Terrorism

Remember Margaret Mead’s guiding principle—"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed it’s the only thing that ever has."

An American Muslim leader, Dr. Ingrid Mattson, asks: Who has the greatest duty to stop violence? American Muslims have generally been more critical of injustices committed by the American government than of injustices committed by Muslims. This has to change.

Information about a curriculum to help children deal with issues of justice, fairness and mislaid blame in the wake of the september 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Islamic Social Services Association USA and Canada (ISSA) has developed a guide for Muslim communities, Health care professionals, teachers, Mental Health professionals, Social Workers and Imams so they can respond to the critical needs of the community in an organized, professional, and consistent manner.

As I watched the World Trade Center come down, I was horrified to see the panic of those who were fleeing death. I know that they will relive this event again and again in their nightmares for the rest of their lives.  We share a common bond - the bond of nightmares.

Understanding, learning and patience are just some of the things that are necessary at this critical time for all of us trying to heal from the wounds of the September 11 tragedy and deal with the war.