Islamic Society of Akron and Kent Community Outreach News
EFFORTS & INITIATIVES
Taraweeh Buddy Program
Apply to be a Mentor/Mentee: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLa7S3rhpxilxVhGUtHUDl2fdbhgtLEs9XquerH3dUu7J_Zg/viewform
WhatsApp Taraweeh Group Chat: https://is.gd/rp9XHd
ISAK is collaborating with One Ummah Initiative on their Taraweeh Buddy Program, a heartwarming community initiative across three mosques, where we pair you with a prayer buddy or mentor to help you stay consistent, motivated, and connected. This Ramadan, dont pray alonepray with your community!
Brothers and sisters will be assigned mentors at our masjid to guide and uplift each other in this blessed month. Lets build stronger bonds, embrace the beauty of Taraweeh, and grow together in faith!
CONVERT CONNECTION
INTERFAITH EFFORTS
Interweaving Sacred Prayers Collaborative
Community Weaving Project
Dates:
Wednesday, April 2, 6-8 PM
Saturday, April 26, 2-4 PM
Thursday, April 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
Contact Person: [email protected]
AAIC Hunger Walk
Dates: Sunday, May 4th, 2 PM
Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron, 3300 Morewood Rd, Fairlawn, OH 44333
Donation Link: https://secure.fundhero.com/aaic/hungerwalk
NEW MEDIA CONTENT
The Recipe for Tawba - Click to watch!
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Saffron Kingdom Trailer
Based on true events, Saffron Kingdom is a Kashmiri American film that explores the crisis in Kashmir, following the journey of a family from Srinagar in the 1990s to Atlanta in 2019.
COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING
Hope & Healing: Voices of Gazas Children
Northeast Ohio Community Ramadan Iftar
Date: Saturday, March 8th, 5 PM
Location: La Villa Conference & Banquet Center, 11500 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44130
Cost:
Table for 10: $550
Adult: $50
Student: $30
Children 12 and Under: $20
Registration Link: https://healpalestine.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/healpalestine/eventRegistration.jsp?event=44&
PCRF Annual Ramadan Iftar
Date: Sunday, March 23rd, 6 PM
Location: La Villa Conference & Banquet Center, 11500 Brookpark Rd, Cleveland, OH 44130
Tickets:
Adult - $50
Children (10 and under) - $20
Table of 10: $500
Registration Link: https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/pcrf1/eventRegistration.jsp?event=2330&
Palestine Culture Night
SJP Akron
Date: Friday, April 11th, 6-10 PM
Location: Akron Public Library, 60 S High St, Akron, OH 44326
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:
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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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