ISB Atlanta Programs
ISB Atlanta sends trained, certified speakers to schools, universities, healthcare providers, law enforcement agencies, civic and faith-based organizations, and cultural institutions across the region.
Educating communities. Building understanding. One conversation at a time.
Presentations are customized to fit the needs of our hosts and can address specific topics — from medicine and law to finance and interfaith dialogue.
About the Bureau
Each program provides information about Islam and Muslims, answers audience questions, and models the cultivation of intergroup relationships. Whether you’re hosting a school assembly, a professional development session, or a community forum, our speakers meet your audience where they are.
Available Presentations
Provides an overview of Muslim beliefs, demographics, practices, and common misconceptions about Islam and Muslims.
Recommended for: Middle and high schools, universities, and civic and faith-based organizations
Examines the role of women in Islam and showcases important Muslim women in history and the modern world. Suitable for courses related to women’s studies, world religions, and civil rights.
Recommended for: Middle and high schools, universities, and civic and faith-based organizations
Offers a deeper insight into the fasting observance of Muslims, including the significance of the month, calendar, timing, rules of fasting, who can and cannot fast, and the practices of Muslims during this month.
Recommended for: Advanced high school students, universities, and civic and faith-based organizations
Introduces the Muslim scriptures, the Quran; the process of revelation according to Muslim sources; its structure and organization; and its position in the development of Muslim societies. Also includes a suggested approach to verses considered controversial, such as ones pertaining to warfare.
Recommended for: Advanced high school students, universities, and civic and faith-based organizations
Developed specifically for law enforcement at the federal, state, and local levels in non-emergency situations. Offers insight into effectively interacting with American Muslim communities and building sustainable relationships. The interactive workshop can include case studies and role-plays.
Recommended for: Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies
Developed for the healthcare community (hospitals, hospice, chaplaincy, medical students, and doctor’s offices). An interactive introduction to American Muslims, Islamic concepts, and cultural competency around Muslim patients, including information specific to healthcare situations (HIPAA, etc.) and audience scenario participation.
Recommended for: Hospitals, hospice, chaplaincy programs, medical students, and healthcare providers
Offers insight into Muslim end-of-life beliefs, practices, and considerations, along with practical guidance on supporting patients and their families with sensitivity and respect.
Recommended for: Chaplains, healthcare providers, hospice staff, and social workers
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Request a speaker for your school, organization, or group — or let us know if you’re interested in joining our certified speaker network.
