FROM FEAR TO FREEDOM
FIGHTING
ISLAMOPHOBIA
APRIL 13, 2016
PROGRAM 7-9PM
NATIONAL UNDERGROUND
RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER
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WHAT IS ISLAMOPHOBIA?
An exaggerated fear, hatred and hostility toward Islam and Muslims that is perpetuated by negative stereotypes
resulting in bias, discrimination and the marginalization and exclusion of Muslims from social, political and civic life.
Islamophobia existed before the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, but it has increased in frequency and
notoriety throughout the past decade. Through various research vehicles and global polling efforts, Gallup has
collected a wealth of data detailing public opinion about various aspects of respect, treatment and tolerance
relative to Muslims worldwide. Moderated by Dr. James Buchanan with the Edward B. Brueggeman Center
for Dialogue at Xavier University, this community conversation will explore the fear and prejudice against
the religion of Islam while working to shape a more inclusive society.
PANELISTS INCLUDE:
Dr. Amina Darwish, University of Cincinnati
Dr. Anas B. Malik, Xavier University
Dr. Baher Foad, Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati
Imam Ilyas Nashid, Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati
Dr. Saba Chughtai, Muslim Mothers Against Violence
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