If you are interested in joining our small Qur'an study, please reach out to us at haqcollective@gmail.com!

We practice recitation of a personally selected Qur'anic goal, and all skill levels are welcome!

This panel is the first part in a Queer Muslim Relationship series HAQ is holding. This series will be focusing on different aspects we, as Queer Muslims, face while forming and maintaining relationships. There will be themes for each discussion. For our Mother's Day panel, we will be focusing on Queer Muslim families, and what it looks like to raise a child as a Queer Muslim in different types of relationships, including interfaith ones.

COVID SAFETY: Masks are required for this event (K/N95 or better). Masks (KN95) will be available for attendees, but we encourage you to bring your own! We will have rapid tests available on-site for individuals to utilise if they would like to be certain of their status. Children under the age of 12 will be present. Please practice social distancing when possible. If you are wanting to join virtually, this option will be available.
A Zoom link will be shared an hour before the gathering to those who indicated they do not wish to join in person, but want to join virtually.

🚨🚨🚨 POP-UP ALERT 🚨🚨🚨
Join Marcelle and Jinan as we prepare and serve recipes from our dear friend and chef from Gaza, Ahmad.
Ahmad had landed his dream job at one of the best restaurants in Gaza on October 5th. Unfortunately, two days later, he lost his job due to occupational aggression on Gaza. After that, Ahmad and his family cooked for the displaced people in their area of Rafah using whatever supplies they could find.
During Ramadan, Ahmad started creating and sharing recipes online that used creative ingredients to replicate traditional Palestinian food. His vision is remarkable, and he has inspired people all over the world with his resilience.
Last week, Ahmad and his family left Gaza to Egypt amongst the threats of a ground invasion. He is starting over in a new country and needs help with rent so that he can rebuild his dream of being a chef.Join us for this incredible meal on May 8th at D Light Cafe. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to Ahmad's fund. You can also help him directly by reaching out to him.

Deployed through legislation, the media, and even in academic settings, the weaponized charge of antisemitism now constitutes the frontline of efforts to stifle criticism of Isr*el’s genocidal campaign and those who enable it. Panelists discuss related risks, harms, and limitations.

Join Jadaliyya at 2:30 PM for a critical conversation with speakers Raz Segal, Shira Robinson, and Adam Horowitz moderated by Bassam Haddad and Asli Bali on the dangers, harm, and limitations of Israel and its allies weaponizing Antisemitism, notably within academic institutions. Live on X and YouTube (Channel: Jadaliyya).

The Museum of the Palestinian People is proud to present "Voices from Gaza," a powerful live performance that underscores the resilience and enduring struggle of Palestinians. There will be two showings at the Sitar Arts Center.

"Voices from Gaza" features testimonies from Gaza from 2010 to 2024. 

In 2010, the Ashtar Theater in Gaza collaborated with children across Gaza to share their stories from Israel’s 2008-2009 aggression on Gaza. These testimonies, eerily relevant today, offer a glimpse into the ongoing struggles faced by Palestinians in Gaza. 

In addition to the original testimonies, the cast will share recent testimonies from Palestinians in Gaza over the last six months. 

All narratives are performed by Palestinians local to the DC area, each who has offered their love to share these stories with us. 

Don't miss this opportunity to witness testimonies spanning the Palestinian experience.

If you are interested in joining our small Qur'an study, please reach out to us at haqcollective@gmail.com!

We practice recitation of a personally selected Qur'anic goal, and all skill levels are welcome!

Join Muslim Counterpublics Lab for a virtual panel, "Shattering Justice and Re-Making the Muslim Threat: Legacies of the War on Terror," at 7 PM EST. ASL and CART provided.

As we watch the United States continue its violence on universities and campuses across the nation against students demanding that their schools divest from Isr*el, we're simultaneously witnessing its support of genocide of Palestinians. While it tries to brush its past violence under the rug, we have to refuse these attempts. This is why we invite you to attend.

Join Jadaliyya as they converse with heroic students of the encampments on May 2, 2024 at 1:30pm. Student protests against the genocide in Gaza have engulfed campuses across the United States. We address the demands of the students, the world they imagine, and the broader context within which encampments are constructed and dismantled. In conversation with Bassam Haddad. To join in Jadaliyya’s next episode, contact them.

Join the Museum for the Palestinian People for a free virtual screening on zoom.

Jerusalem Story tells the story of a unique city through a new lens—that of the city’s large and diverse indigenous Palestinian community.

This community has deep historic roots in Jerusalem and holds the strongest attachment to and love for their city. Yet, they have been subjected to unrelenting efforts to erase their presence in, and potential claim to, the city—past, present, and future—in the service of cementing Israel’s imperative of claiming sole sovereignty in perpetuity over a “united Jewish Jerusalem.” Against this ongoing effort to erase the Palestinian cultural and community history as well as severing connection to place, Jerusalem Story is reasserting the Palestinian presence.

