CAIR - Greater Los Angeles

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently sent a letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom raising unsubstantiated allegations about CAIR California’s management of federal funds for Afghan refugee assistance programs. HHS Secretary Kennedy then amplified this letter on social media, without investigating its claims or providing evidence of wrongdoing, and included baseless attacks on CAIR National, CAIR-CA, and CAIR Washington.

CAIR has been the frequent target of dishonest conspiracy theories and untrustworthy campaigns attempting to undermine our work as part of a broader attack on Muslim-serving organizations—especially those who publicly support Palestinian human rights.

These latest attacks on our civil rights work are provably false. Our partnership with the State to provide legal services and resettlement support to Afghan refugee families is well-documented, fully accountable, and something we are proud of. Politically motivated attacks do not change that, and we will not be intimidated by transparent attempts to defame Muslim-serving organizations.

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06/15/2026

Join CAIR-LA and the Muslim Bar Association of Southern California on Thursday, June 18, for a virtual training for attorneys on preparing and supporting clients during interactions with ICE and the FBI.

This webinar will cover important topics, including ICE enforcement practices, emergency preparedness planning, post-detention support strategies, and more.

Register here: bit.ly/attorney-training

📅 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 5–6 p.m. PT
📍 Zoom

06/12/2026

This Friday, June 12, CAIR-LA Executive Director Hussam Ayloush will give the khutbah at Masjid As-Sabireen, Imam Saheb Ashrafi will give the khutbah at Masjid Al-Hedayah, and CAIR-LA Board Vice President Bilal Zaheen will give the khutbah at Dar Ul Taqwa. Plus, CAIR-LA staff will be tabling at the masajid—stop by to say "Salaam" to our team and learn more about our work. We hope to see you there!

06/11/2026

Join us to learn traditional Palestinian embroidery with Badan Collective and hear updates on CAIR-LA's Palestine advocacy. We're offering both beginner- and advanced-level workshops—everyone is welcome!

During this hands-on, interactive workshop led by Badan Collective founder Bayan Fares, we will dive into the history of Palestinian textiles and learn the mechanics of cross-stitching. At the end of the workshop, students will get to take home their finished piece!

The cost of your ticket includes event registration for either the beginner- or advanced-level class and an embroidery kit. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase at both events.

Register here: bit.ly/tatreez-workshop

Advanced-Level Class
📅 Friday, June 12
⏰ 6–9 p.m.
📍 Barakah Cafe (9752 13th St., Garden Grove)

Beginner-Level Class
📅 Sunday, June 14
⏰ 2–5 p.m.
📍Jackson Market (4065 Jackson Ave, Culver City)

06/09/2026

About 126 lawmakers signed on to a letter Monday condemning the recently established, bicameral so-called "Sharia-Free America Caucus" – saying the xenophobic group and its proposed legislation "reflects longstanding Islamophobic narratives and anti-Muslim sentiment rather than any demonstrated policy need."

The lawmakers and civil rights activists said the "hateful caucus" – in which some members have described Muslims in dehumanizing terms – promotes measures that discriminate against the Muslim community and would violate their free speech and religious rights.

Whether it's immigration, government spending, or attacks on dissent, we're going to hold those in power accountable. Membership helps us keep asking difficult questions and following the answers wherever they lead.

06/08/2026

“At a time when we see the rise in hate and ignorance, the only way we can respond to it is through education, through embracing, allowing people to know each other and appreciate each other.”

On Saturday, June 6, CAIR-LA and the Indonesian Consulate in LA hosted the second annual Global Muslim Village.

The event brought together more than 1,200 community members, dignitaries, consulate representatives, and vendors to celebrate the rich diversity of the Muslim community.