American Muslims
Subtitle: a journalist's guide to understanding Islam and Muslims
By: CAIR
Publisher: CAIR
Published: 2007
Place of publication: Washington, D.C.]
Language: eng
Number of pages: 55
Subjects: Muslims; Religion and the press; Customs and practices; Journalism; Islam in mass media; Islam
Other titles: Journalist's guide to understanding Islam and Muslims; CAIR media guide
Description: Although coverage of Islam has increased in the past few years, many Muslims believe their faith continues to be misunderstood. This guide is designed to give media professionals the tools they need to gain a better understanding of Islam and to write more informed stories about Muslims.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: Understanding Islam; title: The American Muslim community; title: Reporting on Muslims, Islam in the media; title: Guidelines for interacting with Muslims; title: Making contacts; title: Addressing common questions.