IIC is proud to announce its first ever electronic fundraiser. This gives IIC supporters and fans the unique opportunity to be a part of something amazing. IIC is a fully accredited 501(c)3 non-profit organization, so all donations made are fully tax exempt. IIC provides receipts to all donors - so make sure you donate before the end of the tax year!

The work of the Islamic Information Center is funded 100% entirely through community donations, and without your support, we cannot continue with our efforts to help the Muslim community in general, and the world at large. Recently IIC had a Washington DC area fundraiser, but our work is not done.

November 20, 2009

The Islamic Information Center is proud to announce a grassroots campaign to support the masjids in the asset forfeiture case, entitled 'You Can't Seize My Faith', which will begin with a Unity Jummah program to be held next Friday, November 27th, 2009, from 12:00pm at the Islamic Education Center in Rockville, MD.

November 12, 2009

The Islamic Information Center is alarmed by recent reports that the Federal Government has begun the process of seizing mosques in the United States. Reports from this evening indicate that government agencies have begun the process of seizing mosques in New York, California, Texas, and Maryland.  At this time the mosques will remain open; however, IIC is concerned about the fate of these religious centers.

The Islamic Information Center will observe and monitor this issue to ensure that there is no breach of civil rights by the government.  In its first amendment, the United States Constitution declares: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."

November 12, 2009

Last week, the Islamic Information Center was one of the first organizations to report on the federal government's announcement  regarding the seizure of 4 religious mosques in the United States. To see the original Information Alert, please click here. Last night, the Islamic Information Center sponsored a Know Your Rights Conference Call. IIC invited the leaders of the four targeted masjids, as well as the respected leaders and scholars of other masjids, to participate in a discussion with community lawyers and other attorneys from Muslim Advocates (MA), on the legal rights of the masjids and what they can do to protect themselves from a legal perspective. Meeting notes from the conference call are available on IIC's blog .

November 12, 2009

The Islamic Information Center is alarmed by recent reports that the Federal Government has begun the process of seizing mosques in the United States. Reports from this evening indicate that government agencies have begun the process of seizing mosques in New York, California, Texas, and Maryland.  At this time the mosques will remain open; however, IIC is concerned about the fate of these religious centers. The Islamic Information Center will observe and monitor this issue to ensure that there is no breach of civil rights by the government.  In its first amendment, the United States Constitution declares:"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances." 

November 12, 2009

The Islamic Information Center is alarmed by recent reports that the Federal Government has begun the process of seizing mosques in the United States. Reports from this evening indicate that government agencies have begun the process of seizing mosques in New York, California, Texas, and Maryland.  At this time the mosques will remain open; however, IIC is concerned about the fate of these religious centers. 

Novemer 5, 2009

The Islamic Information Center, in conjunction with all the major Muslim organizations nationwide, strongly condemns the attack on U.S. Military Base Fort Hood in Texas that took place today. American Muslims stand with their fellow citizens in offering prayers for the victims, and sincere condolences to the families of those killed or injured.

While several news reports have cited one of the gunmen to be Army Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, IIC strongly emphasizes that this attack and its perpetrator are in no way representative of the Muslim people or the peace-loving religion of Islam.

Eleven people plus a gunman were dead and 31 wounded after the gunman opened fire Thursday on a soldier-processing center at Fort Hood, Texas, officials said. The gunman was a soldier, and two other soldiers have been detained as suspects, Army Lt. Gen. Bob Cone said.

Novemer 9, 2009

The Islamic Information Center reiterates its position on the attack on Fort Hood last week, specifically that it was completely against the teachings of Islam and the actions of alleged shooter Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, are in no way representative of the beliefs or actions of Muslims. Rather, the attack was both offensive and contrary to American Muslims, and Muslims around the world. To further explain how peace is an essential component of the Muslim belief, it is important to look at the holy text of Islam, the Holy Quran (sometimes spelt 'Koran').

November 4, 2009

This past weekend, the Islamic Information Center held a NY/NJ Chapter Meeting at the Muslim Foundation, Inc Islamic Center in New Jersey. Several dozen individuals attended this meeting, which served as IIC’s introduction to the Northern NJ community, last year IIC introduced itself to the New York City community with an event titled “Beyond the Elections“, which was held at the famous New York University.

October 18, 2009

The Islamic Information Center hosted a Private Scholars Reception on Tuesday October 13, 2009 in honor of a visit by Ayatollah Husain Hakim, who was visiting from the Holy Seminaries of Najaf, where he plays an important role in managing the Islamic Seminary or hawzah.

October 17, 2009

IIC's New York Area Chapter, which encompasses the New York City and New Jersey region, is proud to announce an event entitled "Using Political Initiatives to Advance the Community" to take place this weekend.

October 6, 2009

The Olympics were created twice. Once by the ancient greeks, in an attempt to worship the Greek gods on Olympus with competitions of physical sport, and again in the 20th century in an effort to unite the world. Over time however, the Olympics have become a hotly contested battle for revenue for particular cities in various countries. This is most evident in the recent votes on where the 2016 Olympics would take place. There were many frontrunners, and none more hotly contested than Chicago, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), and a few other cities in Europe and Asia.

October 6, 2009

Immigration reform? It’s about time. Immigrants, who are currently being held in detention centers across the country, may be moved to converted hotels and nursing homes, as part of the Obama administration’s plan to change the way the government holds people it seeks to deport. DHS Secretary, Janet Napolitano, stated that the initiative is in response to improving the current detention system, which is a result of the harsh policies set forth by the Bush administration.

September 30, 2009

Unless you’ve been hospitalized for the past 6 months or so, you must be aware of the healthcare reform debate going on in congress and around the nation. The “greatest country in the world” can’t seem to decide whether to insure everyone or not. The most significant news comes from the Senate floor where the public option amendments were shot down by the Senate Finance Committee.  This is as good a time as any for us all to take a step back and see what is best for this nation.

October 2, 2009

September 7, 2009

The Islamic Information Center is proud to announce its newest initiative: The National Month for Interfaith. For the past 7 years, IIC's Main Office has been conduction an Annual Interfaith ftar Dinner in the Washington DC area. Throughout the years, hundreds of churches, synagogues, temples, and other religious and social organizations have been invited to attend these Iftar Dinners with great success.

August 28, 2009

 The Islamic Information Center is proud to announce, that as a result of the American Leadership Initiative for Muslims that took place on the July 17th, 2009 weekend, two new IIC chapters are being opened! The chapters will be opened in the New York City and Miami, FL areas, and will encompass Muslim communities in New York and New Jersey, and in Miami, Florida! These chapters will help further the mission of the Islamic Information Center on a local a

August 26, 2009