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The Impact of the Chauvin Verdict

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On April 22, 2021 By MPAC
When Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all charges for the murder of George Floyd, history was made — but what are the implications of this moment? Farhio Khalif, Executive Director of VEAW and Vice President of Minnesota/Dakota State NAACP, Salam Al-Marayati, MPAC President and Co-Founder, Umar Hakim-Dey, Founder of Inkerij and Chair of MPAC's African American Muslim Insight Council, and Katrina Hasan Hamilton, of Muslim Journal and MPAC's African American Muslim Insight Council discuss where we go from here. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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The Present: An Oscar & BAFTA Nominated Short Film

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On April 11, 2021 By MPAC
Powered by Restream https://restream.io/ Join MPAC, Pillars Foundation and Open Screening for a screening and discussion on the Oscar and BAFTA nominated short film “The Present”. In this story we follow Yusef, played by Saleh Bakri, and his young daughter set out in the West Bank to buy his wife a gift on their wedding anniversary. This film exemplifies what it means to tell authentic and nuanced stories about Muslims. Watch the trailer and learn more about the film at thepresentfilm.com Please note: The screening begins on Zoom at 11 AM (PT) and the discussion will start at 11:30 AM (PT) and will be broadcast on Zoom, Facebook Live and Youtube Live. To watch the stream please RSVP at mpac.org/thepresent
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Human Dignity & Human Rights Violations in Criminal Justice

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On April 8, 2021 By MPAC
The criminal justice system is broken. It’s time to fix it. One in three Americans will be arrested by the age of 23. An estimated 70 million people have a criminal record, and more than 6 million are under some form of correctional supervision on any given day in America. Our panelists will discuss dehumanization and disproportionate sentencing in prisons, better solutions, and the role our communities can play in creating reform.
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2021 MPAC Media Awards

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On March 20, 2021 By MPAC
Join us this Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 5pm (PT) to celebrate members of the entertainment industry, artists, and activists who promote inclusion and social justice through their craft. Tickets are free but registration is required. RSVP at mpac.org/ma -- MPAC’s annual Media Awards celebrates members of the entertainment industry, artists, and activists who promote inclusion and social justice through their craft. Our honorees have done so by advancing authentic portrayals of Islam and Muslims, increasing understanding by reflecting the realities we live in, and by inspiring action and movements for social change. Now in its 29th year, the Media Awards continues to honor innovative voices of courage and conscience who act boldly and intentionally in this critical time in history. We have honored Oscar and Emmy winners, Nobel Laureates, Peabody Award finalists, blockbuster and indie films, courageous journalists, groundbreaking art exhibitions, and trailblazing writers, producers, and directors. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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MPAC in discussion with Mohamedou Ould Salahi, Jodie Foster, and Tahar Rahim about The Mauritanian

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On February 19, 2021 By MPAC
MPAC President Salam Al-Marayati had the privilege to speak to Mohamedou Ould Salahi, who wrote Guantánamo Diary after his experiences of solitary confinement and torture in Guantánamo Bay detention camp. He was joined by Oscar-winning actor, producer, director Jodie Foster and Golden Globe nominated actor Tahar Rahim who are the stars of the upcoming STXFilms’ The Mauritanian, which is currently out in theaters and will be available On Demand on March 2nd. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2021: MIDDLE EASTERN WRITERS IN ENTERTAINMENT

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On January 31, 2021 By MPAC
Middle Eastern writers make up only 0.3% of the total employment in writers’ rooms, yet these stories have been told by others for decades. MPAC’s Hollywood Bureau and the WGAW Middle Eastern Writers Committee share the goals of increasing Middle Eastern writers’ representation and bolstering more accurate, authentic portrayals of Middle Eastern people in film and television. In this panel discussion, we will provide the industry with tangible steps to achieve these goals and highlight both the seasoned and emerging Middle Eastern writers who are ready to fill those roles. Presented by the Muslim Public Affairs Council - Hollywood Bureau and the WGAW Middle Eastern Writers Committee. Moderated by Lorraine Ali, TV and culture critic of the Los Angeles Times. ---------- Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.
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