Communications Department

• Educates by offering media training programs for communities and youth, developing educational experiences for those working with media.  

• Advocates by developing positive messaging campaigns about Islam & Muslims, positive relationships with local media agencies and personnel, and facilitate speaking opportunities for  Muslim authorities in different fields. 
   
• Mobilizes by creating  social media campaigns to respond to callas of action related to CAIR’s mission. 

Communications Committee

• Comprises of critical community leaders and influencers in the area of Communication. This includes journalism, news outlets, and social media. An ideal member will inform committee members and Communication Director on opportunities and resources that will better position CAIR to advance its Civil Rights Department.
• Communication Committee should not exceed 7 members
• Communication Committee members are appointed by the Board.
• Communication Committee members serve for two years. 
• Communication Committee meets once a month
• Assigned staff: Communication Director 

Committee Members Criteria 

1- Professional communications background
2- Connections with media agencies and outlets and/or the Muslim community
3- Familiarity with communications issues within the Muslim community
4- Time commitment of 2-3 hours/ week if needed.

Application Form

Other CAIR-DFW Departments

Government Affairs department

• Educates by offering policy and political  education, candidates forums, Know Your Government presentations, and Meet Your Rep training. 
   
• Advocates by organizing Texas Capitol Day, National Day of Advocacy, Immigrants Rights advocacy activities and local policy-related campaigns.
   
• Mobilizes by organizing voter registration drive campaigns and developing alliances with like-minded organizations