CONNECTICUT MUSLIM HERITAGE MONTH
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The mission of the CT Muslim Heritage Month Coalition
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In fostering a community that celebrates and promotes the rich cultural heritage of Muslims in New Jersey.
Recent Activities
CAIR-CT Urges Travelers to Know Their Rights Ahead of Hajj and Summer Travel Season
(HARTFORD, CT, 5/7/2026) – As thousands of Muslims across the United States prepare to travel for Hajj, family visits, business trips, and summer vacations, the Connecticut chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-CT) is reminding community members to understand their constitutional rights while traveling through U.S. airports. In light of…
CAIR-CT Condemns Anti-Muslim Bullying and Assault of 12-Year-Old Student in Danbury School, Urges Immediate Passage of HB 5328
(HARTFORD, CT, 5/1/26) – The Connecticut chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-CT), a chapter of the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned the reported anti-Muslim bullying and physical assault of a 12-year-old Muslim student at a Danbury public school and called for urgent statewide action.…
CAIR-CT Welcomes Recognition of Eid al-Fitr in North Haven Public Schools as a District-Wide Holiday
(HARTFORD, CT, 4/20/26) — The Connecticut chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-CT), a chapter of the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the official recognition of Eid-ul-Fitr as a district-wide holiday by North Haven Public Schools, marking an important step toward inclusivity, equity, and respect for…
CAIR-CT Welcomes Bethel Board of Education’s Recognition of Eid al-Fitr as an Official School Holiday
(HARTFORD, CT – April 24, 2026) – The Connecticut chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-CT), a chapter of the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the Bethel Board of Education’s decision to officially recognize Eid al-Fitr as a school holiday. “Recognizing Eid al-Fitr is more…
CAIR-CT Condemns Anti-Jewish Social Media Posts Linked to Fairfield Prep, Calls for Urgent Action to Address Rising Hate in Schools
(HARTFORD, CT, 4/7/26) — The Connecticut chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-CT) today strongly condemned the recent anti-Jewish social media posts reportedly made by students associated with Fairfield College Preparatory School targeting members of the New Canaan High School hockey team ahead of the state championship game. SEE: Students…
Your Rights with Immigration and Customs Enforcement
According to a 2021 study by CAIR-CA, more than 50% of all respondents reported feeling unsafe, unwelcome, or uncomfortable at school because of their Muslim identity. In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month this October, CAIR is releasing the following...
CAIR Know Your Rights as a Student
According to a 2021 study by CAIR-CA, more than 50% of all respondents reported feeling unsafe, unwelcome, or uncomfortable at school because of their Muslim identity. In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month this October, CAIR is releasing the following...
CAIR-CT Know Your Rights as an Employee
CAIR is releasing guidance to U.S. employees who are impacted by their employer’s stance on the current violence inflicted on the Palestinian people in Gaza and the West Bank. As of October 18, the Palestinian Health Ministry reports that the number of Palestinians dead due to...
Your Rights as an Airline Passenger
Your Rights as an Airline Passenger As an airline passenger, you are entitled to courteous, respectful and non-stigmatizing treatment by airline and security personnel. It is illegal for law enforcement officials to perform any stops, searches, detentions, or removals based solely on your race, religion, national origin, sex, or ethnicity.…
Your Rights with Law Enforcement
Your Rights with Law Enforcement American Muslims strongly support law enforcement and the protection of our national security. As Americans, we also value civil rights. All Americans have the constitutional right to due process and to be politically active. If you know of any criminal activity taking place in your…
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