PROGRAMS As the oldest Muslim women's human rights organization in New York City, Women In Islam, Inc. enjoys many partnerships with organizations in the Muslim community, interfaith groups, and elected officials. Women In Islam, Inc. regularly helps plan and co-sponsors events such as these listed here: Eid-ul-Adha Dinner: hosted by Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, December 2, 2009 Eid Celebration at City Hall: September 24, 2009. Board member Sarah Sayeed delivered remarks on the spiritual significance of Ramadan. Second Annual Iftar Dinner: hosted by Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer, September 3, 2009 Muslim Voices: Art & Ideas: Sr. Aisha Al-Adawiya served on its Advisory Committee --See Community Voices Dialogue with Law Enforcement: Women In Islam, Inc. served as a founding members of the Muslim American Civil Liberties Coalition, a collaboration of NY area community organizations and leaders focused on addressing civil liberties concerns of Muslim communities. Group members engaged in dialogue with the NY Police Department regarding our response to the report "Radicalization in the West: The Home Grown Threat" and wrote a letter to Secretary Napolitano congratulating her upon her appointment and outlining community concerns. In addition to our partnerships, we also host these community education programs: Charting Our Own Course: Celebrating Women's History Month This program was designed to enhance the visibility of Muslim women from diverse ethnic, cultural and professional backgrounds to the general public. It projects dynamic Muslim women as role models for women who aspire to become social justice advocates. In celebration of Women's History Month, each March, WII, Inc. celebrates Muslim women who are active is some area of public life, allowing them a chance to discusses their challenges and experiences and offer their mentorship. Programs include: 2010: UN Briefing on the Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women 2008: Reclaiming Sacred Space 2007:  Emerging Changemakers 2006:  Muslim Women in the Public Square 2005:  Dialogue for Self Healing; Healing Techniques for Empowerment Lectures on Human Rights and Social Justice Our forums seek to promote critical and independent thinking on key issues affecting our community and humanity at large. We often address issues that are pressing in the news, but speakers provide alternative viewpoints not readily available in mainstream media or in the community. A few past programs include: Timbuktu, An Empire of Knowledge: Early African Scholarship in Mali Crisis in Darfur: Part II,   Drumming For Peace,   Crisis in Darfur: Part I Collective Punishment: When Civilians Become the Targets of War The Aftermath of Katrina: Where Do We Go From Here? Crisis in Niger Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial Lecture & Award Ceremony: Honoring Women Who Dedicate Their Lives to Others   Since 2002, Women In Islam, Inc. has been celebrating the example and legacy of Dr. Betty Shabazz annually in our Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial Lecture and Award Ceremony. We take this opportunity to recognize other women, of all backgrounds and faiths, who demonstrate their unwavering commitment and courageous dedication to helping others. See more.