Islamic Society of Akron and Kent Community Outreach News

EFFORTS & INITIATIVES

AAIC Hunger Walk

Dates: Sunday, May 4th, 2 PM

Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron, 3300 Morewood Rd, Fairlawn, OH 44333

Donations:

ISAK.org/hungerwalk

Zelle: [email protected], type Hunger Walk

Join the Akron Area Interfaith Council (AAIC) and ISAK as we raise money for the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank!

For the past 16 years, AAIC has organized a Hunger Walk to support the efforts of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. This year, we invite you to walk with us and support our broader community.

Recent statistics reveal a troubling rise in food insecurity in Summit County 13.6% of residents and 20.3% of children are affected. Your support can help alleviate hunger and provide essential resources to those in need. All proceeds will be donated directly to the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.

As Muslims, we are taught that giving is not just charity, its a form of ibadah. The Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) said:

The believers shade on the Day of Resurrection will be their charity

(Al-Tirmidhi, Hadith 604)

Illuminating Hearts, Strengthening Souls: Women and the Quran

Al-Hikmah Womens Conference

Date: Saturday, May 10th, 11 AM - 6 PM

Location: Islamic society of Akron and Kent, 152 E Steels Corners Rd, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44224

Registration: https://www.alhikmahacademy.com/product-category/events/womens-conference-2025/

Join Al-Hikmah Academy and ISAK for a day dedicated to deepening the bond with the Quran and celebrating the strength of sisterhood. The program will include a live recitation during the Quran Competition, as well as a talent competition. A surprise segment will also be revealed during the event, adding to the excitement. Come be part of a powerful day of faith, expression, and community! This event is open to all women.

Teatime for Peace

Date: Tuesday, April 29th, 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM

Location: The Natatorium, 2345 4th St, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

Registration: http://forms.gle/pwodQH4Vr1fthmSS6

Interweaving Sacred Prayers Collaborative

Community Weaving Project

Dates:

Saturday, April 26, 2-4 PM

Thursday, May 8, 6-8 PM

Location: Summit Artspace, 140 E Market St, Akron, OH 44308

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interweaving-sacred-prayers-collaborative-tickets-1146440858469?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join the Womens Interfaith Spiritual Heritage and Akron Area Interfaith Council for a community weaving project! The event encourages people of all faiths, backgrounds, and cultures to contribute their prayers and reflections into a symbolic art project.

This is a wonderful opportunity for the Muslim community to engage in interfaith dialogue, share the beauty of Islam, and participate in a creative expression of unity.

Through this event, you can offer dawah by sharing the richness of Islamic traditions and better understand our fellow community members. Whether through weaving meaningful verses, sharing dua, or engaging in conversations, your presence can form understanding and connection. No weaving experience needed.

CONVERT CONNECTION

NEW MEDIA CONTENT

Seeking Mercy of Allah (SWT) | Sheikh Zobair Ahmed - Click to Watch!

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ISAK Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ISAKOhio/

ISAK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isak_community_center/

ISAK YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5C318Qnz7VYK5iZnn-HDsw

COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING

Racial Justice & Equity Training Workshop Series

Date: April 24th, 6 PM - 8:30 PM

Location: First Cleveland Masjid, 3613 E 131st St, Cleveland, OH 44120

Registration Link: bit.ly/RJE2025

This three-part workshop series in April, hosted by CAIR-Ohios Cleveland Chapter and the Cleveland Palestine Advocacy Community, will explore race, power, privilege, supremacy, and oppression within the Cleveland Muslim community. Featuring guest speakers and educators, the series aims to foster meaningful conversations about being one Ummah, promoting racial equity, and building authentic relationships with greater awareness and compassion.

The first workshop will feature Imam Abdelrahman Justin Wood, an American Imam and speaker from Columbus, Ohio. After converting to Islam at 17, he traveled to Makkah for advanced Islamic studies. He has since worked to help young American Muslims engage with Islam's relevance, focusing on youth initiatives in various communities. He also serves as Ameer of AlMaghrib's Columbus chapter.

