STACO Participates in MAS-ICNA 2024 Annual Conference in Chicago

December 29, 2024 | Chicago-USA

Dr. Shukri Ibrahim Shukri, Program Director at the Sheikh Taher Zawi Charitable Foundation (STACO), participated in the 2024 Annual Conference organized by the Muslim American Society (MAS) and the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) in Chicago.

The MAS-ICNA conference is one of the largest and most diverse Islamic gatherings in North America, attracting over 45,000 participants this year, including prominent scholars, community leaders, activists, and international NGOs.

This year’s conference was themed “Breaking Chains and Driving Change” and focused on the core challenges facing Muslim communities in the United States and around the world, highlighting unity and community empowerment, and addressing local and international crises.

As part of his participation, Dr. Shukri attended strategic discussions with representatives of prominent international Islamic organizations. These discussions addressed vital issues such as promoting active participation in civic arenas, and developing strategies to improve the social and economic well-being of Muslim communities both locally and internationally.

Commenting on the conference, Dr. Shukri said:

“The MAS-ICNA conference provided a unique platform to promote dialogue and exchange creative ideas to address current challenges. STACO is committed to developing partnerships and supporting initiatives that contribute to empowering communities and promoting sustainable solutions.”

The conference included a variety of lectures, workshops and dialogue sessions presented by a group of scholars and activists. These events discussed pivotal topics such as building community resilience, engaging youth and the importance of preserving cultural identity in light of rapid global transformations.

Sheikh Taher Al-Zawi Charitable Foundation affirms its firm commitment to addressing humanitarian and social challenges, by building partnerships with international Islamic organizations, and developing initiatives that support marginalized communities, promote the principle of inclusiveness and contribute to achieving sustainable development.