What We Do
Defend People
Our Civil Rights team and Immigrant Justice Project provide FREE legal counseling and referrals for Muslims in Washington state. Read More.
Empower Muslims
Our Policy and Advocacy team works to increase civic engagement and to ensure our laws and lawmakers reflect the diversity of our state. Read More.
Build Community
Our Outreach team works to connect the Muslim community in Washington state to one another and to resources and opportunities. Read More.
Amplify Muslim Voices
Our Media team works to elevate Muslim voices through authentic storytelling and real representation. Read More.
Latest News
CAIR-WA Calls for Hate Crime Probe of Vandalism Targeting Kent Mosque
(SEATTLE, WA, 12/30/2024) – The Washington state chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-WA), a chapter of the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization,...
How to Stay Engaged During the Legislative Session
As January approaches, the new Legislative session Olympia does as well. Washington state's legislature will be in session from January 13, 2025 to April 27, 2025. It is important to understand that...
Planning for Potential Immigration Policy Changes in 2025
As we prepare for the incoming Trump administration, we are looking ahead to possible immigration policy changes. What are these potential changes? Possible changes may include the following. Making...
CAIR, CAIR-WA Demand Microsoft Rehire Staffers Fired for Organizing Anti-Genocide Vigil
(WASHINGTON, D.C., 10/27/2024) - The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, and its Washington state chapter (CAIR-WA)...
CAIR-WA Reaffirms Muslims Have the Right to Serve Their Constituents in Every Election
(SEATTLE, WA, 10/18/2024) – The Washington state chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-WA) today reaffirmed the right of all Americans, including devout American Muslims, to run...
CAIR-WA Report Shows Washington State Muslims Overwhelmingly Likely to Have Experienced Bias or Discrimination
Civil rights group publishes first-ever report on demographics and discrimination of Washington state Muslims (SEATTLE, WA, 9/25/2024) – The Washington state chapter of the Council on...
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Our mission is to enhance the understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower Muslims residing in Washington.
WE ARE ZAKAT ELIGIBLE
Zakat donations will be allocated to CAIR-WA's Legal, Programs, Government Affairs, and Advocacy work. Donations will not be used for banquets, speakers' fees, rent, and other office related expenses.
CAIR Washington is qualified to receive zakat.