The Muslim Communities Association in Southern Florida is the largest mosque in southern Florida. It was founded by Arab and Pakistani immigrants and today has worshippers from Iran, Turkey, Bosnia, Africa and South America. The organization supports Muslim communities and helps develop education and social outreach programs for them in the community. Abdul Hamid Samra is the imam and director of religious service.
Ricken Patel is founding President and Executive Director of Avaaz, “a global web movement to bring people-powered politics to decision-making everywhere.” Avaaz has more than 20 million subscribers and activists.
Professional network for journalists of Arab and Middle Eastern descent. Promotes accurate reporting about the Arab world and the Middle East, links journalists with sources, encourages youth of Arab and Middle Eastern descent to pursue journalism, and more.
Supports access to reliable news and information, especially in countries that struggle with press freedom issues. Works with local journalists, media organizations and media pioneers.
Independent, public, nonprofit organization with funding from the U.S. government and other sources. Promotes improved interpersonal and international relations and understanding among the United States, Asia and the Pacific through cooperative research, study and dialogue. Established by the U.S. Congress.