If you are interested in joining our small Qur'an study, please reach out to us at haqcollective@gmail.com!

We practice recitation of a personally selected Qur'anic goal, and all skill levels are welcome!

WHEN: Although initially we had planned for the picnic to take place on April 13, due to unforeseen circumstances, we must postpone the Eid al Fitr Picnic until Sunday, April 21, 2024. It will take place at 2:00 pm EST.

COVID SAFETY: We will have rapid tests available on-site for individuals to utilise if they would like to be certain of their status. There will be children under 12 (unvaccinated) present! Please wear masks (masks will also be available) and practice social distancing. Please only remove masks to eat, drink, or smoke, and do your best to do these activities distanced from one another. If you are wanting to join virtually, this option will be available; please indicate you will need the zoom link in your email.

Arabs For Black Power meets Monday, April 15 at 8:00pm EST! If you are interested in joining, the reading is Me and White Supremacy, by Layla F. Saad. 

DM Karin to get more involved and receive the Zoom link for the discussion. The first 30 minutes of the meeting will be dedicated to listening to the book on audio, so even if you don't have the book/don't like reading from pdfs, you can join!

If you are interested in joining our small Qur'an study, please reach out to us at haqcollective@gmail.com!

We practice recitation of a personally selected Qur'anic goal, and all skill levels are welcome!

This year, for Ramadhan, we are piloting a jum3a program we are very excited about! Jum3a begins at 12pm EST and there will be an in-person prayer, but also an option for folks to zoom in. Iftars are the same evenings as jum3a, but will be in separate locations at begin at 7pm EST. Both jum3a and iftars will last roughly an hour. When signing up, please indicate which events you are going to attend, as the locations will be changing.

As always, this space is for sharing and healing, and we encourage you to attend to be in community with other queer Muslims. We want to be mindful and hold space for any heavy feelings without judgement. Be mindful of the space you need, as well as the space you may not need.

If you are interested in joining our small Qur'an study, please reach out to us at haqcollective@gmail.com!

We practice recitation of a personally selected Qur'anic goal, and all skill levels are welcome!

During Ramadhan, these also double as virtual-only iftars!

Join Muslim Counterpublics Lab this Saturday, March 30th at 7pm for a potluck iftar!

We'll have good food, community, and a special music performance by Wayta DC.

Join thousands across the world to march with Palestine for land and liberation!

Land Day (يوم الأرض) is rooted in Palestinian resistance against settler colonialism and affirms the right of return for all Palestinians to their sovereign homeland. It commemorates the uprising on March 30, 1976, when Palestinians organized strikes and protested against the theft of tens of thousands of dunams of Palestinian land by the zionist entity. In response, zionist occupation forces shot and killed 6 Palestinians, and injured hundreds.

March 30 also marks the 6 year anniversary of the beginning of the Great March of Return, where thousands of Palestinians in Gaza marched along the illegal border that separates them from the rest of Palestine. Once again, the occupation forces retaliated by brutally murdering over 230 Palestinians and injuring over 36,000.

This year, Land Day reminds us of the Palestinian people’s commitment to defend their land from the destruction, appropriation, and colonization of the zionist settler-colonial project. On March 30, we will rise together to honor our land, martyrs, prisoners, and our people’s will to resist and continue the struggle against settler colonialism and occupation.

**There will be dates, water, and light iftar for those fasting**

**ASL Interpreter will be present**

THIS SATURDAY • WASHINGTON DC • QUEER BLOC

On Saturday (3/30), meet us at 3:30 at the corner of 20th and Q st NW for the Land Day march. We will be marching by 4pm.

Please wear a mask (we’ll have extras) so we can keep each other safe from COVID and surveillance. Bring your queers for Palestine signage! We will have water and snacks. Please note that this march will run past sunset. As such, we will have dates and snacks for folks breaking fast for Ramadan.

This Land Day may we stay clear in our commitment for freedom for Palestinians from the river to the sea. May we honor all of the martyrs, prisoners and Palestinians in Gaza and diaspora fighting to defend their land and their right to exist every day.

JOIN PALESTINIAN FEMINIST COLLECTIVE MARCH 30:

Each year, on March 30th, the Palestinian people observe Land Day, marking the events of 1976 when Palestinians in the lands occupied in 1948 staged a general strike and orchestrated large-scale demonstrations to denounce the zionist state’s theft and occupation of Palestinian lands. March 30th, 1976 culminated in the martyrdom of six Palestinians at the hands of zionist police forces. We remember today the freedom fighters and martyrs dedicated to the liberation of our land and people, and we honor them in our commitment to learn from their lives and legacies as we continue to struggle for the liberation of our homeland. Palestinian land is a source of life, love, and steadfastness against zionist settler-colonialism, genocide, and dispossession.

