Virginia Muslim Civic League

09/07/2026

Did you know that Virginians will be voting on three amendments to the state constitution this Election Day? Not only is control of Congress on the ballot, but so is reproductive freedom, marriage equality, and the restoration of voting rights.

Join us Saturday, 1:30PM at ICVA to learn more about the upcoming elections!

08/24/2026

What happens when the erosion of some communities’ rights is accepted as the price of security? How did post-9/11 policies weaken the democratic safeguards intended to protect everyone? And what lessons must we carry forward as the country confronts rising authoritarianism and renewed threats to civil liberties?

Join ISPU on Wednesday, September 9, at 12 p.m. EST to discuss all these questions and more. We'll look at how the last quarter-century's national security policies laid the groundwork for the moment we're in now, and what it will take to defend democratic rights and institutions in the years ahead.

Register: https://hubs.ly/Q04v0m940

08/20/2026

Join the VMCL's 2026 Advocacy Committee!

Muslim communities are primed and eager to make a lasting change in Virginia! You can help drive state-wide advocacy efforts for the Muslim community in the Richmond region and throughout the state by joining VMCL's ad hoc advocacy committee! As a member of the committee, you'll shape our policy agenda for the upcoming General Assembly, forge impactful relationships with government officials, and build Muslim community power!

Committee members will convene 1-2 times a month and produce our statewide advocacy strategy by the end of 2026.

Apply now through Friday, September 4th at https://tinyurl.com/VMCLadv

07/07/2026

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Declares Israel’s Assault on Gaza a Genocide, Urges Arms Embargo | Democracy Now!

The largest Presbyterian denomination in the United States has voted overwhelmingly to recognize Israel’s war in Gaza as a genocide and to divest from Palantir Technologies and General Electric Aerospace over their ties to Israel’s military and intelligence services. A measure approved Tuesday b...

06/19/2026

Thank you so much to the Heart of Virginia Scouting Council for recognizing the Islamic New Year!

As the sun sets and the Islamic New Year begins, we extend our warmest wishes to our Muslim Scouts, leaders, families, and friends observing 1 Muharram 1448 AH.

The Scout Law reminds us that A Scout is Reverent; respectful of their own beliefs and those of others. Today, we celebrate the rich diversity of our Scouting family and honor those marking this sacred occasion with prayers for peace, reflection, and renewed purpose in the year ahead.

Happy Islamic New Year. May the coming year bring peace, prosperity, and abundant blessings to all who observe.

06/18/2026

Assalamu alaikum!

Today is the start for early voting for the Democratic and Republican primaries! You can vote at the following locations:

Chesterfield County
- Central Library (7051 Lucy Corr Blvd.)

Henrico County
- Registrar's Office (4305 E. Parham Road)
- Eastern Government Center (3820 Nine Mile Road)
- Varina Library (STARTING JULY 20! 1875 New Market Road)

Richmond City
- Registrar's Office (2134 West Laburnum Avenue)
- Richmond City Hall (START JULY 19! 900 East Broad Street)
- Hickory Hill Community Center (STARTING JULY 19! 3000 East Belt Boulevard)

*Reminder: The VMCL is a 501c3 nonprofit and does not endorse candidates.

05/21/2026

Our statement on the tragedy in San Diego, and what we plan to do to protect our communities.

05/21/2026

VMCL Director Charles Turner recently spoke to WRIC about community feelings following the tragedy in San Diego.

https://www.wric.com/news/local-news/chesterfield-county/va-muslim-san-diego-mosque-shooting-conversations-safety/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAR5u11leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeRUxviO0lOaCiHrXlrijQM_c0YGbG-TafDHTL5obhS3wwP4jmUrStyYPrOhM_aem_I6LQ28_NJ48NF6cfGoZ7AQ

As police investigate a deadly shooting at a California mosque as a hate crime, Muslim leaders in Central Virginia say the attack is prompting conversations locally about safety at places of worshi…

05/13/2026

Americans, and especially marginalized communities, should not be subject to mass surveillance. Thank you, Delegate Sam Rasoul, for speaking clearly about the dangers of this technology and it's growing ubiquity in law enforcement!

Just like cameras that track residents’ cars, microphones that constantly record sound are ripe for abuse.

04/24/2026

The VMCL is so grateful to be a part of VACIR - Virginia Coalition for Immigrant Rights, who left the charge on getting HB1441 to the finish line!

Local and State Law Enforcement participation in increasingly irresponsible federal immigration enforcement undermines public safety by eroding trust between police and the community and diverting police resources away from truly pressing public safety needs. This is becoming more evident as federal agents continue to police recklessly and violate constitutional rights, leading to the harassment of American citizens and even the extrajudicial killings of two American citizens in Minnesota.

With Governor Spanberger’s signature, HB 1441 improves protections for Virginians and ensures that our local and state police focus on their jobs keeping our community safe. Law Enforcement participation in civil immigration enforcement will now be limited to instances where there is a valid judicial warrant. ICE will also have to agree to abide by Virginia law and to respect constitutional rights before entering into 287(g) agreements with local and state police.

I am incredibly thankful for the Governor’s support, as well as the work of advocates and my colleagues to make sure Virginia maintains public safety and trust throughout our Commonwealth.