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Civil Rights Director Part of State Dept. Delegation to Philippines
Feb.11.09
Christina Abraham met with Muslim activists in the southern Philippines where discrimination against Muslims by the government, access to education, and poverty are major concerns.
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PHOTOS: Over 100 Welcomed at Open House
Feb.09.09
Honored guests included students, local reporters, mosque leaders, non-profit partners, scholars, professionals and other community members as they experienced the new space. Check out the photo album!
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Obama Administration Upholds Secrecy in Torture Case
Kevin Vodak | Feb.12.09
Staff Attorney, Kevin Vodak, discusses a lawsuit filed by the ACLU on behalf of torture victims that was dismissed under the Bush administration. Rather than reversing the ruling, the current administration and the new Department of Justice uphold the secrecy defense that led to the dismissal.
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 - Obama Administration Decides to Uphold Secrecy in Torture Case
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February 12, 2009
- Civil Rights Director Speaks on Panel at Kent Law School
February 12, 2009
- Civil Rights Director Part of State Dept. Delegation to Philippines
February 11, 2009
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Outreach Coordinator Participates in Michigan Avenue Forum
February 10, 2009
- We've Moved - Stop By Our Open House!
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February 5, 2009
- Ahmed Rehab to Speak at Islamic Center of Naperville
January 30, 2009
- Ahmed Rehab to Present on Gaza at DePaul University
January 29, 2009
- CAIR-Chicago to Attend Niagara’s Black History Month Reception
February 26, 2009
- Ahmed Rehab to Present at University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign
March 19, 2009
 Employment
• A Muslim woman was abruptly terminated after taking time off to attend an Eid prayer session. CAIR-Chicago is investigating the matter and will take whatever action deemed necessary to resolve the issue.
Government
• A Muslim woman reported that her application for citizenship was denied. CAIR-Chicago will advise the woman of her options after further reviewing the matter.
• Two Muslims contacted CAIR-Chicago regarding delays in obtaining citizenship. Both individuals applied for citizenship, completed all the necessary requirements, but have not been scheduled for an oath. CAIR-Chicago is incorporating these cases into its Citizenship Delay Project.
• A Muslim man was denied air travel because he was flagged on the TSA no fly list. CAIR-Chicago is further investigating the issue and will take whatever action deemed necessary to resolve the matter.
Prison
• Five Muslim men in prison requested religious material, icluding Qu'rans, prayer rugs and Islamic books. CAIR-Chicago is connecting them with organizations that can provide these materials for them.
Public Accommodation
• A Muslim man was conducting a deposit transaction at a bank he has often gone to. During this specific visit, three tellers rudely asked him for his identification and if he did not present his identification, they advised him to go to another bank. CAIR-Chicago offered to send a letter requesting an apology and clarification of bank policy on the man’s behalf.
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CAIR-CHICAGO ANNUAL BANQUET: MARCH 7, 2009
RSVP NOW!
CAIR-CHICAGO IS OFFERING 18 INTERNSHIPS FOR THIS WINTER AND SPRING. APPLY TODAY!
    
Executive Director
Ahmed Rehab
Civil Rights Director
Christina Abraham
Senior Outreach Coordinator
Dina Rehab
Operations Coordinators
Azam Azeem
Daniah Elharezi
Cultural Sensitivity Speaker
Veronica Zapata
Communications Coordinators
Reem Rahman
Amina Sharif
Staff Attorney
Kevin Vodak, Esq.
Outreach Coordinator
Gerald Hankerson
Youth Coordinator
Mokaram Rauf
Administrative Assistant
Islaam Rahim
Board of Directors
Alif Muhammad
Shahwar Syed, MD
Kimberly Newkirk
Emaad Hamwi
Khaled Taha
Ahmed Rehab
Hina Sodha, Esq.
Yaser Tabbara, Esq. - Secretary
Mazen Kudaimi, MD - Vice President
Safaa Zarzour, Esq. - President
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