The Dawoodi Bohras of Orange County and the Inland Empire welcomed interfaith neighbors, friends, and government officials to celebrate Eid al-Fitr and our shared commitment to service. The program began with prayers from our interfaith community members including Chaplain Randy Lester-Wilson from Jewish Temple Beth El Riverside, Nirmala Rao from the Hindu community, and Julius…
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May
May
Every day, women and children worldwide spend 200 million hours fetching water, often from contaminated sources – a stark reality underpinning the critical need for safe and accessible water resources. The Dawoodi Bohras of Seattle came together recently to support Mariyah Khambati, a passionate grade 9 student and member of the youth board of Water1st…
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May
May
Dawoodi Bohras around the world continue to fulfill their duty as responsible stewards of the earth by committing to environmental sustainability. One of the biggest pollutants in our natural environment is single-use plastics. The Dawoodi Bohras are addressing this issue through a range of waste initiatives, including recycling, composting, and reducing the use of plastic….
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May
May
The Dawoodi Bohra community of Fremont came together to celebrate Eid ul-Fitr at Mohammedi Masjid with a strong emphasis on patriotism, unity, and community service. The event was attended by esteemed state and local officials, congressional offices, and non-profit community partners. The event started with the raising of the US and California flags and young…
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Apr
Apr
The Dawoodi Bohras of New York recently organized a Ramadan iftar dinner for New York City Council Member Nantasha Williams, and representatives from New York City Police Department’s (NYPD) 113th Precinct, including Captain Meyers, Sergeant Rochener Gilot, and other officers. The event took place at the community’s new masjid complex in Springfield Boulevard, Queens, where…
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Apr
Apr
As the sun sets on a cool April evening, the azaan, or Islamic call to prayer, fills the prayer hall on Sunset Trail in Conroe. The congregants of Dawoodi Bohra of the Woodlands gather in the prayer hall to offer their evening prayers. Soon after, their day-long fast is broken with dates, sweetened milk, hot…
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Apr
Apr
The holy month of Ramadan holds great significance for Dawoodi Bohras all over the world. During this period of thirty days, Bohras come together to observe prayers and share iftar meals (breaking the daily fast). It is also a month of spiritual reflection and contemplation focused on communal growth. Daily services commence with the recitation…
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Apr
Apr
The Dawoodi Bohra Community of Collin County recently held their second annual Mehwar Pre-Eid Business Expo, a unique event designed to uplift women entrepreneurs within the community. The word ‘Mehwar’ means a balancing point, reflecting the constant juggling act that many women face between family, community responsibilities, work/business, and supporting one another along the way….
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Apr
Apr
The San Antonio Dawoodi Bohra community embraced the spirit of Ramadan by engaging in activities to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability, food security, and community wellbeing. Partnering with local stakeholders, including the Office of Converse Mayor Al Suarez and The San Antonio Food Bank, the community organized impactful events to reinforce their collective values. To…
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Apr
Apr
Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection and unity for Muslims around the world. It’s a time when the Dawoodi Bohra community comes together to connect with friends and neighbors, share goodwill, and celebrate our shared values. And this year, the Dawoodi Bohras of Collin County, Texas did just that – by hosting an iftar…