American Muslims
Confronting a century-old act of racism
September 4, 1907, was a dark day of racial intolerance in the city of Bellingham, Washington. Now, the town is reckoning with its past.
Muslim student associations create cultural ties in the U.S.
The Muslim Students Association of the U.S. & Canada helps bring students together on U.S. and Canadian university campuses. Learn more here.
Zahid Quraishi, a son of immigrants, confirmed as first Muslim federal...
Zahid Quraishi was recently confirmed as America's first Muslim to serve as a federal judge. Learn more about this son of Pakistani immigrants.
Teen sisters donate books that give voice to Muslim girls
Mena and Zena Nasiri started a nongovernmental organization to donate books featuring strong Muslim women to schools — and the movement quickly grew.
Muslim stars are rising on American stages and screens
Muslim actors, directors, singers and comedians are representing their experiences more authentically in Hollywood and on Broadway. Learn more here.
American Muslims can depend on halal food
For Ramadan, learn about two American organizations that review and certify various goods to ensure they are halal, meaning they comply with Islamic law.
Muslim Americans observe Ramadan at home
The new coronavirus pandemic has caused American Muslims to keep their traditional Ramadan observances close to home. See how they are coping.
American Muslims fight COVID-19 with Ramadan’s spirit of giving
U.S. Muslims are helping others during the COVID-19 pandemic. See how the Islamic holy month of Ramadan is motivating their contributions.
U.S. Christians, Jews and Muslims pioneer multifaith project
In the unique Tri-Faith Initiative, Christian, Muslim and Jewish leaders have located their congregations on the same campus.