119 Members of Congress Oppose "Sharia Free America" Caucus and Anti Muslim Legislation

The Shia Muslim Foundation strongly condemns the deadly attack on the Islamic Center of San Diego, where three men were killed. SMF calls for a full hate crime investigation, expanded mosque security coordination, and government action to protect Muslim houses of worship across the United States.

The Shia Muslim Foundation and Idara-e-Jaferia Islamic Center recently co-hosted their inaugural Community Safety and Security Summit in Burtonsville, Maryland, bringing together Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth, Maryland Governor's Office of Homeland Security Director Marcia Deppen, and MCPD Commander Jason Cokinos for a landmark gathering focused on the safety of the Shia Muslim community.

A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, the largest mosque in San Diego County, became breaking national news just one day after the Shia Muslim Foundation's Safety and Security Summit addressed the urgent need to protect Muslim houses of worship. SMF Executive Director Rahat Husain called the attack a brutal confirmation of the dangers Muslim institutions continue to face.

The Shia Muslim Foundation attended a Hajj travel and return briefing hosted by the Muslim Public Affairs Council, with representatives from the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. This brief covers official guidance on safe travel, scam awareness, social media rules, and reentry requirements for American Muslims performing Hajj this year.

SMF met with Congressman Jamie Raskin on Capitol Hill to discuss FBI coordination for mosque security across Maryland, joined by a representative from UMAA.

Here's a 500-character excerpt you can use: --- Leaders of the United Muslim American Association (UMAA), the Shia Muslim Foundation (SMF), Idara e Jaferia, and Dr. Noor Zaidi met with U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen at his Washington, D.C. office. The meeting addressed key concerns facing the American Muslim community, including civil liberties, community safety, and federal engagement with Muslim organizations across the country.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Shia Muslim Foundation (SMF) today issued an urgent mandate to American Shia Muslims: Commit fully to civic participation. Voting represents the primary and most powerful mechanism for community defense. Participation in every election cycle: local, state, and federal, directly determines the future security of our institutions, our civil rights, and our families. Silence in the political process guarantees marginalized status. Pol

SMF calls for urgent security, training, and funding to protect Shia mosques from rising threats.

16 year old plotted to bomb Shia mosque IEC Husaini. FBI foiled the plan. SMF warns: this is part of a rising wave of anti-Shia violence.

Washington, D.C. — The Shia Muslim Foundation (SMF), in partnership with Idara-e-Jaferia, is proud to announce a timely public event...

Governor Wes Moore hosted Maryland’s first official Eid celebration. SMF’s Rahat Husain attended the historic, inclusive gathering.

SMF attended the Congressional Iftar, where Rep. André Carson announced the Eid Days Act to make Eid al-Fitr & Eid al-Adha federal holidays.

Imam Razawi’s role in the Drumlanrig Accord is a historic step for Muslim-Jewish unity and cooperation.

SMF is addressing the detention of a Shia scholar at JFK. We’ve reached out to the White House & DHS to ensure fairness and due process.

SMF met with Maryland officials to discuss state-level strategies to counter Islamophobia and ensure inclusion of Shias in key initiatives.