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At the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU), we envision an America where Muslims are thriving and equal. And we believe that relevant, rigorous research in the right hands will help us get there. Our work strengthens Muslim communities and equips those working toward full and equitable inclusion with solution-seeking research. Learn about our impact→
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Founded in 2002, ISPU has been at the forefront of discovering trends and opportunities that impact American Muslims for almost 20 years. We’re a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that builds understanding and strengthens communities by laying a foundation of facts. As the only organization of our kind, we’re the go-to source for anyone seeking information about Muslims in America and issues that impact them. We also share what we know in easily digestible ways with the general public, policymakers, media professionals, community leaders, and more. ISPU has offices both in Dearborn, Michigan, and Washington, D.C. Meet our staff in D.C. and Michigan→
Founded in 2002, ISPU has been at the forefront of discovering trends and opportunities that impact American Muslims for almost 20 years. We’re a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that builds understanding and strengthens communities by laying a foundation of facts. As the only organization of our kind, we’re the go-to source for anyone seeking information about Muslims in America and issues that impact them. We also share what we know in easily digestible ways with the general public, policymakers, media professionals, community leaders, and more. ISPU has offices both in Dearborn, Michigan, and Washington, D.C. Meet our staff in D.C. and Michigan→
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First, we discover new data through rigorous research. Our publications, including our American Muslim Poll, provide much-needed insight into issues impacting not just Americans who are Muslim but all of us. Explore our publication library→
Next, we use what we learn to educate the general public and raise awareness. We reach millions of people every year through in-person and digital education events, exhibits, convenings, media coverage, and more. See our events calendar→
Finally, we provide resources for journalists, policymakers, community leaders, teachers, advocates, and others to use in their own work. Equipping others multiplies our impact as the data lives on in the work of those who catalyze change. Explore our toolkits→
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We actively seek to work with, not in competition against, others in the field.
We conduct research to find solutions that are realistic and implementable.
Our research is objective, thorough, and evidence based.
We conduct research on what is relevant now to American Muslim communities.
We continuously look for emerging challenges and opportunities.
Quality and professionalism are key to all that we do.