Claim Your Voice. Build Power for Justice.

Together, we stand for a future where every Muslim in Minnesota has the opportunity to create change.

By voting, we fight for our families, our businesses, and our values. Your vote is your voice—use it to build a just and equitable future.

The Muslim Coalition of ISAIAH represents thousands of Muslim Minnesotans who are dedicated to advancing racial and economic justice across the state.

Through deep partnership and collaboration with Faith in Minnesota and ISAIAH, we are committed to building a better future for all Minnesotans—ensuring that our voices are heard and our rights are protected.

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Significant wins
in 2024

Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML):

The Muslim Coalition of ISAIAH played a role in advocating for equitable family leave, providing up to 20 weeks combined leave with progressive wage replacement and job protections. This benefits East African and Muslim communities, allowing low-income families, especially large ones, to care for loved ones without risking their jobs.

Childcare and Early Education:

The Muslim Coalition of ISAIAH, along with other groups, supported the creation of a new Department for Children, Youth, and Families, enhancing childcare assistance and making COVID childcare stabilization grants permanent. This initiative aims to provide better support to Muslim minority families, especially those needing accessible childcare and involved in minority-owned businesses. The new department will also consolidate youth investments and programs previously spread across various state departments.

Democracy for the People Act:

The Muslim Coalition of ISAIAH helped push for automatic voter registration, voter protection from intimidation, language support and access to voting education. This particularly benefits non-English speaking East African and Muslim families, ensuring they can vote without harassment.

Restore the Vote:

The Muslim Coalition of ISAIAH supported BBCC and the restore the vote coalition to restoring voting rights to 55,000 Minnesotans, including many in the Muslim and undocumented communities, empowering them to fully participate in civic life.

Driver’s Licenses for All:

The Muslim Coalition of ISAIAH worked with others and played supportive role to restore driver's licenses for undocumented community members, allowing them to legally drive, work, and access critical services. This resulted with many working and driving for ride share companies.

Affordable Housing Investment:

The Muslim Coalition of ISAIAH fought for the  $1 billion investment in affordable housing, creating new rental assistance programs and first-time homebuyer grants, including no-interest options. This helps Muslims who avoid interest in buying homes, supporting financial stability.

Tax Fairness and Child Tax Credit:

Muslim coalition with partners and other bases in ISAIAH secured the country’s best Child Tax Credit, up to $1,275 per child for families making under $65,000, cutting childhood poverty by one-third. This significantly benefits East African and Muslim families with many children.

Small Minority Businesses:*

Muslim coalition fought with KCOU to secure Funding and increase the CCAP for childcare providers and small minority businesses, helping Muslim-owned childcare services by raising reimbursement rates and increasing support for minority entrepreneurs.

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Transformative Impact What we won TOGETHER

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Legislative Wins Achieved

Since 2018, MCI has been at the forefront of driving policy changes on paid leave, clean energy, and voting rights restoration, completing the majority of these policies in the 2023 legislative session.

55,000

Minnesotans Restored Voting Rights

Through our leadership in the Restore the Vote coalition, we helped reinstate voting rights for 55,000 Minnesotans on parole, probation, or supervisory release.

60,000+

Thousands of Muslim Voter Contacts

MCI has made thousands of voter contacts in the state of Minnesota.

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How can I get involved?

Joining MCI is easy! Simply reach out to one of our core leadership teams in your area or join our WhatsApp group.

What is the pledge to vote?

By taking the MCI Pledge to Vote, you are committing to use your voice in upcoming elections to support policies that empower our community. The pledge helps us keep track of those who are voting and allows us to provide resources and reminders leading up to Election Day.

What does MCI do?

MCI is the largest vehicle for Muslim political organizing in Minnesota, advocating for racial and economic justice. We organize around key issues such as affordable housing, childcare access, voting rights, and alternative financing, ensuring our community's voice is heard at the local and state levels.

Why is voting important for the Muslim Community?

Voting is one of the most powerful ways to make sure our community is represented in the decisions that affect us. By voting, we push for policies that reflect our values, support our families, and create opportunities for our youth. Every vote builds a stronger future for the Somali and Muslim community in Minnesota.

How can I stay connected with MCI’s work?

To stay updated on MCI's campaigns, events, and actions, you can sign up for our newsletter, follow us on social media, or attend our monthly community meetings. Together, we can continue building power for justice in our communities.

Our Goals

Charting Our Course. Vision for the Future

As we move forward, our movement remains dedicated to achieving bold and attainable goals that will lead us toward a brighter future for East African youth in Minnesota.

Our vision includes innovative initiatives, expanded outreach, and impactful collaborations that focus on overcoming opioid use disorders through culturally relevant support and education, actively addressing systemic challenges and advancing the well-being of the communities we serve.

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