As salam wa alaikum Brothers and Sisters, I would like to draw your attention to the latest MPAC.ie campaign. The hope is to garner support within the Muslim community to lobby the national broadcaster for greater inclusion. There have been discussions in the past but as yet, Islam and Muslims remain on the fringe of society and largely alienated - RTE could offset this exclusion by following the example of Sweden and other European states which have dedicated shows to cater for their Muslim populations. These are tentative steps on the road to full equality and inclusion, but MPAC.ie believe that the more ordinary Irish people have an opportunity to engage with and understand Muslims and Islam, the better we can all deal with differences and suspicions fueled by media. Disengagement has not helped, people want to know about us, they want to know what we think and silence has benefited no one. It's time for Muslims to participate more actively and it's time for Ireland to understand that we are here to stay. Please take a few moments of your time and write to RTE.
Mujaahid
PS - you might also consider writing to An Post regarding Eid celebratory stamps (if they can print Christmas stamps for Christians, why not Eid stamps for Muslims???).
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