06/10/2026
From Preparedness to Partnership: A Week of Action for Connecticut’s Muslim Community
Over the past week, Connecticut’s Muslim community took important steps to strengthen both the safety and civic engagement of our mosques.
On June 6, more than a dozen representatives from mosques and Islamic centers across the state gathered for a statewide Mosque Security Seminar organized by CAIR-CT and hosted by the Abdul Karim Majid Islamic Center. Participants discussed security preparedness, emergency response planning, incident documentation, student safety, and strategies to build a culture of proactive security within our communities.
Just days later, on June 9, approximately 40 mosque leaders and Muslim representatives met with Governor Ned Lamont and Commissioner Ronnell Higgins at a mosque near Hartford to continue that conversation at the state level.
The meeting coincided with the Governor’s announcement of an additional $5 million investment in Connecticut’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program, funding that will help houses of worship improve security infrastructure and preparedness. Commissioner Higgins also committed to helping connect mosques with resources and technical assistance to better access available security grants.
The conversation extended beyond physical security. Community leaders raised concerns about anti-Muslim bias in schools, the need for equal protection when Muslims are targeted by hate incidents, and the importance of protecting the constitutional rights of students and community members who advocate for justice and human rights.
We are grateful to the many mosque leaders, community members, and public officials who participated. Protecting our communities requires more than cameras and locks—it requires engagement, partnership, and ensuring that Muslim voices are heard in the halls of power.
Together, we continue working toward a Connecticut where every community can worship, gather, and advocate without fear.
