In 2008, The American Islamic Congress partnered with Cure Violence, formerly Ceasefire, to bring a groundbreaking form of conflict mediation and resolution to neighborhoods in Iraq. On December 31st, the program–which later morphed into Ambassadors for Peace (A4P)–came to a close. Ambassadors for Peace, initially named The Basrah Anti-Violence Campaign, saw initial success mitigating violence…
Read MoreAIC is offering various internships for students and recent graduates. Our Washington, DC office is conveniently located near many metro stations and close to various impactful non-profits and government agencies in the city. Our small office accepts internship applications on a rolling basis and we are flexible when dealing with our interns’ busy schedules. Please…
Read MoreMay 29, 2014 In order to give you more time to complete the application process and submit your materials, the 2014 Eye to Heart Film Contest’s deadline has been extended to AUGUST 1ST. The Eye to Heart contest is an opportunity for young, aspiring filmmakers and photographers to spread their message of positive social change. Three…
Read MoreWith the ouster of longtime president Zine El Abidin Ben Ali in January 2011, a new chapter in Tunisian history began. Tunisians now had a chance to shape their own destiny after being subject to decades of oppression under authoritarian leadership. Unfortunately, after existing in a society that stifled their voice for so long, many…
Read MoreClick HERE to see the entire #He4Her photographic essay. “ANYONE CAN GO WATCH A MOVIE,” noted Edina Skaljic, Senior Program Manager and Team Organizer of the 8th Annual Boston Muslim Film Festival. “The real question is: What are you going to do about the issues explored in the film?” In a collective effort, Dominique Maffei, Maria Zahiri, and Skaljic…
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