

Dear friends and comrades,





As I have traveled across the country, speaking at more than 150 universities and colleges, one topic that young people continue to struggle with is religion and its views on sexuality. For Muslims, sex and sexuality are very private topics and are seldom openly discussed. This often leads to a "clash of cultures" on campus. But like other taboo topics, religion and sex *must* be openly discussed.





I've been fortunate to meet hundreds of students around the country to create dialogue on this extremely sensitive topic.

I continue to be amazed how this discussion can become an opportunity for communities to come together and build bridges of understanding. Because this so-called "clash of cultures" is only a manifestation of fear.







"Hidden Voices: The Lives of LGBT Muslims"

aims to highlight the many struggles and challenges facing sexual and gender minorities within the Muslim world and to examine the complex intersection of Islam, sexuality and gender. This dynamic presentation

delves into an area seldom discussed: The challenges and achievements of LGBT Muslims.





Students, staff and faculty at campuses around the United States are creating social change for marginalized communities. I'm grateful to be a small part of these achievements.



I hope to visit your school soon to engage in what promises to be a dynamic conversation.



Sincerely,



Faisal