10 Ways to Be an Effective Ally to the Muslim Community

Get involved with movements of those outside your race and religion:

Whether it’s by attending a protest or joining an interfaith group, become more involved with those outside of your religious tradition. An important note is in these situations is to be sure that you are following, not leading. When you’re offering to help others, always keep in mind you’re entering their space. Would-be allies often consciously or unconsciously co-opt spaces according to what they think is best. Instead, be sure to act as a participant in a movement, following the lead of the community you’re trying to support.

Here are examples of groups standing alongside Muslims and mosques:

Interfaith Crowd Gathers with Mosque to Decry Incivility and Hate

Solidarity in the Sisterhood

Bay Area Muslims React to Trump Election

Hundreds Attend an Interfaith Gathering

To find interfaith events or organizations near you, check out our interfaith Interactive Map, which is a part of the national movement — “Know Your Neighbor: Multifaith Encounters.”

Next: Connect with other non-Muslim organizations that work with Muslims