ISAK Outreach Newsletter - April 28, 2025
Islamic Society of Akron and Kent Community Outreach News
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EFFORTS & INITIATIVES
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AAIC Hunger Walk
Dates: Sunday, May 4th, 2:15 PM
Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron, 3300 Morewood Rd, Fairlawn, OH 44333
Donations:
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
Special discount code for general admission: WC50 codeexpires4/28.
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.
John Carroll University Student Visit
Last Thursday, April 24th, Dr. Zeki Saritopraks Islamic Studies class from John Carroll University visited ISAK. Alhamdulillah, we welcomed a diverse group of students from different faiths who came to learn about Islam. Brother Yaseen Shaikh led an insightful presentation about Islam, followed by a Q&A session, a shared meal, the observation of Maghrib prayer, and the participation in the Nadwat Al Quran session led by Sheikh Zobair. MashaAllah, the students were engaged and interested to learn about our beautiful faith.
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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
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Interweaving Sacred Prayers Collaborative
Community Weaving Project
Dates:
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.
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CONVERT CONNECTION
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NEW MEDIA CONTENT
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With Authority Comes Responsibility | Shaykh Musa Sugapong - Click to Watch!
Follow ISAK on social media so you can stay in touch with the latest updates:
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
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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.
Faith & Fitness:
The Islamic Path to Wellness
Date: Sunday, May 4th, 5:30 PM - 10 PM
Location: West Cleveland Muslim Association, 1255 Columbia Rd, Westlake, OH 44145
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!
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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
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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!
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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
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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.
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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]
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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:
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Students of Arab, Middle Eastern, or North African heritage.
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Attending public high school in Northeast Ohio.
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Students under 18 will need parental consent to participate.
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