Assalaamu Alaykum! About LALMA (La Asociación Latino Musulmana de América) Since our founding in 1999 as a small study group of five Latino Muslims, LALMA has served as a forum for educational and spiritual growth. Our mission is to promote a deeper understanding of Islam within the large Spanish-speaking Latino population of California. Latinos make up 40% of California’s population, and we work diligently to foster mutual understanding and unity by collaborating with multifaith organizations for the well-being of Los Angeles’ diverse communities. Our efforts have included celebrating Ramadan alongside Roman Catholic and other Christian communities, promoting interfaith dialogue and
Read MoreThe following was included with the application. Assalam Aleikum. The late Sister Mary Ali had a profound impact on my life through her teachings about Islam. It wasn’t just her knowledge that touched me deeply, but also her character, commitment, courage, and active involvement in the Muslim community. When I asked her to bring topics for new Muslim sisters to discuss at my home, she readily accepted and taught us about Islam for several years, both at my house and at the Muslim Community Center (MCC). Whenever I needed someone to discuss Islamic issues with, she was always just a
Read MoreBy Ustadh Kenny Solis A Heartfelt Thank You for Your Support Towards My Islamic Chaplaincy Scholarship Dear Beloved Supporters, I am deeply moved and profoundly grateful for the overwhelming generosity and kindness you have shown in supporting my journey towards completing the Certificate in Islamic Chaplaincy at Bayan CTS. Your contributions have not only lightened my financial burden but have also filled my heart with hope and determination to pursue my calling as chaplain. Your belief in me and your willingness to invest in my education mean more to me than words can express. Your support is not just a
Read MoreBy Heather Albright Asalamu alaykum wa Rahmatullah, Inshallah, Ramadan Mubarak to all my Muslim brothers and sisters. This has been on my mind: inclusion in the Islamic community, or the lack thereof, in 2024. The Muslim community is notably lacking in support for persons with any type of disability. I have never encountered a community so deficient in support until I took my shahada in 2003, and not much has changed even in 2024. We do not have one united Islamic group within the Islamic community that addresses all disability-related issues. There are no disabled persons on any masjid boards—well,
Read MoreThe Impact of Latino Dawah on Strengthening the Muslim Community Dawah, the Islamic tradition of spreading the message of Islam, takes various forms across the globe. In recent years, there has been a significant and positive development within the Muslim community – the rise of Latino Dawah. This refers to the efforts made by Latino Muslims to share their faith with fellow Latinos and the wider community. This phenomenon has brought about numerous benefits, contributing to the diversity, unity, and growth of the Muslim community. In this article, we will explore the various ways in which Latino Dawah has positively
Read MoreLaunchGood.com/UstadhKenny About The Fundraiser The LADO Group is currently seeking to raise the necessary funds to provide Ustadh Kenny Solis with a scholarship in the amount of $7,000 to enable him to complete the last three courses required to earn his Certificate in Islamic Chaplaincy. A Message from Ustadh Kenny Solis Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh, I was born and raised in Santa Ana, CA, Orange County. I am a Mexican-American. I now live on the East Coast but teach the Muslim community in English and Spanish in the United States and abroad. How You Can Make a Difference With your help, I will
Read MoreIn today’s globalized world, it is essential to challenge misconceptions and stereotypes that perpetuate misunderstandings about different cultures and religions. One such group that faces numerous misunderstandings is Latino Muslims. The intersection of Latino and Islamic identities has given rise to several myths that need to be debunked to foster understanding and inclusivity. In this article, we will examine ten common myths about Latino Muslims and shed light on the reality. Myth 1: Latino Muslims are a recent phenomenon. Contrary to popular belief, the presence of Muslims in Latin America dates back centuries. Historical evidence shows that Muslim explorers and
Read MoreAssalaam Alaykum wa rahmatullah wa barakatu, Dear Brothers and Sisters, I hope this email finds you well and in good spirits during this National Hispanic Heritage Month. On behalf of The LADO Group, I want to express our sincerest gratitude for your donation to our fundraiser. Your contribution is instrumental in advancing our mission to promote Islam within the Latino community in the United States. As an organization, we are committed to creating a thriving community of Latino Muslims, and your support plays a crucial role in achieving our mission. The LADO Group’s initiatives encompass a diverse range of projects
Read MoreIn an upcoming cinematic venture, The Blue Beetle, a character of Latino heritage, and Ms. Marvel, a character representing the Muslim community, are set to unite in matrimony. This groundbreaking film aims to showcase the formation of a pioneering onscreen family, one that embodies both Latino and Muslim identities. Anticipated to be a trailblazing production, this movie will mark a significant step forward in portraying diverse and inclusive narratives. The couple’s offspring is slated to bear the name “Marvel Beetle,” signifying the fusion of their remarkable legacies. #BlueBeetle #MsMarvel #LatinoMuslims #HispanicMuslims #LatinoDawah
Read MoreLatinos in the United States celebrate Juneteenth for several significant reasons rooted in shared struggles, historical solidarity, and cultural recognition. Firstly, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. For many Latinos, particularly those of Afro-Latino descent, this history resonates deeply. The celebration of freedom from slavery is a universal human aspiration that transcends ethnic and racial boundaries. Latinos join in solidarity to honor this historic event as part of a broader struggle for civil rights and social justice. Secondly, Latinos have a rich history of standing alongside African Americans in their fight against systemic racism
