Join our elected officials as the City of Dublin official proclaims and recognizes the month of Ramadan, which starts on Friday, February 28 (pending moonsighting). This recognition commends Tri-Valley Muslims in this holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal.
7 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. | Dublin City Council Chambers, 100 Civic Plaza Dublin, CA 94568
Our gratitude goes to the fantastic team behind the Dublin Muslim Cultural Society, which facilitated this Proclamation.
This act recognizes the commencement of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commends Muslims in the United States and worldwide for their faith.
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Congressional Resolution in 2023
Whereas one of the purposes of fasting during the holy month of Ramadan is for Muslims to gain a better understanding of the plight faced by those who are less fortunate;
Whereas American Muslims contribute greatly to charitable organizations that help people from all faiths in the United States and around the world by providing food for the hungry, medical assistance, family services, scholastic supplies, before and after school programs, refugee resettlement, and relief efforts following natural disasters;
Whereas American Muslims have contributed greatly to the United States, serving as medical professionals, teachers, first responders, journalists, writers, artists, athletes, small business owners, professors, activists, community leaders, and elected public officials across government representing both major political parties;
Whereas the American Muslim community is among the most racially diverse faith groups in the United States;
Whereas Thomas Jefferson was the first President to host an iftar, the meal breaking fast during Ramadan, at the White House in 1805, and every President since 1996 has hosted an iftar for members of the community during their Presidencies;
Whereas the Department of State and United States Agency for International Development have hosted iftars through the years for staff and members of the diplomatic community;
Whereas the Department of Agriculture has hosted iftar dinners since 2008 to recognize and welcome interfaith dialogue and collaboration with individuals and organizations whose core values often overlap significantly with the mission of the Department, including disaster recovery, reducing food waste, ensuring access to nutritious food, and fostering safe, prosperous, and thriving communities;
Whereas the Pentagon has held iftar dinners to celebrate Ramadan starting in 1999, recognizing American Muslims serving in all branches of the United States military; and
Whereas over 5,500 Muslims serve on active duty, and over 2,300 Muslims serve as selected reserve personnel in the United States Armed Forces: Now, therefore, be it
From 2024 Ramadan Proclamation:
The Dublin City Council joins communities throughout California in recognizing the start of Ramadan 2024.
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Sister Eman Tai speaks on behalf of the Dublin-area Muslim community.
Mayor Melissa Hernandez introduces the Proclamation on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at Council Chambers.
Heroes4Hunger also introduces the First-Annual Ramadan Food Campaign. All donations to this youth-led effort go to the Alameda County Community Food Bank, and it will be used to feed individuals and families that are food insecure in Dublin. Support the effort at http://bit.ly/feeddublin
Learn more about this effort at https://heroes4hunger.org
Heroes4Hunger representatives Zayan Kajani, Amar Imam, and Wasi Asifali presented their annual project.
The Proclamation acknowledges the rich history and guiding virtues of American Muslims, and commends Muslim communities in California for the lasting positive impact they have made, and continue to make, toward the advancement of the state and the nation in Ramadan and beyond.
The Proclamation recognizes the MCC East Bay as fulfilling the spiritual and cultural needs of Dublin residents and promoting interfaith cooperation by providing an environment for dialogue, education, and fellowship.
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Eman Tai is a member of City of Dublin’s Diversity and Inclusion Task Force, Secretary of Muslim Democrats and Friends Alameda County, President Cottonwood Creek School Parent Faculty Club , and Development and Community Partnerships Officer, Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC).
– Watch Dublin ’21 Proclamation: https://youtu.be/5yLuSj2w-w0
– Watch San Ramon ’21 Proclamation: https://youtu.be/K4dnP1NXFv4
– Watch Pleasanton 21′ Proclamation: https://youtu.be/ZX_MdpThzek
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