10 Ways to Be an Effective Ally to the Muslim Community

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Learn about Islam, about Muslim-majority countries, about Islamophobia, about what Muslims are doing to combat ISIS, etc. Bigotry almost always rests on ignorance, and so education is an essential tool to combating it, and we encourage you to learn as much as you possibly can about issues concerning religion and Islam. Even as an employee of a Muslim organization with a master’s degree in religious studies and a concentration in Islam, I find myself with gaps in my knowledge and a need to continually learn more about Islam. While there are plenty of fantastic resources on this subject, we at ING have solid, scholar-vetted content in these areas:

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Muslims

Islamophobia and its Impact 

Updated Answers to Questions about ISIS

A Closer Look at Sharia Law 

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