June 19, 2005

CAMP-Chicago is proud to introduce Chitown-Chaitime series: A forum to discuss various social, political and educational issues as well as books, poetry etc over a cup of coffee or chai.

The discussions are held every four to six weeks at various coffee shops, bookstores etc. If you are interested in moderating/discussing any topic, please let us know. The initial topic in the series is in regards to the American Muslim identity.

Chitown-Chaitime: Why do they hate us?

Host: Kamran A. Memon   A renowned Civil Rights Attorney of Muslim community.

Since Al-Qaeda’s devastating attack on 9/11 this was a question being asked by Americans of various faiths. Shortly after, it became a question being asked by Muslim Americans as well. What is driving anti-Muslim attitudes, discrimination and hate crimes across the U.S.? Do we have a role to play in improving our image in America, or are we simply helpless?

Join CAMP for a roundtable discussion about the causes of anti-Muslim hostility in America and what we as Muslim professionals can do about it. 

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP at chicago@campnet.net as soon as possible so that we can make proper arrangements.

When: 

Sunday, June 19th 2005, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Where: 

Downtown Islamic Center  231 S. State, between Adams and Jackson

Food:

CAMP will provide refreshments. If participants choose to go out for dinner post discussion, it will be paid for by the participant