Press Releases View PDF [Warren, MI] The Islamic Organization of North America (IONA) strongly condemns the ongoing genocide in Gaza and the recent desecration of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli extremists, calling both actions part of a broader campaign of ethnic, cultural, and religious cleansing under Israeli occupation.On Memorial Day (05-26), far-right Israeli figures, including Itamar…
Press Releases View PDF Today is the anniversary of the 1948 Nakba, the catastrophe. over 750,000 Palestinians were expelled or fled from their homes. Hundreds of villages were depopulated or destroyed. Generations have since grown up in refugee camps, diaspora, and under military occupation — denied the right to return to their ancestral lands.For 77…
Press Releases View PDF [Flat Rock, MI] – The Islamic Organization of North America (IONA) joined faith leaders from across southeast Michigan for the annual National Day of Prayer held Thursday, May 1, at the Flat Rock Recreation Center. Hosted by the Flat Rock Community Foundation and supported by Mayor Steven Beller, the gathering brought…
Press Releases View PDF [Warren, MI] – Imam Mustapha Elturk, Ameer of the Islamic Organization of North America (IONA) and President of the IONA Masjid and Learning Center, was honored with the Samantha Woll Faith in Action Award at the Mary Turner Center for Advocacy’s annual event, recognizing their commitment to justice, unity, and community…
Press Releases View PDF [Warren, MI] – Today, the Islamic Organization of North America (IONA) proudly joins the Muslim community in observing the “Day of Ihsan” – a day dedicated to spreading kindness and goodwill to our neighbors in need. This annual tradition aligns with the spirit of “Ihsan,” meaning “excellence in character” and “acts…
IONA in the News Imam Steve Mustafa Elturk, president of the Islamic Organization of North America (IONA) is one of the community leaders calling for the removal of Wesley Arnold from the city’s historical commission because of several anti-Muslim social media posts he made. GINA JOSEPH – THE MACOMB DAILY The Michigan Chapter of Council…
IONA in the News The Imams Council of Michigan called for a cease-fire Monday following the expansion in the war between Gaza and Israel. The Israeli military said Monday it was carrying out “targeted ground raids” in villages close to the Israeli border. The council and residents gathered at the Bint Jebail Cultural Center hoping…
IONA in the News “It’s possible to treat your own students and alumni, not as enemies or outsiders, but as learned people of conscience worth listening to,” one pastor said Religious leaders gathered at Wayne State University to call for divestment from Israel and to admonish campus police for their treatment of pro-Palestinian activists. About…
Press Releases View PDF [Warren, MI] – In light of recent events and the undeniable atrocities committed under the leadership of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, we, as concerned citizens and advocates for human rights, demand immediate action. The evidence of war crimes is overwhelming and irrefutable. Prime Minister Netanyahu’s actions have resulted in the deaths…
Press Releases View PDF [Warren, MI] – Yesterday, July 15, a diverse group of religious leaders from across Metro Detroit gathered at the “W” sculpture of Wayne State University to address urgent issues: The immediate end to the genocide in Gaza. Wayne State’s complicity in genocide via their investments in weapons manufacturing. Encouraging the University…