Read MoreThe LADO Group Recurring monthly donations are a powerful tool for nonprofit organizations and individuals to create long-term impact through consistent financial support. These donations allow donors to contribute a set amount each month, which is automatically deducted from their bank account or credit card. There are several benefits of recurring monthly donations that make them an effective way to support charitable causes. In conclusion, recurring monthly donations offer many benefits for both nonprofit organizations and donors. They provide financial stability, improved donor retention, lower administrative costs, increased impact, greater flexibility for donors, tax benefits, and increased social impact. By
Read MoreCampaign objective Support our efforts to promote and educate about Islam in the Latino community by providing scholarships and grants. https://www.launchgood.com/latinodawah Help us promote Islam among the Latino community, Support Today! The Latino American Dawah Organization has been serving the community for 25 years, your support allows us to: Serving the community for 25 years! The Latino American Dawah Organization (LADO) sprang up from humble and unassuming origins in 1997 as a free AOL page in the early days of the Internet with the goal of sharing Islam, bringing together the Latino Muslim community, and empowering both believers and non-Muslims alike to
Read MoreWould you like to support LADO’s mission but are unable to donate personally? If so, you may be interested in joining the LADO Helpers program. By signing up for this peer-to-peer fundraising initiative, you will be provided with a customizable fundraising page that you can share with your friends and family through various platforms like social media, email, and text message. Any donations received will appear on your fundraising page, and your support will assist us in providing crucial scholarships for students and grants for organizations that empower the Latino Muslim community. If you know of any specific students or
Read MoreBY: MUZAMMIL SIDDIQI SOURCE: ISLAMICITY APR 16, 2022 In the Qur’an, Allah Almighty has mentioned 8 categories of people who can receive Zakah. Allah Almighty says: “Alms are for the poor and the needy, and those employed to administer the (funds); for those whose hearts have been (recently) reconciled (to the truth); for those in bondage and in debt; in the cause of Allah; and for the wayfarer: (thus is it) ordained by Allah, and Allah is full of knowledge and wisdom.” (At-Tawbah:60) The expression “in the cause of Allah” or fi Sabil Allah was generally interpreted “Jihad fi Sabil Allah” and so many
Read MoreBy Wendy Díaz May 8, 2021 Original link: Representation Matters: Islamic Books for Latino Children | About Islam Fifteen years ago, my husband and I, both Latino converts to Islam, welcomed our first son to this world. Alhamdulillah, he was the first Muslim child born into our families, a blend of Puerto Rican and Ecuadorian heritages living here in the U.S. His fitra, that innate faith in one Supreme Creator, was untainted unlike ours had been. He did not have to discover Islam later in life in his teens and twenties like his parents had. We named him Uthman after
Read MoreBy Aaron Siebert-Llera As a light-skinned (Chicago winters will do that to anyone) Mexican-American, I have often had to deal with the frequent ‘you don’t look Mexican’ comments. Now that I am also Muslim (13 years & counting), I am more often mistaken for being Arab or Bosnian, so I actually blend in at the mosque. But when people find out I’m Mexican, they then ask the question ‘wait, how can you be Mexican and Muslim?’ Part of the issue for people not being aware of our presence has always been that the greater Latino/a community does not do a
Read MoreDear fellow Muslim – peace be upon you, Do you remember how you felt alone during this holiday season? Well, that’s how new Muslims feel during Islamic holidays. Perhaps, you haven’t given much thought to it because you have supportive Muslim friends, a loving Muslim family, and an active local Muslim community all year around? What does your local community do for the new convert during Islamic holidays? What do you do for them? Please consider giving to The LADO Group by the end of this tax year. You may know of us better as the Latino American Dawah Organization
Read MoreRAMON FRANCISCO OCASIO MARCH 14TH, 2016 11:51 AM On January 30, 2016, Muslims and non-Muslims alike gathered in Houston, Texas, for the most highly anticipated event of the season: the grand opening of IslamInSpanish’s Centro Islamico, a new nexus to bring Islam to Latinos. Bright, sunny, nearly cloudless skies graced the sizable throng, most seated under a protective canopy while the rest stood bathed in the warmth of a Texas winter’s sun. While children frolicked in inflatable castles, the crowd was regaled with speech after speech, each discourse augmenting the auspiciousness of the event, all building up to a momentous climax
Read MorePioneers of the Latin American Muslims Conversion to Islam in North America By Al-Hajj Yusuf Abdul Rahman Padilla-Alvarez February 2016 An early review of the beginnings of the first conversions of Puerto Ricans from the Latin American dispensation in North America into the religion of Islam from Newark, New Jersey. My name is Al-Hajj Yusuf Abdul Rahman, I was born Jose Angel Padilla-Alvarez, in El Corozo de Boqueron, Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico in 1954. My family migrated to New York then to Newark, New Jersey while I was still an infant. On the historical side, most Puerto Ricans migrated from Puerto
Read MoreBy Danny “Khalil” Salgado Islamic Horizons January/February 2020 Danny Salgado Zoom Session – YouTube
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