Problem Finding:
Middle Eastern vilification & discrimination has been rampant since 9/11. Kansas City serves a good case example due to our largely conservative suburbia and rural areas. My aim through this project is to educate Kansas City about Arabs and Islam, to dispel any misconceptions, and help to foster positive self-esteem for Arab-Americans.
In order to understand issues revolving around Arab Americans in Kansas City, I've compiled a list of cultural resources within the city:
Islamic Center of Greater Kansas City (ISGKC)
Islamic Center of Jackson County
International Cultural Board of Kansas City
Citizens for Justice in the Middle East
International Union of Muslim Women
Universal Academy Islamic School (UAIS)
Islamic School of Kansas City
Arabisto Media
Mosques: Masjid Ahmed, Inshirah, & Omar
In addition, I've spoken to Andrea Kahn, who serves on the board of the International Cultural Board of Kansas City.
While discrimination and vilification are problems that are hard to reverse, there is at least hope for the youngest generation. A large part of my campaign will be to target young children and educate them in order to dispel rumors or misconceptions. My audience is not limited to children though, but to everyone who I can affect.
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