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Bystander Intervention

The Do's and Don'ts if you witness public instances of oppressive interpersonal violence and harassment

Do:

Do make your presence as a witness known.

If possible, make eye contact with the person being harassed and ask them if they want support.
Move yourself near the person being harassed. If possible, and you feel you can risk doing so, create distance or a barrier between the person being harassed and the attacker.
If it’s safe to do so, and the person being harassed consents—film or record the incident.

Do take cues from the individual being harassed.

Is the person engaging with the harasser or not? You can make suggestions, “Would you like to walk with me over here? Move to another train car? For him to leave you alone?,” and then follow their lead.
Notice if the person being harassed is resisting in their own way, and honor that.
Follow up with the individual being harassed. After the incident is over, see if they need anything else.

Do keep both of you safe.

Assess your surroundings—are there others nearby you can pull in to support? Working in a team is a good idea, if it is possible.
Can you and the person being harassed move to a safer space/place?

Don't:

Don’t call the police.

For many communities experiencing harassment right now (including Arab and Muslim communities, African Americans and LBGTQIA communities, and immigrants) the police can cause a greater danger for the person being harassed.

Don’t escalate the situation.

The goal is to get the person being harassed to safety, not to incite further violence from the attacker.

Don’t do nothing.

Silence is dangerous—it communicates approval and leaves the victim high and dry. If you find yourself too nervous or afraid to speak out, move closer to the person being harassed to communicate your support with your body.

Information adapted from https://www.afsc.org/bystanderintervention

Websites

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Muslim Girl

MuslimGirl.net was launched from the bedroom of a high school girl that was fed up with the misleading misconceptions surrounding Islam — the way the news coverage and media outlets kept skewing the image of Muslims into a nasty one

New America

New America is pioneering a new kind of think and action tank: a civic platform that connects a research institute, technology lab, solutions network, media hub and public forum.

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ISPU

The Institute for Social Policy and Understanding is a hub for resources that has made dramatic impacts to the Muslim- American community. There website offers provides "research and education about American Muslims to support well-informed dialogue and decision-making.'

Resources for Journalists

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"Covering American Muslims"

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"Islam for Journalists"

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"Reporting Tips for Covering Islam in America"

Videos

The Muslim on the airplane | Amal Kassir | TEDxMileHighWomen

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The Muslim on the airplane | Amal Kassir | TEDxMileHighWomen

Watching the news, it seems like ethnic divides are ever-deepening. But how can we solve these complicated problems when each side lives in fear of the other? The answer is simple, argues Syrian-American poet Amal Kassir - it starts with, “What’s your name?” Amal, a young Muslim-American and native Coloradan, found a platform for her voice growing up working in her family's restaurant. She has been writing poetry since she was a child and has performed in eight countries, sharing her verse everywhere from youth prisons to orphanages to refugee camps. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

Tired of being bullied, this “MuslimGirl” found a way for Muslim women to talk back

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Tired of being bullied, this “MuslimGirl” found a way for Muslim women to talk back

From the Jersey Shore to Forbes' “30 Under 30.” This is life as the founder of MuslimGirl. Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO Vox.com is a news website that helps you cut through the noise and understand what's really driving the events in the headlines. Check out http://www.vox.com to get up to speed on everything from Kurdistan to the Kim Kardashian app. Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/IZONyE Follow Vox on Twitter: http://goo.gl/XFrZ5H Or on Facebook: http://goo.gl/U2g06o

Muslim Girls Get Real About the Hijab | #Askamuslimgirl | Teen Vogue

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Muslim Girls Get Real About the Hijab | #Askamuslimgirl | Teen Vogue

As part of Teen Vogue’s #AskA series, Muslim girls shared with us why they choose to wear, or not wear, the hijab every day, and what it means to them. Still haven’t subscribed to Teen Vogue on YouTube? ►► http://bit.ly/tvyoutubesub ABOUT TEEN VOGUE Fashion, beauty tips, celebrity style, pop culture, videos, and more—everything you need to be ahead of the trends. Fashion starts here. Muslim Girls Get Real About the Hijab | #Askamuslimgirl | Teen Vogue Sound: Jared Arnold Hair and makeup: Lindsey Williams using Rene Furterer and Dior Addicts Hair and makeup assistant: Diana Manzanares Special thanks to Muslim Girl Portions of this video feature a wall mural titled “MMVI," created by Maya Hayuk.

From Aleppo To LA: Coming Of Age As A Muslim Girl In America | Op-Docs | The New York Times

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From Aleppo To LA: Coming Of Age As A Muslim Girl In America | Op-Docs | The New York Times

A refugee girl comes of age in America, struggling to find herself as a Muslim woman living in the western world. Read the story here: http://nyti.ms/2tpYZ8i Subscribe on YouTube: http://bit.ly/U8Ys7n --------------------------------------------------------------- Want more from The New York Times? Watch more videos at: http://nytimes.com/video Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nytvideo Twitter: https://twitter.com/nytvideo Instagram: http://instagram.com/nytvideo Whether it's reporting on conflicts abroad and political divisions at home, or covering the latest style trends and scientific developments, New York Times video journalists provide a revealing and unforgettable view of the world. It's all the news that's fit to watch. On YouTube. From Aleppo To LA: Coming Of Age As A Muslim Girl In America | Op-Docs | The New York Times http://www.youtube.com/user/TheNewYorkTimes

Focus group of American Muslims talks politics, fear and faith

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Focus group of American Muslims talks politics, fear and faith

After Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump called for a ban on Muslims entering the United States, the topic has been widely debated on and off the campaign trail. Republican strategist and CBS News contributor Frank Luntz held a focus group of Muslim Americans at CBS News' Studio 57 to get their perspectives on the political rhetoric and their faith.

Muslim in America

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Muslim in America

Muslims make up just 1% of U.S. residents. Where do they live, how much do they make and what are their hopes for life in America?

25 Influential American Muslims

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25 Influential American Muslims

They've founded colleges, fought for social justice and made us laugh. One of them's a certified "genius." Meet 25 Muslims who are changing America.

Muslim in America: Voices from Dearborn

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Muslim in America: Voices from Dearborn

With the largest Muslim population in the United States, "CBS This Morning" visited Dearborn, Michigan, to speak with residents and hear how their Muslim community is responding to recent scrutiny.

These posters were designed by Micah Bazant and Kate DeCiccio and can be used in schools, community spaces, business, etc. to encourage welcoming spaces.

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