Our Workshops
What is Islam? Who are Muslims in America? We shed light on these and other questions about our faith and community through diversity education workshops in schools, agencies, and companies in New York City and around the world.
Understanding Islam & the Muslim American Experience
An introduction to our faith, communities, and the breadth of Muslim American life — designed for educators, partners, and public officials.
Deep Dive: Islamophobia
A closer look at stereotypes, systemic bias, and the impact of Islamophobia on Muslim New Yorkers — paired with tools to counter it.
Building Relationships with Muslim Communities
Practical guidance for schools, agencies, and organizations serving or partnering with Muslim communities across NYC.
Our Workshops Aim To:
- Inform and equip educators, parents, public officials, and students with the tools and resources to address the needs of the Muslim community.
- Help break stereotypes and discrimination against Muslims.
- Facilitate community building between sects, racial, and ethnic groups — including our Sunni – Shia dialogues.
- Increase awareness of Muslims — such as through workshops on the role of African American Muslims in the history of the United States — and foster a better understanding of the mosaic that is our society.
Deepening Understanding Through Education
MCN's Education & Advocacy program works to deepen understanding of Muslims and help build inclusive communities. Through diversity education workshops conducted at schools, agencies, companies, and organizations throughout NYC, we address questions about Islam and American Muslims while reducing stereotypes.
Diversity Education Workshops
Interactive sessions for schools, agencies, and organizations across NYC
Religious Literacy Programs
Building cultural competency and interfaith understanding
Policy Advocacy
Advocating for religious diversity in NYC public school curricula
after workshops
Education & Advocacy
Education to deepen understanding of Muslims, and advocacy of our needs to build inclusive communities — through diversity education workshops, civic education, and policy advocacy across New York City.
Who We Serve
MCN's education and training programs are available to a wide range of institutions and organizations throughout New York City and nationally.
Public & Charter Schools
Nonprofits & Faith-Based Orgs
Clinics & Hospitals
City Agencies & Businesses
Community Centers
After-School Programs
Libraries
Private Schools
NYC Council Adopts Resolution 95
MCN was instrumental in advocating for this landmark resolution advancing religious diversity education in NYC public schools — a transformative moment for our city.
Religious Diversity Curriculum
Calls for comprehensive religious diversity education at all grade levels in NYC public schools.
Anti-Bullying Training
Urges anti-bullying training for all staff, administration, and educators in the NYC school system.
Hate Crime Reporting
Improves hate crime reporting mechanisms with support from a multi-faith coalition of 34+ organizations.
Workshops, Trainings & Community
Moments from our diversity education and civic education programs across New York City.
Civic Education & Empowerment
How do we deal with the specific issues Muslims face today? Our civic education trainings equip the Muslim community with the resources and tools to actively take part in civil society — including voter education, civic advocacy, self-defense workshops, and arts & culture programming.
We also advocate on behalf of our community on issues ranging from ending family separation, ending the Muslim travel ban, and making city institutions more inclusive for Muslim Americans.
Our Impact in Numbers
MCN's education programs deliver measurable change in how communities understand and support Muslim and immigrant New Yorkers.
Book a Diversity Education Workshop
Bring MCN's interactive workshops to your school, organization, or agency. Together, we can build a more inclusive and understanding community. For more information, email us communityeducation@mcnny.org.