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From Margins to Mainstream: Advancing Muslim Representation in Entertainment

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On February 20, 2025 By MPAC
This panel explores the progress, challenges, and opportunities in bringing authentic Muslim representation to mainstream media. Industry leaders and advocates discuss the impact of storytelling on public perception, strategies for overcoming stereotypes, and the importance of creating space for nuanced and diverse Muslim narratives. From independent filmmaking to major studio productions, this conversation highlights how artists and executives are reshaping Hollywood to reflect the richness of Muslim experiences. ---------- 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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Beyond the Screen: Entertainment’s Role in Shaping Policy

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On February 20, 2025 By MPAC
---------- 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’s response to Meta’s New Content Moderation Policies

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On January 14, 2025 By MPAC
MPAC has signed onto a letter from the Center for Democracy & Technology and other civil rights groups urging Meta —the parent company of Facebook and Instagram—to reverse harmful policy changes surrounding fact-checking and content moderation. By allowing harmful content and cutting fact-checking, Meta is putting marginalized communities at risk. It’s time to prioritize safety, equity, and real free expression. Read the coalition's letter here: mpac.org/cdt ---------- 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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An Update on MPAC’s 100 Day Agenda #islamophobia #communityempowerment

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On December 23, 2024 By MPAC
MPAC's VP of Policy and Programming gives an update on our 100 Day Agenda for 2025. ---------- 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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Nonprofit Killer Bill – What’s Next? Convening and Mobilizing CommunitIes to Stop the Bill

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On December 6, 2024 By MPAC
Join MPAC's Mohammad Ali for a panel discussion on what's next for the "Nonprofit Killer Bill", how the bill could potentially impact organizations if passed, and what you can do to prevent the bill from being passed in the Senate. Featured Panelists: Katherine Tomaszewski, Senior Legal Advisor - Charity and Security Network Ben Grossman-Cohen, Director of Campaigns - Oxfam America Diala Qasem, Senior Legislative Assistant Congressman Andre Carson Kevin Rachlin, Washington Director - Nexus Leadership Project Sumayyah Waheed, Senior Policy Counsel - Muslim Advocates ---------- 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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Los Angeles reaffirms its commitment to protect human rights for all | Human Security Resolution

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On November 20, 2024 By MPAC
Tuesday, Nov. 19, INKERIJ Foundation CEO and MPAC Consultant Umar Hakim-Dey joined LA City Councilmembers Katy Yaroslavsky and Hugo Soto-Martinez as they presented the Human Security Resolution. The resolution reaffirms the city’s dedication to protect freedom of expression and freedom of worship for all Angelenos. ---------- 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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Empowering Voices 2024: Bernie Sanders Lifetime Achievement Award

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On November 20, 2024 By MPAC
---------- Video honoring Senator Bernie Sanders and his commitment to ending religious bigotry 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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