3rd Annual Muslim Unity Conference

Watch the recording on Facebook or Youtube. This year’s conference included mini-speeches by scholars from various schools of thought, nasheeds, and an interactive panel discussion with Q&A from the audience. This year’s theme was how to foster love among each other, and foster love of Allah, Prophet Muhammad PBUH, his family and companions, and Islam.…

Fresh Produce Distribution

Fresh Produce Distribution 35,000 Lbs of Fresh Produce Distributed   Thanks to Zakat Foundation for providing 35,000 lbs of fresh produce to East Oakland and surrounding communities.  We had almost 100 volunteers that came out and distributed 1600 boxes in 2 hours! The Fresh Produce Distribution took place on Saturday, June 20, at Masjidul Waritheen,…

Statement on Reopening of Mosques

Click here for NCIC Guidelines for Reopening Masjids. On Monday, May 25, 2020, the State of California issued new guidelines for reopening houses of worship and religious institutions.  Northern California Islamic Council welcomes the State’s new guidelines and will work proactively with city and county public health officials toward opening Bay Area mosques for prayers…

Threads of Resistance

Threads of Resistance Bay Area Muslims Sewing Masks for Healthcare Workers UPDATE as on May 3:  2,715 masks were made and delivered so far. Calling all who can sew or pick up/drop off masks! Calling all aunties and grandmas! Calling all young adults! In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals are running out of…

COVID-19 Community Resources

Resources from CAIR: As as a direct response to those who are most impacted by the Coronavirus, CAIR-SFBA’s legal team is expanding services to include advice, guidance, and referrals on the following: •    Housing Issues & Evictions•    Stimulus Payments•    Unemployment Benefits If you have questions regarding the listed topics, please contact CAIR-SFBA at 408.986.9874 or bit.ly/cairsfbareport. CAIR-SFBA also…