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'Meet a Muslim' program aims to 'change one heart at a time'
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Aug 14, 2017
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'Meet a Muslim' program aims to 'change one heart at a time'
Moina Shaiq founded the "Meet a Muslim" program. She invites anyone to ask questions about her and her faith in order to help dispel negative stereotypes.
Moina Shaiq speaks with attendees at her "Meet a Muslim" discussions
Moina Shaiq speaks with attendees at her "Meet a Muslim" discussions
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Moina Shaiq founded the "Meet a Muslim" program. She invites anyone to ask questions about her and her faith in order to help dispel negative stereotypes.

The rallies in Charlottesville this weekend have left people wondering how racial relations within communities can be improved.

Moina Shaiq has decided to confront the problem head-on.

She's founded a program called "Meet a Muslim" where she invites anyone to come meet her in person and discuss any questions they may have about her faith.



After San Bernardino, I decided this is it. We have to do something ... Whenever we hold events, it's the same faces all the time. I wanted to reach to those masses who do not come to these interfaith events. To draw them, I put some questions in my ad and also just [sent] a message that [they should] feel free to ask me any questions. But in the beginning, I do tell them I'm not a scholar; I'm a layperson. So I may not be able to answer your technical or in depth questions. But any ordinary question I will be able to answer. ​​

To hear the full conversation, click the blue player above.