dr. jackson issues a challenge

Dr. Sherman Jackson, Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies at University of Michigan and author of several pioneering books, including “Islam and the Problem of Black Suffering,” has issued a challenge for supporters of IMAN (the Inner-City Muslim Action Network based in Chicago) in these final days of Ramadan. In a generous commitment, Dr. Jackson has agreed to match, dollar for dollar, all donations received online until the end of our Heal the ‘Hood campaign. Read more about the challenge here.

marlon unas esguerra

I've previously mentioned Anida Yeou Esguerra on Planet Grenada (see the day after and anida esguerra. And also check out atomicshotgun.com). Here is a spoken word piece, "Morning Papers" from Marlon Unas Esguerra on Def Poetry Jam. I don't know about specific theologies but it is my understanding that both identify as Asian American and Muslim spoken word artists.



e-poets: Marlon Esguerra
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takin' it to the streets

The poster is actually a bit old. Takin' It to the Streets is only 2 weeks away rather than 3. It will take place Sunday, June 24th at Marquette Park. I was at the first one way back in the day. Now they are on number 6, mashaAllah. Lupe Fiasco will be performing. I'm not sure who else is on the roster, but in the past the event has been able to bring together an amazing collection of Muslim speakers, performers, and community service providers. For more information, check out the IMAN (Inner-City Muslim Action Network) webpage. If you will be in the Chicago area, they are still looking for volunteers to help out.