“Is there something wrong with being Muslim in this country? The answer is no, that’s not America.”
– General Colin Powell –
National Campaign to Share the Untold Stories of Muslims in America
62% of Americans have never met a Muslim.
Do you know a Muslim? Share your story through Youtube.
CALL TO ACTION
Recent mosque protests and congressional hearings on American Muslims are all unfortunate examples of a rising tide of fear.
This climate of suspicion towards our fellow Americans compromises the great values that our country was founded upon.
We are calling on concerned Americans like yourself to share a real life story about a Muslim friend, neighbor, or colleague that you admire.
Be the first to upload your video story to be included in this new national campaign.
HOW IT WORKS
Please submit only one video that is under three minutes. Once you’ve uploaded your video, send us the link via e-mail with the subject heading “My Muslim Story.”
QUICK TIPS
Positioning
Please sit directly in front of the camera/webcam and make sure to look into it when you speak.
Sound quality
Please make sure to record your video in a quiet setting. Keep machinery and walking traffic in mind when recording.
Lighting
Try to have light shine on your face from behind the camera. Natural lighting is superior to artificial letting. The best time of the day to use natural lighting is one hour before sunset. Avoid recording at night or in the dark room.
Youtube Account
In order to upload your video, you must have a valid YouTube account. If you don’t have an account, sign up at www.youtube.com.
DEADLINE
Deadline for all story submissions is Friday April 15th at 11:59pm.
HAVE A GREAT STORY BUT NO CAMERA?
If you have a great story but don’t have a camera to record it, the first 30 stories will qualify to receive a free flip cam courtesy of UPF. (www.theflip.com). For more information, send us an e-mail with the word “FREE FLIP CAM” in the subject heading.
BECOME A STORYSEEKER!
We’re always on the lookout for stories from people with Muslim friends. If you want to join our team of storyseekers, please contact us (see below).
ABOUT UPF
This campaign is being spearheaded by Unity Productions Foundation (http://www.upf.tv), a nonprofit foundation that works to create peace through the media.
CONTACT US
Khuram Zaman
443-223-0308
Daniel Tutt
202-298-8088