Salaam,
Please join us in congratulating two of our Executive Directors on their amazing accomplishments: New York Metro ED Heba Khalil was awarded as one of Arab America Foundation's 40 Under 40 and Pennsylvania ED Salima Suswell was sworn into Governor Shapiro's Advisory Commission on Women. We are so proud of them for these well-deserved achievements!
Check out just a few of the outstanding updates from the past few weeks: |
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Emgage Florida was pleased to host a Small Business Roundtable with Farooq Mitha, Director of the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs. This event brought together business owners, community members, and coalition partners to discuss the future of economic prosperity in Florida.
- The Florida team also hosted a community conversation with Rep. Marie Woodson and Broward County Supervisor of Elections Joe Scott.
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Emgage Michigan attended Governor Whitmer's budget signing ceremony. This budget will increase funding for education, housing, and workforce training and make historic investments in climate, clean energy, and water infrastructure.
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The Michigan team also welcomed two new Chapter Advisory Committee members: Akram Aldilaimi and Nada Ammoun.
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Emgage New York Metro co-sponsored the 5th Annual Halal Guide Food Festival! It was a great day filled with delicious halal meals, live performances, vendors, and more.
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Our Emgage Pennsylvania team hosted a successful house party for supporters and community members to connect with elected officials and change-makers.
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Don't miss our new video series: Salima's 60 Seconds of Civic Engagement! Join us every other week for insight into civic education, local and national politics, and information on how you can make changes in your community.
We have job opportunities available: |
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Emgage is seeking an experienced, mission-driven professional to support our development operation as a development associate. Learn more and apply here.
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Emgage is also seeking a development intern. Are you interested in mission-based fundraising? This job may be for you! Click here to learn more and apply.
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Emgage Michigan is seeking a program associate who will support our organizing operations by building a strategic development infrastructure with the development manager. Apply here.
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Emgage Michigan is also seeking a community organizer to grow Black Muslim American voter turnout and mobilize on key policy initiatives in coordination with Emgage’s African American Community Engagement efforts. Apply here.
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Make sure not to miss these upcoming events: |
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Aug. 14-18: 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions. CEO Wa’el Alzayat will be speaking on the role of faith-based communities in combatting authoritarianism. You can get 50% off at checkout with code EMGAGE50! RSVP today.
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Aug. 25: Our Emgage Pennsylvania Executive Director, Salima Suswell, will be speaking on Community Service through Civic Engagement at Masjidullah for a Cool Beans session from 7-9 PM.
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Sept. 8: Join Emgage Texas from 4:30-8:30 PM at Houston's Chinese Community Center for the inaugural American Mosaic Festival! Come through for an artist market, cultural displays, civic education, performances, raffles, giveaways, food, and more. This family event is free and open to the public.
- Oct. 15: Join Emgage Texas for their 2023 Houston Election Candidate Forum! This is a great opportunity to connect with candidates on issues most important to you and your community. Stay tuned for more information.
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And, check out these articles featuring our staff members, and statements by our team: |
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| Sincerely, Wa'el Alzayat CEO, Emgage Action |
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