In the late 90s, sociologist and organizer Rami Nashashibi encountered Chicago communities facing poverty, gun violence and substandard housing. Rather than succumb to pessimism or despair, he founded the Inner-City Muslim Action Network to organize people to fight for community investment and dignified lives. Guest host Stephanie Wittels Wachs speaks with Rami about how both his upbringing and his Muslim faith shape his vision for social justice. Plus, Rami shares what it takes to build and sustain trust in an interfaith coalition.
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Resources from the show
- Follow the Inner-City Muslim Action Network’s initiatives in Chicago and Atlanta by visiting https://www.imancentral.org/
- Learn more about what the Marguerite Casey Foundation supports: https://www.caseygrants.org/
Learn more about today's guest:
- Follow Rami on Twitter @RamiNashashibi
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