2015 AMP Conference: Full Schedule

6:15pm CST

Unite for Palestine – Introductions and Icebreakers

Come meet the other young adults at AMP’s conference this weekend. Get to know each other during icebreakers and take advantage of the opportunity to make new friends! Find out what to expect during the weekend and learn more about the conference.

Thursday November 26, 2015 6:15pm - 7:15pm CST
London

Youth Track

9:45pm CST

Film Screening

Thursday November 26, 2015 9:45pm - 11:00pm CST
London

Youth Track

10:15am CST

From Palestine to Syria: Making the Connection

In this session, learn about the Islamic significance of Bilad Ash-Sham and understand the similarities and differences in these war-torn areas. Find out how to contribute and help those in need while learning about ways to get involved.

Moderators

Islam Jaber

Speakers

Imran Salha

Imran Salha currently the religious coordinator at the Islamic Center of Wheaton and also serves as an advisor for MAS Youth Chicago. Imran and his wife are currently medical students doing their rotations here in the Chicago area.

Omar Tawil

Friday November 27, 2015 10:15am - 11:30am CST
London

Youth Track

1:45pm CST

Syrian Refugee Crisis

In recent months, we’ve been hearing a lot about Syrians who have fled their homes to seek safety from the civil war. Listen to a panel of Syrian refugees and hear about their experiences as well as how they’ve been able to handle the struggle.

Moderators

Talat Suleiman

Speakers

Suzanne Sahloul

Friday November 27, 2015 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
London

Youth Track

3:15pm CST

History of Palestine

You think you know your Palestinian history? How about all of the major events that have led to the Palestine we know today? How about the monumental moments in history that are often moments in Palestine’s history in order to better understand the current events in Palestine. undiscussed? Come join us to learn about the pivotal

Speakers

Hisham Al-Qaisi

Friday November 27, 2015 3:15pm - 4:30pm CST
London

Youth Track

6:30pm CST

Friday Night Live FNL

FNL comes to AMP! We’re all familiar with FNL but how about when we bring it to you at the AMP conference? Join us as we continue with our tradition of FNL.

Speakers

Sharifa Abdallah

Gihad Ali

Friday November 27, 2015 6:30pm - 7:45pm CST
London

Youth Track

8:00pm CST

Open Mic

Come share your talents and discover new ones! At open mic, we’ll have spoken word, poetry, and many other intriguing and fun talents to share with others.

Moderators

Omar Tawil

Speakers

Abdallah Jasem

Omar Offendum

Friday November 27, 2015 8:00pm - 9:00pm CST
London

Youth Track

2:15pm CST

Plaster Workshop

The Dome of the Rock has symbolized the Palestinian narrative for many years. Join us to construct a plaster replica of the beautiful and historically significant Dome of the Rock, while having a great time with your friends and learning about the significance of the historic site.

Speakers

Leena Suleiman

Saturday November 28, 2015 2:15pm - 3:30pm CST
London

Youth Track

3:45pm CST

The Social Experiment

With greatness comes great responsibility. At least that’s what we heard! Becoming vocal about your political opinions often leads to the strong objections and arguments of some of those around you. Learn how to respond to the backlash that comes with becoming active in your community.

Moderators

Islam Jaber

Speakers

Mohamed Zeyara

Mohamed Zeyara, with more than one million "likes" on his Facebook page, is a public figure educating the public about Palestine. He was born in Canada but raised in Gaza, where many of his family still reside. Mr. Zeyara lost some family members in Israel's latest attack on Gaza... Read More →

Saturday November 28, 2015 3:45pm - 5:00pm CST
London

Youth Track

6:15pm CST

Current Events in Al Quds

Israeli policies in Jerusalem are threatening not just peace in the region but Masjid Al Aqsa - Islam’s third holiest site. This session will explore the Islamic history and significance of Jerusalem, how the holy city is central to human rights work around the world and how Al Aqsa mosque’s existence is threatened.

Speakers

Imran Salha

Omar Tawil

Saturday November 28, 2015 6:15pm - 7:30pm CST
London

Youth Track