Muslim Public Affairs Council Foundation

The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing public understanding of Islam and promoting policies that impact American Muslims. Established as part of the broader MPAC institution, which was founded in 1988, the Foundation works under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code for charitable, educational, and religious purposes.

Mission

The MPAC Foundation is committed to engaging in research and development on issues related to human rights, democracy, and pluralism. It aims to educate Americans about the teachings of Islam and serve the Muslim American community by promoting Islamic values such as mercy, justice, peace, human dignity, freedom, and equality for all.

Vision

The Foundation seeks to provide Americans with an accurate understanding of Islam and works towards strengthening American pluralism by improving public understanding and policies affecting American Muslims.

Activities

• Policy Engagement: MPAC engages policymakers and government agencies to reform national security policies, uphold religious freedom and civil liberties, and advocate for human rights.
• Media Influence: The organization collaborates with media producers across film, television, news, and pop culture to promote authentic portrayals of Islam and Muslims.
• Community Empowerment: MPAC empowers the American Muslim community by encouraging involvement in policy and understanding initiatives.
• Research and Development: The Foundation conducts research on issues such as hate crimes and civil liberties, providing policy papers and recommendations for improvement.

Key Initiatives

• Human Security Campaign: Launched in 2020, this campaign advocates for policies centered around human security, inspired by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's Four Freedoms.
• Opposition to the Muslim Ban: MPAC actively worked against the Muslim travel ban introduced in 2017, organizing rallies and advocating for policy changes.
• Partnerships and Collaborations: MPAC partners with civil rights organizations and governments to address issues like racial equity, immigration reform, and religiously motivated hate crimes.

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