In the continuous genocidal seizure of land, bodies, hearts, and dreams, how do we envision Healing through land-based practices? How do we re-establish our connection to the land and engage in the revival of our traditional wellness methods, supported by resources to relearn and reclaim them?

This year, for Ramadhan, we are piloting a jum3a program we are very excited about! Jum3a begins at 12pm EST and there will be an in-person prayer, but also an option for folks to zoom in. Iftars are the same evenings as jum3a, but will be in separate locations at begin at 7pm EST. Both jum3a and iftars will last roughly an hour. When signing up, please indicate which events you are going to attend, as the locations will be changing.

As always, this space is for sharing and healing, and we encourage you to attend to be in community with other queer Muslims. We want to be mindful and hold space for any heavy feelings without judgement. Be mindful of the space you need, as well as the space you may not need.

We keep us safe, online and in the streets! Join 18 Million Rising for Digital Security 101 for activists and organizers. This introductory training will teach you the basics of staying protected while fighting for justice and liberation.

From right-wing doxxing to high-tech police surveillance, our communities are under attack. But we can keep ourselves and our movements safe through digital security. Together, we’ll cover tips and tools to protect your devices, accounts, personal data, and communications. Live Captioning provided.

Step into a vibrant weekly community where we come together to honor the diverse arts and cultural legacy of Palestine. Our welcoming space is not just an exploration of Palestinian heritage; it's a celebration of resilience and creativity. Embracing a queer-friendly atmosphere, our events are open to everyone who supports the Palestinian cause, aiming to cultivate meaningful dialogue, understanding, and connections. Join us on this empowering journey of appreciation and collaboration, where the rich tapestry of Palestinian culture takes center stage. These weekly meetings will take place throughout February and March.

Join Muslim Counterpublics Lab for an iftar for delicious food, community, and interactive activities to collectively dream about a world without state violence! 

When:
Sunday, March 24th

Schedule:
EXHIBIT EXPLORATION & OPENING - 6:30PM EST
IFTAR + SALAH - 7:30PM EST
PROGRAM + DESSERT + TEA - 8:30PM EST

Where:
Friends Meeting House
2111 Decatur Pl NW
Washington, DC 20008
(tickets; early bird tickets start at $25; $35 after March 17)

This year, for Ramadhan, we are piloting a jum3a program we are very excited about! Jum3a begins at 12pm EST and there will be an in-person prayer, but also an option for folks to zoom in. Iftars are the same evenings as jum3a, but will be in separate locations at begin at 7pm EST. Both jum3a and iftars will last roughly an hour. When signing up, please indicate which events you are going to attend, as the locations will be changing.

As always, this space is for sharing and healing, and we encourage you to attend to be in community with other queer Muslims. We want to be mindful and hold space for any heavy feelings without judgement. Be mindful of the space you need, as well as the space you may not need.

Join The Claudia Jones School as one of their organizing directors engages in conversation with Nadia Alahmed on the question of Black & Palestinian Liberation at Sankofa DC.

The campaign for a ceasefire resolution in the DC Council will also be discussed.

Step into a vibrant weekly community where we come together to honor the diverse arts and cultural legacy of Palestine. Our welcoming space is not just an exploration of Palestinian heritage; it's a celebration of resilience and creativity. Embracing a queer-friendly atmosphere, our events are open to everyone who supports the Palestinian cause, aiming to cultivate meaningful dialogue, understanding, and connections. Join us on this empowering journey of appreciation and collaboration, where the rich tapestry of Palestinian culture takes center stage. These weekly meetings will take place throughout February and March.

Please join Zeytoun GU SWANA Alliance on Tuesday, March 19 for a community iftar.

All are welcome to come connect with fellow activists and build solidarity on campus.

RSVP for location and to sign up to bring a pork-free dish!

The Green Zone (2226 18th St NW) is hosting its 4th annual Palestinian Iftar.
Jinan will be donating a portion of profits from this event to @aneraorg, an organization doing incredible work on the ground despite the challenges of aid getting into the area. Feel free to donate directly to ANERA as well.
Please remember the people of Gaza and Palestine. Take action every day, and do what you can to raise their voice.

There will be two times, 5pm and 7pm EST. Jinan asks that people be considerate of fasting guests when booking, allowing fasting guests to take the 7pm slots.

If you are interested in joining our small Qur'an study, please reach out to us at haqcollective@gmail.com!

We practice recitation of a personally selected Qur'anic goal, and all skill levels are welcome!

During Ramadhan, these also double as virtual-only iftars!