American Muslim Advisory Council
Coverage of American Muslim Advisory Council in the Nexus archive.
- Nashville mosque bolsters security after box truck with anti-Muslim messages targets the site
The Islamic Center of Nashville increased its security measures after a box truck displaying anti-Muslim messages, including "deport all Muslims," was spotted outside the mosque. The incident prompted concerns from community leaders about rising Islamophobic rhetoric across Tennessee and led to the center allocating additional funds for safety enhancements.
- Nashville expanding access to free eviction support services to help people stay in their homes
Nashville is expanding its Eviction Right to Counsel program with $4.5 million in funding, doubling its budget to provide legal support for low-income renters facing eviction. The program, now permanent under the city’s new budget, aims to help over 1,000 households annually by offering legal representation, rental assistance, and mediation through a coalition of five organizations.