Workshops & Trainings

Empower Your Community. Build Real Power.

The Muslim Civic Coalition offers dynamic, faith-informed workshops and presentations designed to turn knowledge into action. Whether you're a masjid, student group, youth program, or community organization, we will work with you to deliver impactful civic education tailored to your audience.

Request a Workshop

Why Partner With Us?

Workshops are led by experienced organizers, fellows, and policy experts
Content is rooted in Islamic values of justice, dignity, and community empowerment
Fully customizable for your time frame (1-hour, half-day, or full-day)
Proven track record of energizing and equipping Muslim communities across Illinois

Featured Workshops & Presentations

We offer the following core workshops. All can be customized to fit your group’s needs, time, and goals.

01

Building Political Power

Understand the power of unified voice, voter turnout, and strategic civic engagement to influence policy and elections.

Duration: 1–3 hours

02

Organizing Through Storytelling

Master the power of personal narrative and conversation in building movements and inspiring collective action. A deep dive into the American Muslim Story, and how to tell your own story.

Duration: 1–2 hours

03

Illinois Muslim Data Briefing

Deep dive into the latest data from the Illinois Muslim Report and how to use data effectively when speaking to elected officials and decision-makers.

Duration: 45–90 minutes

04

From Problem to Policy Solution

Learn how to turn community issues into concrete legislative solutions. Ideal for advocacy teams and leaders.

Duration: 1 hour - Half day

05

Become a Changemaker

Explore frameworks of effective advocacy, leadership, and long-term movement building.

Duration: 90 minutes, Half day, or Full day symposium available

06

Custom Workshops Available

Don’t see exactly what you need? We can design a session specifically for your community, youth group, or organization.

We also host a 6-month fellowship as part of our capacity building and educational initiatives. Visit muslimciviccoalition.org/civic-leaders-fellowship to learn more.

Who We’ve Trained

Masajid and Islamic Centers
Muslim Student Associations (MSAs) or Student Campus Groups and Networks
Youth programs/groups/scouts
Grassroots community organizations
Professional organizations
Local advocacy groups or campaigns
Elected officials, city councils, commissions, government boards