Petra Alsoofy
Petra Alsoofy
Senior Outreach & Partnerships Manager
Petra Alsoofy is the Senior Outreach and Partnerships Manager at the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU). ISPU, a nonprofit applied research organization, provides objective research and education about American Muslims to support well-informed dialogue and decision-making. Petra’s work at ISPU includes strengthening valued partnerships and creating new ones, ensuring ISPU’s research reaches the public and critical stakeholders such as policymakers, community and interfaith leaders, media professionals, and educators. She has developed and conducted various trainings and programs, including briefings on Capitol Hill, researchers’ convenings, major conference and media appearances, and subject area expert meetings on American Muslim communities.
Education
BA, Political Science, Grand Valley State University
Areas of Expertise
- Muslim Women
- Islamophobia
- Civic Engagement
- American Muslim Youth
- Interfaith Collaboration
Publications
Mental Health of Muslim Healthcare Workers During COVID-19
This study surveyed nearly 700 American Muslim HCW
22 April, 2022Black Muslims and Younger Muslims Least Likely to Be Vaccinated
This early data release from ISPU’s American
18 April, 2022Loss of Many Kinds: Financial and Health Impacts of COVID-19 on American Muslims
While many Americans have experienced financial, h
16 February, 2022Countering and Dismantling Islamophobia: A Guide for Individuals and Organizations
This toolkit is a collection of resources and prov
02 April, 2021Community in the Time of Corona: Documenting the American Muslim Response to the COVID-19 Crisis
ISPU set out to document stories of service from A
26 May, 2020
Interviews & Presentations
Petra Alsoofy speaks with The Islamic Association of Greater Detroit on statistical analyses of Muslim families/women in America.
Petra Alsoofy speaks on how to prevent anti-Muslim bullying in schools.
Petra Alsoofy speaks with Halal Metropolis about the impact the Muslim community is having during COVID-19.
Petra Alsoofy speaks with the Rumi Forum about Muslim women.
Petra Alsoofy moderates a panel and presents ISPU research on creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for Muslim converts.
Petra Alsoofy moderates a panel and presents ISPU research on creating a more inclusive mosque for Muslim young adults.
Petra Alsoofy is interviewed on ISPU Scholar Dr. Sahar Khamis’ show The Bridge on US Arab Radio to discuss American Muslim contributions and challenges.
Petra Alsoofy speaks on a panel discussion on Democracy and Religion with the the Hauenstein Center and Kaufman Interfaith Institute.
“The Muslim Vote: Why Our Vote Matters,” Emgage USA, July 30, 2020
“Interview with Dr. Debbie Almontaser,” University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, November 7, 2019
Media Appearances
How Muslim Americans pushed for political prominence post-9/11 | September 11 News | Al Jazeera
Muslim Americans confront legacy of 9/11 Islamophobia: ‘Unspoken tragedy’ – ABC News
What are the needs of Illinois’ growing Muslim population? | WBEZ Chicago
Detroit Evening Report: March 15 marks International Day to Combat Islamophobia
SZ.2/EP.29 of MotivateMe313 Podcast II Women Pioneers (Part 3) II with Petra Alsoofy
How Muslim Americans Pushed For Political Prominence Post-9/11
“In Battle for the Muslim Vote, Sanders Destroys the Competition: Poll,” Middle East Eye, March 6, 2020
“Neighborly Faith Urges Evangelicals to Find a ‘Third Way’ to Befriend Muslims,” Religion News Service, November 6, 2019
“Saturday Panel: The Muslim Midwest Experience, ft. Petra Alsoofy,” The Neighborly Faith Podcast, November 6, 2019