Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center

Selecting an Event Over the course of the semester, our class was told to participate in a community event different from our own culture. It was actually very hard deciding where I should attend, for the fact; I knew very little of what was available in the area. When it came to figuring out what type of event I wanted to attend I knew that I wanted it to be somewhere that I knew that I could learn from to help with my future practice in social work. I eventually decided on attending a Coffee, Cake and True Islam event hosted at the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Center.
Details of Experience When it was time to actually enter the center I was honestly nervous. Before arriving, I did a bit more research on what would be viewed as appropriate in attending the community center. Learning that facility was a sacred place that Muslims would go and pray and enjoy each other’s company. I took in consideration to dress modestly and bring a friend along. Once stepping foot inside the center, with a group of other individuals, I was greeted with smiles and constant “hello’s, welcome, come in, and don’t be afraid”. Everyone that greeted me only ensured me that the community center was a place open to all. Shortly after entering the center a man who was an active …show more content…
I was able to learn about a religion other than my own and how certain views towards another culture can be different once you actually encounter an individual of that culture. I never thought that I would be invited to their environment with such positivity as I did, with hearing of the stereotypes that are associated with their religion. I know that those of the Muslim culture who practice Islam are very involved in charity work and are strong advocates for peace. The strong views towards Muslims being violent was far from my experience. The event even had me consider returning to learn more about