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An Urgent Message on the Memphis National Guard Deployment
The deployment of the Tennessee National Guard to Memphis is a politically motivated move that risks militarizing our neighborhoods and eroding trust.
The Memphis City Council is leading the resistance with a powerful resolution to urge Governor Bill Lee to reject this proposal. They will vote on the resolution on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Your presence and voice at this me

AMAC
Sep 192 min read


WZTV Nashville - Nearly half of Muslim students in Tennessee report faith-based bullying, new report claims
https://fox17.com/news/local/nearly-half-of-muslim-students-in-tennessee-report-faith-based-bullying-new-report-claims-back-to-school-goo...

AMAC
Sep 101 min read


Campus Safety Mag - Faith-Based Bullying: A Disturbing Reality for Tennessee’s Muslim Students
A new study conducted by the American Muslim Advisory Council (AMAC) has found that nearly half of Muslim students in Tennessee schools are experiencing faith-based bullying. This alarming statistic highlights a growing concern

AMAC
Sep 101 min read


The Tennessean - Muslim students face bullying and try to hide their religious identity, AMAC survey finds
Muslim students face bullying in Tennessee schools, AMAC survey finds

AMAC
Sep 91 min read


Celebrating Civic Engagement at Immigrant Voter Poll Party in Memphis
Celebrating community and civic power! AMAC’s Immigrant Poll Party brought diversity, fun, and a sense of empowerment to Gaisman Park. 🗳️🎉

AMAC
Oct 22, 20241 min read


In one year, Palestinian-American Tennesseans have lost hundreds of family members
https://tennesseelookout.com/2024/10/14/in-one-year-palestinian-american-tennesseans-have-lost-hundreds-of-family-members/

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Oct 14, 20241 min read



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Aug 19, 20240 min read


Tennessean: Tennessee offers driver tests in only five languages. This group is trying to change that
https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/local/2024/08/15/tennessee-drivers-tests-group-files-federal-complaint-more-languages/74801879007/?...

AMAC
Aug 19, 20241 min read



AMAC
Aug 1, 20240 min read


Jewish/Muslim Op-Ed on Palestine
Our fates on this planet are truly bound up together - from Nashville to Gaza City - and we cannot be free, we cannot be safe, while...
i27293
Jul 20, 20242 min read


Islamophobe on Textbook Commission
AMAC, along with over 500 allies, sends a letter to Speaker Sexton to rescind his appointment of Laurie Cardoza Moore to the Textbook...
i27293
Dec 22, 20202 min read


#Muslim Vote Day
AMAC partnered with Vote Early TN to encourage Muslims across Tennessee to go out and early vote with #Muslim Vote Day on October 23. We...
i27293
Oct 29, 20201 min read


Athlete Disqualified for Wearing Hijab
A Muslim athlete was disqualified from her high school volleyball match for wearing a hijab By Alaa Elassar, CNN Updated 6:39 PM ET, Sun...
i27293
Oct 8, 20201 min read


Muslims Helping Neighbors
Antioch mosque gives away more than 500 food boxes to community Carmel Kookogey Nashville Tennessean More than 500 people picked up free...
i27293
Oct 8, 20201 min read


Islamophobic Ad in the Local Newspaper
AMAC Brings the Community Together Against Islamophobia and Holds The Tennessean Accountable
i27293
Jul 22, 20202 min read


#VoteTogether Party Brings Voters out for Nashville Municipal Elections
On Saturday, July 27, 2019, on the last day of early voting in Nashville, AMAC held a #VoteTogether Party at Casa Azafran. Close to 200...
i27293
Aug 12, 20191 min read


Nashville Muslims Meet Mayoral and City Council Candidates
The Muslim community in Nashville had two opportunities to hear from the candidates and talk with them at AMAC’s Meet the Candidates at...
i27293
Jun 28, 20191 min read


AMAC 2019 Muslim Community Day and Banquet
On May 3rd, Middle Tennessee community leaders came together to celebrate the out community. Vice-Mayor Jim Shulman and Councilman...
i27293
Jun 6, 20191 min read


Muslim Day on the Hill: Advocacy in Tennessee
On March 27, around 50 Muslims spent the day at the Tennessee State Legislature advocating on issues they care about including sensible...
i27293
Apr 3, 20191 min read


Muslims Learn How to Improve their Civic Health
On March 22, Middle Tennessee Muslims came together to learn about the importance of civic engagement and listen to local officials about...
i27293
Apr 3, 20191 min read
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