CIOGC is a unifying federation and leading advocate of Muslim community interests. CIOGC is at the forefront of fighting social injustices!

Chicago, IL
Joined October 2009
Join us for a screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary No Other Land, followed by a panel discussion on the realities in Masafer Yatta, West Bank.   Seats are limited. Register at meccacenter.org/events
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Babysitting and complimentary refreshments will be provided.   Sunday, June 22 | 3:00–6:00 PM
The Mecca Center, Banquet Hall
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A massacre. This is how Israeli drones see Palestinians in Gaza. As thousands rushed to collect humanitarian aid in the middle of the night, Israeli forces fired into the crowds and killed at least 107 and injured over 700. لا حول ولا قوة الا بالله
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Recapping CIOGCs first governance event: A thread 🪡
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Live from ICNA CENTER in Oak Brook, IL for CIOGCs Pathways to excellence governance workshop
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“There needs to be a governed set of a rules when having (board) meetings” - Mazen Asbahi
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“There are no perfect bylaws, bylaws can change and improve” - Mazen Asbahi
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“It is important to not assume a negative attention on your fellow board member, also as a principle in Islam” - Mazen Ashabi
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“Different communities and have different needs, it’s important to recognize that bylaws may need to be changed or amended to reflect the values of those communities” - Mazen Asbahi
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“The board needs to understand the importance of understanding an issue before voting for/against it” - Dr. Mohammed Chehade
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“Board of Directors are supposed to initiate effective organizational planning” - Dr. Mohammed Chehade
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“There are over 1 million non profits in the US that spend over a combined $5 billion dollars a year” - Dr. Mohammed Chehade
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“The board should not run the non-profit, this is a common issue we see amongst our non-profits” - Dr. Mohammed Chehade
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A massive celebration in the lobby of Chicago City Hall after the cease-fire resolution passes.
Breaking: The Chicago City Council has become the largest city in the country to pass a cease-fire resolution as four months of bombardment by Israel into Gaza has killed more than 26,000 people and displaced nearly 2 million others. The vote was 24-23.
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Why are you calling for a permanent ceasefire in Palestine? 🇵🇸
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