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Session: Scars and Wounds from 9/11 on American Public: Understanding Diversity through Islam

In this session, we explore the impact of 9/11 on the American public's perception of Islam and their ability to coexist in a multicultural society. Through discussions on stereotypes, religious practices, and cultural understanding, we aim to foster empathy and promote unity.

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Session: Scars and Wounds from 9/11 on American Public: Understanding Diversity through Islam

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  1. Session: Scars and Wounds from 9/11 on American Public: Understanding Diversity through Islam 21st Century Multi Cultural America

  2. Why we’re having this conversation: We now live in a very global and connected society. People from all over the world are more connected than ever. You will have to interact with people who are “different” than you. How do I co-exist in a multi-cultural 21st century society? Question for you to consider…

  3. On September 11th, 2001- 4 United Airlines were hijacked. • 2 hit the World Trade Center in NYC • 1 hit the Pentagon in D.C. • 1 crash landed in Pennsylvania • Estimated 3,000 lives were lost 9/11 News Coverage A Tragic Reminder…

  4. Respond to each of the following questions with Y (yes), N (no), or DK (don't know.) • 1. I know little or nothing about Islamic religious practices. 2. Islam is very different from my own religion.3. Islam encourages violence.4. I have a favorable impression (good feelings) of Muslim Americans.5. I have a favorable impression (good feelings) of Muslims.6. I know at least one Muslim. Preamble:Take this questionnaire: How much do you know about Islam?

  5. The results of a Pew Research Center national poll of 3,002 American adults published 9/25/07 on each of these questions (www.people-press.org): • 1. Yes: 58%- Knowing about Islam2. Yes: 79%-Diff from my own religion3. Yes: 45%-Islam and violence4. Yes: 53%-Good feelings Muslim Amer5. Yes: 43%-Good feelingsMuslims6. Yes: 56%-Know at least 1 Muslim The Results…

  6. Respond to each of the following questions with Y (yes), N (no), or DK (don't know.) • 1. Should college or university officials agree to the request of Muslim women that a gym be restricted to women at certain times? • 2. Should a Muslim woman be required to remove her head scarf after being arrested and taken to a jail? • 3. Should police round up and jail Muslim men if American buildings are destroyed without warning? • 4. Should a Muslim professor of Islamic studies who has criticized U.S. policies be allowed to enter the U.S. and teach at an American university? • 5. Should a newspaper be allowed to publish cartoons making fun of the ProphetMuhammad? • 6. Are most Muslims of Arab descent? Second Questionnaire…

  7. Mosque- A place of worship for followers of Islam Muhammad- founder of the religion of Islam and is regarded by Muslims as a messenger and prophet of God (Arabic: الله‎Allāh), the greatest law-bearer in a series of Islamic prophets Terms to Know: Islam & Muslim

  8. Hijab- refers to the head covering traditionally worn by Muslimwomen Burka- Traditional garment worn by Muslim women to cover the body from public view Terms to Know: Islam & Muslim

  9. Jihad- In Arabic, the word jihād is a noun meaning "struggle."- in modern context it has become to mean by some “holy war” Infidel- Literally "one without faith"- is a very old Englishnoun, meaning one who doubts or rejects the central ideas of a religion other than one's own Terms to Know: Islam & Muslim

  10. Should NYC allow a mosque to be built around the corner from Ground Zero? • Mosque at Ground Zero Recent controversy at “Ground Zero”…

  11. Does anyone know where we sent U.S. Troops to in 2001 and also in 2003? • What were the reasons we sent troops to Afghanistan and Iraq for? • Going back to U.S. history, how do Americans feel about the people we are at war with? • How are those people treated here at home? Our World Post 9/11…

  12. Questions to Consider as You Watch: • 1. Describe some of the stereotypes expressed by the people he encounters while doing his experiment. • 2. Did you learn anything new about how Americans view Iraqis, Muslims, Arabs, from the conversations? • 3. Why is it important to have these conversations? • Talk to an Iraqi Showtime Talk to an Iraqi…

  13. What are some of the stereotypes you have about cultures unknown to you? How can you start to challenge these stereotypes? Do you think it’s ok to have these stereotypes? How can having an understanding of other cultures be helpful when a crisis like 9/11 hits? How can this reflection help you when you interact with different people out in the real world? Reflections and Lessons Learned

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