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!

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

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:

• 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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