On Thursday, April 22nd, The Buxton Initiative’s Board and Advisory Council convened at the Yemeni Ambassador’s residence for its semi-annual Leadership Luncheon. Distinguished members of Buxton’s leadership shared a delicious Yemeni meal and various thoughts on the topic of Perceptions of Muslims in America. Keynote speakers included Rehan Dawer of Buttonwood Financial, Robert Destro, Professor of the Columbus School of Law, and Farah Atassi, President of the Arab Information and Resource Center.
Among those also in attendance were Senator Harris Wofford, Ambassador Houda Nonoo, Secretary John Dalton, and Dr. Salim Aziz. Overall, this event connected over 25 members with new faces, old friends, and big vision. The Buxton Fellows shared their reflections of the year and Ambassador Doug Holladay gave comments on the importance and future of interfaith dialogue.
