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Bullying Policy in Westchester School Districts and Muslim and Sikh Students
September 18, 2016 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
“Bullying Policy in Westchester School Districts and Muslim and Sikh Students”
with panelists
Afaf Nasher, Executive Director,
Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR)-NY,
and
Wanda Sanchez Day, Acting Legal Director,
UNITED SIKHS
Sunday, September 18, 2016 at 3 p.m.
Ethical Culture Society of Westchester
7 Saxon Wood Rd. White Plains, NY 10605
As a new school year starts, the Westchester Coalition against Islamophobia (WCAI) is concerned about anti-Muslim prejudice that arose after 9/11 and has been heightened during this presidential election season. This climate can adversely affect both Muslim and Sikh students. Join representatives from Westchester County school districts in a review of policies and procedures to follow if students experience bullying.
The Council on American Islamic Relations of New York (CAIR-NY) is a chapter of America’s largest Muslim civil rights organization. CAIR-NY’s mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims and build coalitions that promote social justice and mutual understanding.
UNITED SIKHS is a United Nations affiliated, international, non-profit, non-governmental, humanitarian relief, human development and advocacy organization, whose aim is to empower those in need, especially disadvantaged and minority communities around the world. ‘Recognize the Human Race As One.
The Westchester Coalition against Islamophobia (WCAI) is a grassroots coalition of concerned citizens who, through education and community engagement, oppose bigotry and discrimination against Islam and Muslims and defend the civil rights of all.
For more information email [email protected] or phone 914-261-0468.
This event is free and open to the public. Donations will be gratefully accepted.