http://ciogc.org Latest Content/News/Views from The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago en Copyright © 2010 The Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago, Chicago IL, USA 720 http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655217 Controversial provisions of Arizona SB 1070, viewed by opponents as an anti-immigration bill, were blocked by a Federal judge on Wednesday after the Obama administration filed a motion with a federal court requesting that an injunction against the bill be issued until the constitutionality of the bill can be determined. News / Announcement Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:59:55 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7654609 Keep checking our Events page to stay in touch with the community. Event Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:48:45 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7654939 In 2008, The Council held three leadership retreats entitled SOAR! Muslim Youth at the Highest Elements. SOAR! is a day long retreat offering team challenges and leadership workshops led by experts in youth development. Articles Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:32:22 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7654613 Check out what is out there for the Muslim youth in Chicago! Articles Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:30:38 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655213 More than fifteen Mosque Foundation and surrounding area youth gathered to learn how to write letters to the editor from AMP’s Kristin Szremski. Youth letters will be polished and then submitted to Chicago and community newspapers for possible publication. Event Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:11:09 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655211 A Request to the Khateebs News / Announcement Wed, 28 Jul 2010 22:21:34 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655209 Leave A Mark! Event Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:39:50 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655207 CAIR issued an advisory to American Muslims -- whether citizens, permanent residents or visa holders -- warning of the risk of "forced exile" when traveling overseas or attempting to return to the United States. Muslim travelers are urged to know their legal rights if they are placed on the so-called "no-fly list." Articles Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:42:31 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655205 Muslims in Chicago are gearing up for a challenging Ramadan this year, with a dawn to dusk fast during hotter days, longer hours, and the start of the back to school season. By Samana Siddiqui Articles Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:40:44 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655203 The family of Ibrahim Nofal have confirmed that his body was found in Joliet. Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajeeon – (To God we Belong and to Him we return). Nofal was missing since July 13. News / Announcement Wed, 21 Jul 2010 01:36:42 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655201 Ibrahim A. Nofal has been missing from his Orland Park auto repair shop since Tuesday evening, July 13, 2010 - near Harlem and 155th St. Police believe he might be abducted in a light colored Jeep Grand Cherokee with a luggage rack. He has black hair, brown eyes, is 5' 9" tall and weighs 190 lbs. He was last seen wearing navy blue pants and a gray shirt. News / Announcement Sat, 17 Jul 2010 21:44:12 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655187 Youth Writing Workshop Event Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:35:29 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655199 Muslim students in public schools are often in classroom environments that are mistrusting and sometimes even hostile toward Islam and Muslims.  This is certainly not an optimal environment for our children’s' academic, social and personal development. News / Announcement Wed, 14 Jul 2010 22:39:20 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655197 Islamic Relief USA is seeking a Development Coordinator who is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and stewarding major and minor gifts, initiating, maintaining and growing donor relationships to maximize t News / Announcement Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:10:48 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655195 The American Muslim Civic Leadership Institute is accepting applications for the 2010-2011 program. AMCLI builds human capital and develops leadership potential among American Muslims between the ages of 25 and 40. Over the course of nine Articles Wed, 14 Jul 2010 02:45:04 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655193 On July 7, the Grand Mufti, Mustafa Ceric delivered an important talk on the 1995 genocide in Bosnia. Here are some excerpts: Articles Wed, 14 Jul 2010 02:41:15 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655191 Position Title: Grants Director Articles Wed, 14 Jul 2010 02:34:15 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655189 After the successful distribution of thousands of resource guides to City of Chicago schools this spring, the Council has scheduled the commencement of the “Blanket the ‘burbs” project for the upcoming academic year. Articles Sat, 10 Jul 2010 03:36:23 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655185 "It is important for Muslims to come out of isolation and join the community at large," said Dr. Shakir Moiduddin, the Interfaith Committee co-chairperson for the CIOGC. “Muslims need to join people from other faith groups to serve the community.” Articles Thu, 08 Jul 2010 22:55:49 GMT http://ciogc.com/go.aspx?link=7655183 Youth Summer Camp Event Thu, 08 Jul 2010 22:42:39 GMT