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Mission & Objectives
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Mission
Universal Muslim Association of America (UMAA) seeks to provide a forum to foster
unity among Muslims, to encourage Muslims to participate in the civic and
political responsibilities, to dispel misgivings about Islam and the Muslims and
help fellow Americans better understand Islam in the light of Qur'an and the
teachings and practice of the Prophet Muhammad (s) and his Ahlul Bayt (a), and
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take all necessary measures to help implement the UMAA Objectives that, among
other things, include social, religious, economic and political advancement of
Muslims in America.
Objectives
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Provide a Thinkers' Forum for the Muslims living in the United States
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Facilitate discussion on Social, Political and Economic issues
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Encourage Muslims to vote and to participate in the political process
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Promote better understanding of Islam through Inter-Faith dialog
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Encourage research on contemporary issues unique to living in the west
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Coordinate with the Media to help educate it on issues relating to Islam
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Provide a common platform and forum for the Muslim youth
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Organize Conventions, Seminars and workshops to help achieve objectives
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Cooperate and coordinate with other organizations pursuing similar goals
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Publish newsletters, brochures and written materials to impart information
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Raise funds for the organization
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Create Secretariat to help implement the goals and objectives of the organization
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