Stand Against Islamophobia Archives | Paths to Understanding

Meaningful Responses to Challenging Questions

Mar 31, 2021 | Be An Ally, Stand Against Islamophobia

I learned many things when I started working on a farm when I was in 6th grade. One of them was that it is a lot less work to keep the bucket of nails away from the edge of a table than to pick up all the nails once the bucket hits the ground. Once there, they can...

Islam Values are Not as Different as You May Think

Jul 1, 2020 | Blog, Countering Oppression of, Stand Against Islamophobia

Imam Adam Jamal of the Muslim Association of Puget Sound in Redmond, WA shares his overview and introduction to Islam. Adam will give an overview of the tradition that guides 1.7 billion people about loving God, the neighbor, and the earth. One of the Abrahamic...

How Art is at the Heart of Jewish and Islamic Traditions

Jul 1, 2020 | Blog, Stand Against Antisemitism, Stand Against Islamophobia

Amina and Rainer share their stories about how art became a crucial part of their lives and why art is such an important part of being human and forming human community. They discuss the sensibilities that help frame art in these traditions, especially about the human...

Wisdom from the Neighborhood – Rabbi Yohanna Kinberg and Imam Kaariye Abdirahman

Apr 20, 2020 | Paths to Understanding Podcast, Stand Against Antisemitism, Stand Against Islamophobia, Stories from the Paths to Understanding Community

During these disorienting days Rabbi Yohanna Kinberg, Imam Abdirahman Kaariye and Pastor Terry Kyllo will discuss how the Abrahamic Traditions can help us recognize and deal with anxiety, loss and finding hope for the future. We hope to see you there!

Facts Over Fear Campaign

Mar 13, 2020 | Facts Over Fear Campaign, Stand Against Islamophobia

Studies show that anti-Muslim statements by politicians rises dramatically in the months leading up to an election. Further, other studies show that violent language against groups multiplies support for political violence. The result is a more divided America and an...