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ISLAMIC SPEAKERS BUREAU OF ARIZONA

AZ · EIN 860954293 · $75K rev · operational · advocacy · www.isb-az.org
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The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona (ISBA) is an educational nonprofit founded in 1999 that provides presentations and training on Islam and Muslims. It aims to dispel stereotypes, build cultural awareness, and promote interfaith dialogue and collaborations. ISBA serves K-16 students, educators, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and corporations across Arizona and through affiliates in other states.

activities · 16

what they do

direct service · 13
  • Community Engagement Initiatives Interfaith Dialogue & Community Building
    Organizes signature programs such as Faith Tours, Movie & Discussion events, Multifaith Food Drives, and Springtime Tea Parties to facilitate interaction and understanding among diverse communities.
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Training DEI Training & Workshops
    Delivers tailored diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) training for educators, corporate staff, law enforcement, healthcare personnel, and healthcare chaplains.
  • Educational Presentations and Panels Interfaith & Cultural Education Programs
    Provides educational presentations and panels on Islam and other faiths for middle and high schools, universities, civic organizations, and houses of worship.
  • Educational Presentations and Panels on Islam and Interfaith Topics Interfaith & Cultural Education Programs
    Provides educational presentations and panels about Islam and other faiths to middle and high schools, universities, civic organizations, and houses of worship. These presentations are delivered by trained volunteers and speakers, including free K-12 classroom presentations, and aim to raise religious literacy and cultural awareness.
  • Educational Presentations on Islam and Interfaith Dialogue Interfaith & Cultural Education Programs
    Provides educational presentations and panels on Islam and other faiths to K-12 schools, universities, civic organizations, and houses of worship, utilizing trained volunteers and speakers to promote religious literacy and cultural awareness.
  • Interfaith Dialogue and Community Building Events Interfaith Dialogue & Community Building
    Organizes and participates in interfaith dialogue and community-building events, such as Abrahamic Panels, Salaam-Chai-Paradise (SCP) discussion forums, and an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. The organization also hosts signature programs like Faith Tours, Movie & Discussion events, and Multifaith Food Drives to foster understanding and relationships among different faith communities.
  • Interfaith Dialogue and Events Interfaith Dialogue & Community Building
    Organizes events such as Abrahamic Panels and Salaam-Chai-Paradise discussions to foster interfaith understanding and dialogue among different religious communities.
  • Interfaith Programs and Events Interfaith Dialogue & Community Building
    Organizes and hosts interfaith events such as Abrahamic Panels, Salaam-Chai-Paradise discussions, an Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, Faith Tours, Movie & Discussion events, Multifaith Food Drives, Springtime Tea Parties, and a Youth Interfaith Iftar to foster understanding and build relationships among different faith communities.
  • K-12 Classroom Presentations Interfaith & Cultural Education Programs
    Provides free K-12 classroom presentations on religion, with no limit on the number of requests per school year.
  • Engages volunteers to raise religious literacy and cultural awareness through various educational initiatives and community events.
  • Youth Leadership and Programs Youth Civic Leadership Training
    Operates ISBA Youth, a youth-led program for middle and high school students (ages 12-18), and maintains a Youth Leadership Team to plan and run programs.
  • Youth Leadership and Programs Youth Civic Leadership Training
    Operates ISBA Youth, a youth-led program for middle and high school students (ages 12-18), which includes a Youth Leadership Team (YLT) responsible for planning and running programs.
  • Operates ISBA Youth, a youth-led program for young people aged 12-18, and maintains a Youth Leadership Team that plans and runs programs.
capacity building · 3
  • Cultural Awareness and Competency Trainings Interfaith & Cultural Education Programs
    Conducts cultural awareness and competency trainings on Islam and Muslims for educators, law enforcement, and healthcare providers.
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Training Interfaith & Cultural Education Programs
    Delivers tailored DEIB training and cultural awareness and competency trainings on Islam and Muslims for various professionals, including educators, corporate staff, law enforcement, healthcare personnel, and healthcare chaplains. This includes specific corporate presentations on Arab and Muslim Americans in the workplace.
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Training Interfaith & Cultural Education Programs
    Delivers tailored DEIB training and cultural awareness and competency trainings on Islam and Muslims for educators, corporate staff, law enforcement, healthcare personnel, and healthcare chaplains.
strategies · 11

how they think

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named programs · 8

what they call their work

Abrahamic Panel: Shared Values Among Faiths
Interfaith panel featuring presenters representing Judaism, Christianity, or Islam to discuss shared values and commonalities between their religions.
Arab and Muslim Americans in the Workplace
One-hour corporate employee presentation on diversity in the workplace. Also offers a two-hour "Developing Cultural Competency: Arab and Muslim Americans in the Workplace" for managers.
Cultural awareness and competency training
Conducts trainings for educators, law enforcement, and healthcare providers on Islam and Muslims to improve cultural understanding and sensitivity.
Education programs for K-16
Provides presentations by trained volunteers and speakers to K-16 students to build understanding of Islam, dispel misperceptions, and promote peaceful, diverse, and inclusive society.
ISBA Youth
A youth-led program for young people aged 12-18 (middle and high school) focusing on leadership development, speaking about Islam, interfaith engagement, and life skills.
Interfaith Network of Scottsdale (INS)
Plans events for members of different faith communities in Scottsdale to meet and form personal links, including the "Scottsdale Gives Thanks" Interfaith Thanksgiving Service.
Interfaith outreach and collaborations
Builds relationships and works with faith communities to foster interfaith awareness, dispel misperceptions, and create partnerships.
Salaam-Chai-Paradise (SCP)
A discussion and educational forum between Jews, Christians, and Muslims covering various topics related to their faiths.
relationships · 28

who they work with

  • American Muslim Advisory Council Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Azra Hussain Partner — Executive Director of ISBA and primary contact for volunteer coordination
  • Delaware Valley Speakers Bureau Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • First Amendment Center Partner — Adheres to guidelines provided by the First Amendment Center, specifically referencing their publication "A Teacher's Guide to Religion in the Public Schools."
  • ING Partner — Links to ING's frequently asked questions resource about Islam
  • Interfaith Network of Scottsdale Partner — Collaborates on events to bring together different faith communities in Scottsdale.
  • Islamic Center of Greater Cincinnati Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Education & Resources Network (ILearn) Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Resource Group Partner — Named associate organization listed on the ISB-AZ website
  • Islamic Resource Group, Minnesota Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau - DFW Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of Atlanta Partner — Named associate organization listed on the ISB-AZ website
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of New York Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of Ocala, Florida Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of San Diego Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of Santa Barbara Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of Southern California Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau of the San Francisco Bay Area Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau, Quad Cities Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Islamic Speakers Bureau, St. Louis Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Kentucky Islamic Resource Group (KYIRG) Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Muslim Speakers Network Partner — Named associate organization listed on the ISB-AZ website
  • NJ Islamic Networks Group Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Organization of Islamic Speakers Midwest Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • Speakers Bureau of Nebraska Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Colorado Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona
  • The Islamic Speakers Bureau of Utah Partner — Listed as an affiliate of Islamic Speakers Bureau of Arizona