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Imani Jaafar-Mohammad Mohammad, Schiks & Jaafar P.A. Todd C. Scott Minnesota Lawyers Mutual

MLM Practice Management Webcast Series Effectively Working With Muslim Clients. Imani Jaafar-Mohammad Mohammad, Schiks & Jaafar P.A. Todd C. Scott Minnesota Lawyers Mutual. For webcast viewers in all states : Write down this code and save it.

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Imani Jaafar-Mohammad Mohammad, Schiks & Jaafar P.A. Todd C. Scott Minnesota Lawyers Mutual

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  1. MLM Practice Management Webcast Series Effectively Working With Muslim Clients Imani Jaafar-Mohammad Mohammad, Schiks & Jaafar P.A. Todd C. Scott Minnesota Lawyers Mutual

  2. For webcast viewers in all states: Write down this code and save it. At end of program, you will get an email from MLM. Use the code to complete the Attestation Form in the email. 64ML48

  3. Working Effectively with Muslim Clients ImaniJaafar-Mohammad, Esq. Murad Mohammad, Esq. Mohammad, Schiks and Jaafar, P.A. - www.msjlawmn.com

  4. Presentation Outline • Islam 101 for practitioners • Demographics • Misconceptions • Practice Tips • Interactive Exercise

  5. ISLAM • Meaning: Peace through submission to God (Allah) • Islam is the faith • Muslims are the followers • Muslims are multi-cultural • Common root word: S-L-M (peace) • Root of Islam is peace

  6. 5 Pillars of Islam • Declaration of Faith (Shahadah) • 5 Daily Prayers (Salat) • Fasting during Ramadan (Sawm) • Charitable Giving (Zakat) • Pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj)

  7. Shahadah • Affirmation that God (Allah) is worshipped alone and Muhammad is final messenger • Monotheism • No beings or entities associated with God (Allah)

  8. 5 Daily Prayers (Salat) • Approximately 2-4 hours for each prayer • 5-10 minutes for prayer • Important to pray within allotted time throughout the day • Need clean, quiet room • Can pray anywhere • Wudu- ritual cleansing • Friday congregational prayer (Jummah)

  9. Fasting (Sawm) • Ramadan is the most sacred month of the Islamic calendar • Fast sunrise to sunset (if able) • No water, gum, mints, etc • Purifies body and soul • Family and community gatherings • Possible accommodations for meeting times and breaking fast

  10. Charitable Giving (Zakat) • 2.5% of one’s wealth (if able) • Given first to family, then locally, then abroad • Can give to any person or organization in need • Purifies wealth and helps better society • Clients in need may be able to get assistance from local Masjid or community members

  11. Pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj) • Required once in a lifetime for those who are able • Attended by millions each year • Commemorates trials and tribulations of Hagar • Emphasizes bonds of humanity • Lifetime sins forgiven

  12. Quran (Holy Book of Muslims) • Written in Arabic • Includes stories of Prophets and Islamic history • Similar to Old Testament and Torah • Not changed since it appeared 1400 years ago • Recitation is an art form • Millions of Muslims memorize the entire Quran • Copies of Quran should be kept in a respectful manner

  13. Islamic Holidays - Eid • Festival of Fast-Breaking (Eid-ul-Fitr) • celebrated at the end of Ramadan • Festival of the Sacrifice (Eid-ul-Adha) • celebrated at the end of Hajj • Congregational morning prayer • Day spent celebrating with family with friends • Gifts optional

  14. Culture v. Religion • Many different cultures fall under the banner of Islam • Cultural practices are often wrongly attributed to the religion • Important differences between culture and religion • Voluntary Immigrant v. Refugee dynamic

  15. Demographics • 3 largest Muslim populations: • India/Pakistan/Bangladesh (400-450 million) • Africa (400 million) • Middle East (280 million) • Muslims in Europe, Asia, and Australia in large numbers • US Muslim population: 7 million • Evenly divided between African Americans, Southeast Asians, and Arabs • Twin Cities: 150,000 (50,000-70,000 est. to be Somali) • Total World Population: 1.5 billion (1/4 of world population)

  16. Muslim Population Map • www.islamproject.org

  17. Misconceptions • Terrorism is NOT condoned or supported. • “Holy War” does not exist in Islam. The real meaning of Jihad is “struggle” • Islam promotes equal and fair treatment of women – see marriage, divorce division of assets, and voting rights as examples. • Hejab (head covering) means “protection” and is a form of worship for women that allows them to be respected for their intellect. Men also have Hejab requirements.

  18. Practice Tips • Be educated and know where stereotypes can cause challenges to representation • Separate culture and religion when possible • Be open to accommodations • Non-judgmental environment • Find common ground

  19. Contact information • Imani Jaafar-Mohammad, Esq. • E-mail: ijaafar@msjlawmn.com • Phone: 651-264-3083 • Website: www.msjlawmn.com

  20. For webcast viewers in all states: Write down this code and save it. At end of program, you will get an email from MLM. Use the code to complete the Attestation Form in the email. 64ML48

  21. Questions about today’s program? Contact: Todd C. Scott VP Risk Management riskmanagement@mlmins.com 800-422-1370

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