The Challenges of Being Moslem in Post-9/11 America

"The Challenges of Being Moslem in Post-9/11 America"

On Saturday June 3rd, we will examine "The Challenges of Being Moslem in Post-9/11 America".

What is it like to be Moslem in the United States in the aftermath of September 11th?
How much is daily life affected by the media focus on Islam and by its depictions of Islam and Moslems?
Do Moslems encounter increased levels of prejudice and discrimination since the World Trade Center attacks?
What pressures do Moslems in the US experience from non-Moslems, and from within the Moslem community?

These and many other questions will be addressed in this fascinating discussion, led by Moghitha Al-Kibsi of the Middle Eastern/Muslim team of the Fairfax Falls Church Community Services Board.

This event will be held at the charming and romantic Fireplace Mansion in the heart of DC. As those of you who have visited before know, there are numerous balconies and several fireplaces at which to relax with old and new friends. The rooftop deck will be open for chatting while viewing its breathtaking panoramic views of DC! As always, we ask everyone to be prepared to reach out to newcomers and help make this an enjoyable evening for all.

Dinner

DCIC will provide halal food including a main dish, drinks and desserts, but it's our international potluck dishes that make our buffets special. Please consider bringing a main dish or a salad. We ask that you be sensitive to people from the Jewish and Moslem faiths and not bring dishes containing pork, ham or shellfish. We also encourage folks to make or bring some good vegetarian dishes and salads, for those guests who don't eat meat. We will not be serving wine or any other alcoholic drinks at this event, and we ask that out of respect for our Moslem members, guests do not bring their own alcoholic beverages either.

Schedule

Doors open at 7pm for socializing and fingerfoods.
Following the discussion, our potluck buffet and socializing run from approx. 9.30pm 'til late.

Getting There

Parking is available on N 1st Street and Adams Street. Metro pickup with DCIC sign in front of Union Station at 6:30 pm can be arranged, but anyone who wants a ride must call ahead to 703-475-8328.

Tickets

Tickets will be $15 at the door, or $12.50 in advance. Alternatively, you will be admitted free if you bring a dish serving five or more, but you must arrive by 7.15pm and reply to this Evite stating whether you'll bring a main dish, a vegetable dish or a salad.

Doors will open around 7pm. If you plan to attend, please reply to the Evite or buy your tickets in advance. Those who want to get free admission by contributing to the potluck dinner must reply to the Evite stating what type of dish they will bring, and must arrive no later than 7.30pm. Members who want to receive free admission in return for working one of the volunteer shifts must also reply to the Evite, and must arrange the volunteer shift in advance by emailing Tony at tony@dcinternational.org or calling 703-475-8328.

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