new York Police Organization (NYPD) Muslim Police Association, the third day of the month of Ramadan, the first “Hilal Burning Ceremony”, NYPD, more than 3 thousand Muslim police officers working in the body of NYPD, to emphasize the spiritual values of the month of Ramadan and to establish stronger ties with the society.
“We wanted to reflect the spiritual atmosphere of Ramadan”
Ali Hamutoğlu, who worked as a superintendent in the New York Police Organization, also played an important role in the organization of the event as the Vice President of the NYPD Muslim Police Association.
Hamutoğlu said in a statement, “We founded our association about 19 years ago. Since then, we have organized different activities and established a connection between the Muslim people and NYPD. Month of Ramadan On the occasion, we wanted to reflect the spiritual atmosphere of Ramadan by making an ornament within the organization. This event was an important step to show that Muslim policemen in the organization realized that they realized Ramadan and to strengthen social solidarity. “
“The Muslim presence in NYPD becomes more visible every day”
Hamutoğlu stated that there are more than 3,000 Muslim police officers in the New York Police Organization and that approximately 100 of them are of Turkish origin. “Our number may be less, but the Muslim presence in NYPD becomes more visible every day,” he said.
“Hilal is one of the symbols of Muslim faith”
NYPD Muslim Police Association President Captain Waheed Akhtar, the Crescent burning ceremony, as a symbol of Muslim belief, as well as a sign of unity and inclusiveness within the organization, “Crescent is one of the symbols of Muslim faith. It enabled us to emphasize our common values by bringing. ” he said. Akhtar said that the event aims to raise awareness not only for Muslim police, but also for all employees and visitors within NYPD, and said, “Everyone who sees the crescent will gain consciousness about what the month of Ramadan means. he said.
“NYPD Police Chief will also join”
The NYPD Muslim Police Association aims not only to raise awareness with religious symbols, but also to strengthen the ties of Muslim police with the community by organizing iftar programs.
Since 2018, the Association has been organizing iftar organizations with wide participation in the NYPD General Directorate of Security. Hamutoğlu said that 700-800 people will be hosted in the iftar program to be held on March 20 this year and the senior officials of NYPD will participate in this organization, “The month of Ramadan is not only the month of fasting and worship. It is also a month of solidarity and sharing. will open iftar together. ” he said.
The event brought together different belief communities
The event brought together not only the Muslim policemen, but also the officials of different beliefs within NYPD. At the ceremony, New York Police General Director Jessica Tisch, NYPD’s official imam Tahir Kukaj, Jewish rabbi Alvin Kaas and priest David Cassato also took part.
Police General Director Jessica Tisch spoke
Police General Director Jessica Tisch, NYPD should be an inclusive organization that respects different beliefs, “NYPD has a structure that represents all segments of society. There are many people in the police organization and this diversity is our power. Today’s activity, not only for the Muslim society,” he said.
“I am honored to be here”
Rabbi Alvin Kaas, the representative of Jewish society, pointed out the importance of inter -religious tolerance, “Ramadan is an important period of worship for Muslims, but we can come together as individuals of different beliefs and share our common human values. Today I am honored to be here.” he said.
Pastor Cassato emphasized the importance of inter -religious dialogue
Pastor David Cassato, NYPD emphasizing the importance of interreligious dialogue in NYPD, the event carries a message of unity and solidarity, he said.
The event will be held every year
The ceremony ended with the participants praying together to give tolerance and life messages together. Then, at the iftar dinner, police officers and NYPD executives with different beliefs came together at the same table by sharing the spiritual spirit of Ramadan.
The first time this year is aimed to make the event traditional in the coming years and the New York Police Organization plans to organize this meaningful event every year.
(UAV)