Current Issues Archives - Prince George's County Muslim Council

Boost Program

By Prince George's County Muslim Council | May 23, 2023

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Boost stands for “Broadening Options and Opportunities for Students Today”. BOOST has made a monumental difference in the lives of those receiving nearly 20,0000 scholarships since 2016. Polling has shown 74% approval for parent choice programs such as the BOOST Scholarship Program. There were a mere 16% opposed. Those who SUPPORT these programs included 70%…

Increased Demand for Emerging County Leaders Internships

By Prince George's County Muslim Council | May 23, 2023

A group of seven people pose in a council chamber, standing behind a desk labeled with "Prince George's County Council." The room features council member nameplates and a camera.

The Emerging County Leaders (ECL) Program was created in 2022 to provide practical experience to college students interested in civic affairs whether it is for professional or community interest. It is a summer internship for college students aged 18-25 that have completed at least two semesters of college. Interns work full-time at designated worksites in…

Advocation Improves Jumuah Services at PGC Department of Corrections Facility

By Prince George's County Muslim Council | May 23, 2023

Eight people standing in a line in an office meeting room, some wearing ID badges. A "TEAMWORK" poster is on the wall behind them. A table with a cup is partially visible in the foreground.

PGCMC joined Brother Buheira Abdus Sabour, and Imam Talib Abdus Samad to meet with Prince George’s County Department of Corrections Director Terrance Clarke to discuss improvements to the religious services that are being provided to the Muslim inmates at the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections facility in Upper Marlboro. Zainab Chaudry, Director of…