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Serious Concerns Over Milwaukee Police Chiefs Training Trip to Israel
The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) is deeply troubled by Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman’s participation in a counterterrorism training program in Israel from December 1–7, 2024, sponsored by the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA). This trip, occurring amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, raises serious concerns about the potential adoption of tactics that could harm marginalized communities, including Muslims, in Milwaukee. We stand with residents who expressed strong opposition at the recent Fire and Police Commission meeting. Learning from Israeli national police, whose methods have faced widespread international criticism, risks importing militarized approaches that could erode trust and lead to increased surveillance or profiling of Black, brown, and immigrant communities.
Green Bay Mayor, Local Leaders Affirm Support for Somali Community After Cinnabon Incident
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WLUK) -- Nearly a dozen elected, faith and civic leaders gathered in Green Bay Thursday to express their support for the area's Somali community about one week after a racist exchange at Bay Park Square Mall went viral online.
The confrontation, which was caught on camera, occurred between a Somali husband and wife and an employee at the Cinnabon stand inside the Ashwaubenon mall.
Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance: Congratulates winners in April 1st election
Wisconsin — The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) proudly congratulates a remarkable group of endorsed candidates who secured victories in the April 1, 2025 election. These wins represent a powerful step forward for inclusive, community-driven leadership across Wisconsin.
Tuesday’s Election: Muslim Candidates Run for Franklin and Madison Alders
In Tuesday’s election, Muslims are on the ballot for Wisconsin city council seats—Nabil Salous in Franklin and Abdirahman Siad in Madison. Two important statewide races will also be decided for a Wisconsin Supreme Court judge and the state superintendent of education.
Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance: Hosts inaugural advocacy day at the state capitol
Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) successfully hosted its first-ever Advocacy Day at the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison, bringing together community members, elected officials, and advocates to discuss key legislative issues impacting Muslim communities in Wisconsin. Held in the historic Senate Parlor Room, the event provided a powerful setting for participants to engage...
Protecting Wisconsin’s Constitution: A Call for Responsible Governance
As organizations committed to safeguarding democracy and protecting the rights of every voter in Wisconsin, we write today to raise our collective voices in defense of our state’s most important governing document, our constitution. Voters will have a constitutional amendment question on their April 1st ballot that will ask them to enshrine our current voter ID law in the Wisconsin Constitution.
Milwaukee groups to host 3rd Aldermanic District candidate forum at Zao MKE Church
MILWAUKEE — A candidate forum for Milwaukee's 3rd Aldermanic District seat will be held tonight.
The forum begins at 6 p.m. at Zao MKE Church, with all eight 3rd District aldermanic candidates expected to attend, according to a community organizer.
New WMCA survey finds Wisconsin Muslims engage politically and their politics demonstrate a strong commitment to faith
A new survey finds Wisconsin Muslims more likely to actively participate in the electoral process than the general Wisconsin public and that a strong commitment to religious beliefs drives their civic behavior, including their votes. Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance, a nonprofit organization that works to empower the Wisconsin Muslim community in political and civic engagement,
Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance Surveys Wisconsin Muslims to Help Raise Their Political Voice
If you are one of the almost 13,500 Muslims in Wisconsin in one of the voter demographic databases used by political campaigns and organizations, perhaps you just received the 2023 Wisconsin Muslim Survey via email or social media, or a phone call from Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance.

