Abdul-Alim Mubarak-Rowe: Islam and Social Justice

Abdul-Alim Mubarak-Rowe spoke on this topic at Essex Ethical in 2001. We feel, especially in view of the interest stirred by our Nov. 6 program on Islam, that it is a good time for him to revisit the subject for us. Mubarak-Rowe is Communications Director for the New Jersey Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ), serving as spokesperson to news media and to the public. He develops content for the organization’s newsletter, website and press releases. He is CAIR-NJ’s liaison to the New Jersey Congressional delegation, representing voices of the state’s diverse Muslim population. Mubarak-Rowe is a communications expert, journalist, and educator. He conducts workshops on political empowerment and civic engagement. For 30 years he worked in television broadcasting as an editor, cameraman and producer. Previously he was with CNN, New York, producing and editing. In addition to his professional pursuits, Mubarak-Rowe has extensive experience as an educator and lecturer. He teaches religious history and comparative religion at churches and synagogues throughout New Jersey. In addition, he consults to Islamic organizations nationwide. Mubarak-Rowe lives in Maplewood, NJ, with his wife and two daughters.