Community Engagement with Burhan

03/20/2026

Eid Mubarak to all my family and friends!

03/10/2026

02/18/2026

Yasmin Abdi , your love for the community and your skills are truly empowering future generations. Thank you for your leadership it’s deeply appreciated. Keep the good work.

02/18/2026

Ramadan Mubarak!

Alhamdulillah for allowing us to witness this blessed month once again. Ya Allah, we thank You for the opportunity to fast, to pray, and to draw closer to You. Please accept our fasting, our prayers, and all our good deeds. May this Ramadan be filled with Your mercy, peace in our hearts, unity in our communities, and abundant blessings for our families.

02/17/2026

Rest In Peace 🌹
Rev. Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon!

It is with deep sadness that I reflect on the passing of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr., a giant whose moral clarity, courage, and global vision shaped generations of leaders, advocates, and institutions. His life’s work advanced civil rights, economic justice, and human dignity—not only in the United States, but across the world.
He challenged systems, built coalitions, and reminded us that our voices matter most when they rise together. Because of his leadership, doors opened wider, conversations grew bolder, and the pursuit of justice reached further.
May we honor his legacy not only in remembrance, but in action.

02/03/2026

Council is now accepting applications for our Summer 2026 internship cohort! This paid opportunity is open to college juniors, seniors and first-year grad students looking to gain real experience in city government. Apply by February 25: columbus.gov/councilinternship

01/29/2026

Thank you, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty for your leadership and for hosting this important roundtable. Your commitment to protecting civil liberties and standing with Central Ohio’s immigrant community—alongside local leaders, advocates, and faith partners—means so much during these challenging times. We’re grateful for your steady voice and for representing a district that truly values all of our neighbors.

01/25/2026

01/25/2026