Presentations Overview

ISB has delivered many presentations, seminars and other educational programs to thousands of students, corporate employees, members of faith-based organizations, civic organizations, members of the media, law enforcement agents and hospital staffs.

Each of our presentations are customized to fit the needs of the hosting organization and are designed to achieve the following objectives:

• Correct any misinformation about Islam
• Give an overview on Islamic beliefs and practices
• Provide tailored information about Muslims as it relates to the needs of the host organization
• Foster a sustainable relationship between institutions and the local Muslim community

About Our Speakers

• ISB speakers are also certified after a rigorous process of training, testing and observation in live settings by veteran trainers.
• ISB speakers adhere to the First Amendment Center's guidelines on teaching about religion in the public schools. For more information on the guidelines, visit www.freedomforum.org.

Presentations offered by ISB

• Islam 101 - Gives an overview about beliefs, practices, demographics, holidays and culture.
• Women in Islam - Presentation focuses on the rights and responsibilities given to women in Islam.
• Current Issues - Provides a look from the Muslim perspective on current issues such as Jihad, women's rights, and more.
• Roots of Islam in America - This presentation covers the historical presence of Muslims in America.
• Islamic Contribution to Civilization - This eye-opening presentation begins with a review of the Dark Ages and moves forward through time noting the contributions Muslims have made to our society throughout history.
• Competency Training: Muslims and Arabs to Law Enforcement - Training provides a basic understanding of Islam and addresses the appropriate etiquette needed to deal with Muslims.
• Teacher and Administrator Workshop: Understanding Muslim Students - This workshop is geared towards any teacher or administrator working with Muslim students from elementary to high school. It provides an overview of Islam and also provides helpful hints on how best to work with Muslim students.
• Healthcare Providers Training: Healthcare for Muslim Patients - This training provides concrete guidelines on how to work with Muslim patients. Medical topics including labor and delivery and end-of-life issues are reviewed in this presentation.
• Corporate Training for Managers and Employees - Provides an understanding about Muslims in the workplace.