Albany Muslim Advocacy Coalition

Albany Muslim Advocacy Coalition Our Mission is to empower and amplify the voices of Muslim communities in the Capital District!

Who gets to belong?For decades, American Muslims have too often been viewed through fear and suspicion rather than throu...
08/14/2026

Who gets to belong?

For decades, American Muslims have too often been viewed through fear and suspicion rather than through the reality of who they are: physicians, teachers, engineers, entrepreneurs, veterans, parents, public servants, and neighbors who care for our communities every day.

That's why Dr. El-Sayed’s victory means so much. It doesn’t erase anti-Muslim hate and bias. It challenges the systemic racism and discrimination behind it.

Millions of Americans in Michigan saw a Muslim candidate not as a fear to overcome, but simply as someone qualified to lead.

For every Muslim child watching, the possibilities just got a little wider.

That is worth celebrating - for all of us.

Reminder: Your voice didn’t just matter — it moved something. The NDAA didn’t pass, and that’s your cue that pressure wo...
07/16/2026

Reminder: Your voice didn’t just matter — it moved something. The NDAA didn’t pass, and that’s your cue that pressure works. Calling works. Showing up works. Your vote is leverage, and your voice is a signal lawmakers can’t ignore.
What to do next:
Call your representative — remind them you’re paying attention.
Email your district office — short, direct messages stack up.
Share the reminder — amplify the momentum.
Stay engaged — policy shifts when people stay loud.

Keep Albany’s Congressman Paul Tonko on speed dial: 518‑465‑0700.

Remember that long before violence becomes physical, it begins with dehumanization. It begins when entire communities ar...
07/16/2026

Remember that long before violence becomes physical, it begins with dehumanization. It begins when entire communities are spoken about as threats instead of neighbors, as statistics instead of families, as problems instead of people.

Every escalation in rhetoric that tells us some lives matter less than others makes tragedies like this easier to accept, easier to excuse, and easier to repeat. The nerves become desensitized to the sensationally offensive news. The brain starts to gloss over the headlines.

We cannot normalize a society where children witness the violent loss of a parent at the hands of the state. Regardless of one's views on immigration policy, every enforcement action must be measured against the fundamental dignity and sanctity of human life.

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Join us for our upcoming meeting THIS Saturday. Learn about our upcoming initiatives and bring your questions!
07/09/2026

Join us for our upcoming meeting THIS Saturday. Learn about our upcoming initiatives and bring your questions!

Our statement on the anti-Muslim hate rhetoric on the passing of Harbe Nagi. We extend our sincerest condolences to the ...
07/01/2026

Our statement on the anti-Muslim hate rhetoric on the passing of Harbe Nagi. We extend our sincerest condolences to the family. ❤️‍🩹

AMAC is thrilled to celebrate last night's wins! Another election cycle - another unmistakable message from voters acros...
06/24/2026

AMAC is thrilled to celebrate last night's wins! Another election cycle - another unmistakable message from voters across our state.

Progressive candidates backed by grassroots organizing, working people, and moral clarity continue to break through:
— Brad Lander
— Claire Valdez
— Darializa Avila Chevalier
— and now the first Palestinian woman in NY Senate, our sister Aber Kawas!

People are exhausted by an establishment that continues to protect wealth, militarism, and corporate interests while everyday communities struggle to survive. Voters are demanding something different: dignity, accountability, solidarity, and courage.

And on Palestine? We are seeing what we have prayed for unfold. The calls for ceasefire, divestment, human rights, and Palestinian freedom that were labeled "extreme" and "fringe" even just a year ago now represent the mainstream conscience of the people.

This movement is taking over.

Its Primary Day! Make sure to bring your families and friends to the poll today and get out the Muslim vote! Tag us in y...
06/23/2026

Its Primary Day! Make sure to bring your families and friends to the poll today and get out the Muslim vote! Tag us in your photos after voting!

From student encampments to labor unions, the call for accountability is only growing louder.At its national convention,...
06/22/2026

From student encampments to labor unions, the call for accountability is only growing louder.

At its national convention, the UAW voted to divest from — marking a major escalation in organized labor’s response to the ongoing genocide in . And people across the country are understanding what we have known all along - that there is no dignity for the common man in America unless and until there is dignity for the common man worldwide. And that our struggles are deeply interconnected with the violence we unabashedly perpetuate outside our borders.

This is what movement building looks like: consistent organizing, political courage, and collective pressure turning into material action.

The landscape is shifting in real time.

What do we celebrate on Juneteenth? Swipe to learn about some of the issues our generation should be working on and read...
06/18/2026

What do we celebrate on Juneteenth? Swipe to learn about some of the issues our generation should be working on and read our blog post all about the Muslim perspective on our website, link in bio!

Resilience. The holiday honors the enduring strength of Black Americans and their continuous fight for equality, civil rights, and human dignity.

Why is Juneteenth called America’s second independence day?

Because the legal independence declared in 1776 did not include Black Americans who were still enslaved, Juneteenth represents the true realization of "liberty and justice for all”.

Why do conversations about equity, reparations, and voting rights matter?

Juneteenth encourages reflection on how we can build a more equitable society. Equity seeks to ensure fair access to opportunities and resources. Discussions about reparations examine ways to address the lasting impacts of slavery and discrimination. Protecting voting rights helps ensure that all citizens can participate fully in our democracy..

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom and justice are shared responsibilities. When one group faces oppression, we all feel its impact. By advancing equity and opportunity for all, we strengthen our communities and our future.

Looking for ways to celebrate Juneteenth locally? Here are a few events happening around the Capital Region:
• Albany Institute of History & Art — June 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Swinburne Park — June 19, 1–5 p.m.
• Schenectady City School District, 530 Liberty St., Schenectady — June 19, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Hamilton Hill Arts Center Juneteenth Celebration:
June 19 — Honoring the Ancestors at Vale Cemetery, 3–5 p.m.
June 20 — Juneteenth Festival at Central Park, Schenectady, 12:30–6 p.m.

Join us at the NYS Capitol in Albany, NY for Muslim Advocacy Day 2026! Sign up today 🔗 in bio!
04/16/2026

Join us at the NYS Capitol in Albany, NY for Muslim Advocacy Day 2026! Sign up today 🔗 in bio!

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