The Council on American Islamic Relations of Minnesota will be hosting
an in-house TRAINING ON AUGUST 21ST. The TRAINING WILL PREPARE YOU AS
AN EDUCATOR, employer, co-worker, or simply individual in your
interaction and work with Muslims. Whether you want to learn about
best practices for accomodating individuals during Ramadan or better
understanding your neighbors, this TRAINING WILL GIVE YOU THE
BACKGROUND, tools, and space to explore some of the questions or
concerns you may have.This training will consist of three
presentations along with a Somali lunch. People are welcome to attend
one, two, or all three sessions. The schedule of the day is as
follows, with further descriptions of each session listed below:
9:00am-9:30am-
CHECK-IN
9:30am-10:45am-
SESSION 1: _HOW TO WORK__ EFFECTIVELY WITH MUSLIMS_
11:00am-12:15pm-
SESSION 2: _UNDERSTANDING SOMALI CULTURE_
12:30pm-1:00pm-
SOMALI LUNCH
1:15pm-2:30pm-
SESSION 3: _UNDERSTANDING ISLAMOPHOBIA _
_HOW TO WORK EFFECTIVELY WITH MUSLIMS_
An interactive exercise gauges where the audience is in their
understanding of the religion, and basic beliefs and practices. This
session then highlights Muslim demographics worldwide, in the United
States and in Minnesota. This session includes an in-depth explanation
of the religion and cultural norms, including keywords, holidays, and
customs held in Muslim culture. This session with conclude with a
discussion of how Muslims practice their beliefs, emphasizing the
continuum of diversity of practice within the religion, and how you
can best accomodate your students, employees, or colleagues.
_UNDERSTANDING SOMALI CULTURE _
Somalis are estimated to be the largest African immigrants in
Minnesota with a rough estimate of 75,000-100,000 in Minnesota
(source: McKnight Foundation). In this session you will learn all that
is needed to understand the Somali American story. This training
covers the pre- and postmodern history of the Somali people, their
culture and their migration to Minnesota. The session also covers the
different cultural norms and practices. It will uncover potential
cultural gaps between the Somali and American communities, and answers
many of the common questions that employers, community organizations
and law enforcement ask about the Somali people. It includes both
pictures and videos to offer a deeper understanding of the Somali
people and their culture.
_UNDERSTANDING ISLAMOPHOBIA _
This session will consist of an explanation of _what is Islamophobia_?
Factors and actors behind Islamophobia, and how it relates to historic
roots of Religious intolerance. This session will also look at how
groups are organizing against Muslims, including speakers touring
Minnesota spreading hate, the current climate in Minnesota, and
incidents of hate crimes. Additionally, it will explore how groups
create fear and discuss the concept of “legislating fear?” This
session will discuss the root of these issues and suggest ways of
addressing them as individuals and as an organization.
*For organizations or individuals unable to pay the full amount OR for
groups looking for group discounts, please contact us directly at
info@mn.cair.com
DETAILS FOR DAY-OF:
CAIR-MN is housed inside Bethany Church. Free on-street parking is
available as well as limited space in the lot on the Eastern side of
Bethany (near 26th). To gain entry go to the E Franklin Ave door on
the Western side of the building (closer to 25th). Here you will find
a doorbell and someone to let you in! Please call with any
questions.
ACCESSABILITY INFORMATION:
The parking lot is on the other side of the building from the main
entrance. All entrances have 5-9 stairs. The main bathroom has one
step.
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