Islamic Resource Center/Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition

The Islamic Resource Center (IRC) opened in 2011 as a physical headquarters for the Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition (MMWC).

The IRC has the only Islamic lending library in the state of Wisconsin. It holds a large event space for children’s summer programs, educational workshops, international speaker presentations, book clubs, community networking brunches and art exhibitions.

Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition (MMWC) began in 1994 as a local resource organization dedicated to promoting an accurate understanding of Islam and Muslim women. The mission is to lead positive community change through advocacy, dialogue, education, using faith-based values to ensure dignity and equity for all.

Other main projects of MMWC include the Milwaukee Muslim Film Festival, Wisconsin Muslim Journal (online), youth programs and Our Peaceful Home, a domestic abuse and family strengthening program.