A Journey through Sacred Activism

Book Club

Dates: Sunday, April 27th, 4 PM

Location: Algebra Tea House, 2136 Murray Hill Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106

Registration Link: bit.ly/4iUqizY

Sacred Activism by Imam Dawud Walid serves as a guide for Muslims committed to social justice, emphasizing the importance of staying true to Islamic values. It connects spiritual devotion with meaningful action, reminding readers that ultimate success comes from Allah.

"You are the best nation brought forth for humanity: you encourage what is right, forbid what is wrong, and believe in Allah." (Quran 3:110)

No New Bonds 2025 Conference

Date: Saturday May 3rd, 9 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: Columbus, OH

Register: bit.ly/nonewbonds2025

Community members from across Ohio will gather in Columbus for a full day of workshops, panels, and strategy sessions focused on ending Ohios financial ties to Israeli apartheid. The event is open to students, organizers, families, and all who care about justice. Food, childcare, and accessibility support will be provided.

Truth and Memory: The Nakba Then and Now

Date: Saturday, May 17th, 2-4PM (doors open at 1 PM)

Location: Akron-Summit County Public Library, 60 S High St. Akron, OH 44326

Nakba Remembrance Day, observed annually on May 15th, commemorates the Nakba ("catastrophe" in Arabic), marking the beginning of the mass displacement of Palestinians from their land. In 1948, Palestinians experienced the forced displacement of over 750,000 people and the massacre of numerous Palestinian villages. This marked the beginning of a history of persecution, occupation, and displacement for the Palestinian people.

This day serves as a poignant reminder of the ongoing Palestinian struggle for justice and liberation. So join us for a day of reflection, remembrance, education, and art as we honor the Palestinian struggle for liberation and reclaim our narrative. This in-person event will feature guest speaker and author Rose Esber, Nakba survivor testimonies, poetry, and more!

Join Team Palestine for the Cleveland Marathon

PCRF Cleveland

Date: Saturday, May 17th - Sunday, May 18th

Promo Code: PCRF20 for 20% off

Registration Link: https://raceroster.com/registration/164ceecf-29de-4ef5-af9a-10e930872290/entry?team=729058&teamEntryToken=RN7BW3FF4C

COMMUNITY MISSIONS

Tell Cuyahoga County Council - No More Money for Genocide!

Sign the Petition: bit.ly/cccbreakthebonds

Cuyahoga County is one of the largest investors in Israel Bonds in the United States, with a $16 million portfolio. This investment stands out as it is the only instance where local tax dollars are directly allocated to a foreign government. These funds could otherwise be utilized for significant local improvements, such as health, education, housing, food security, and environmental initiatives in Greater Cleveland. If you live in Cuyahoga County, sign this petition!

Support CAIR-Ohio in Defending American Muslims

Donate to CAIR-Ohio to assist in hiring a full-time attorney staff:https://www.zeffy.com/fundraising/donate-to-help-us-defend-american-muslim-civil-liberties

CAIR-Ohio Seeking to Hire a Staff Attorney

The Cleveland Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Ohio) is seeking a full-time or part-time Staff Attorney. Visit https://www.cair.com/careers/ohio/staff-attorney-cleveland-office/ for more information.

Aiming Higher Scholarship for Refugees

Scholarship Information: https://www.asiaohio.org/get-involved/scholarship-opportunities/

Application Deadline: Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Application: bit.ly/AimingHigher25

Contact Person: Kelly Lee, [email protected]

AMENA Heritage Youth Research Study

Interest Form: https://bit.ly/3Rv2qY4

Participation Reward: $20 gift card

Contact Information:

Dr. Shereen Naser: [email protected]

Care Lab: [email protected]

Eligibility:

• Students of Arab, Middle Eastern, or North African heritage.

• Attending public high school in Northeast Ohio.

• Students under 18 will need parental consent to participate.

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