Racialized State Surveillance of Arabs and Muslims

Join us for a screening of “The Feeling of Being Watched“ (2018), where director Assia Bandaoui investigates rumors of surveillance in her Arab-American neighborhood in Chicago. In the process, she uncovers “Operation Vulgar Betrayal, one of the largest FBI terrorism probes conducted before 9/11 and reveals its enduring impact on the community.

Following the film, Asad Dandia will discuss being a teenage Muslim plaintiff in a landmark lawsuit challenging the NYPD’s surveillance of Muslim communities, leading to a historic settlement. Asad will share his personal experience with unlawful surveillance and discuss the broader implications for civil rights and religious freedom.

Event is co-sponsored by CUNY MLSA, SJP, LALSA, IRAP, LPE and NLG

Tickets are free. Suggested donation of $10 or more.

Event is open to the public. RSVP required.

Host or Publisher CUNY Muslim Student Law Association