that determining higher education admissions based on race is unconstitutional. Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the Court’s majority, struck down the use of…