Tracing Our Roots in Action
How the Coalition for Good Government grew from a landmark 1997 address in Charlotte, North Carolina into a national coalition with eight regions and millions of members.
A Short History
The Coalition for Good Government — now the American Coalition for Good Government (ACGG) — was established in 1997 after a landmark address on community responsibility by Imam W. Deen Mohammed, delivered in Charlotte, North Carolina before Muslim elected officials and political leaders who at that time belonged to the Muslim American Society.
Imam Mohammed outlined a blueprint for political involvement, emphasizing the importance of representative government and the obligation to shoulder our public responsibility. From that foundation, ACGG established eight regions nationally and executed numerous political support activities for candidates through its network.
Historical Milestones
A Community's New Leadership
On February 26, 1975, Imam W. Deen Mohammed was unanimously voted in as leader of his community — beginning decades of guidance toward civic responsibility and full participation in American life.
The Founding Address
Following Imam Mohammed's landmark address on community responsibility in Charlotte, North Carolina, Muslim elected officials and political leaders established the Coalition for Good Government.
National Voter Drive
ACGG launched a national presidential survey and voter registration drive to encourage greater participation from the Muslim American community in the political process.
A National Coalition
With eight regions nationwide, ACGG's community counts the largest number of elected and appointed officials of any Muslim community in America — and keeps working to bring overlooked Americans into politics.
Our Work
The activities that define the coalition's trajectory.
Community Forums & Public Engagement
Through our regional networks, ACGG convenes community forums with candidates and public officials, bringing local concerns into the political conversation and evaluating who has truly engaged our communities.
Read Our Writingsarrow_forwardEight Regional Networks
Regions across the nation execute political support activities and organize citizens around local government races.
Small Donor Power
Mostly funded by people who give less than $100 — proof that ordinary citizens, brought together, can shape government.
Civic Education
From the ACGG Handbook to constitutional study and voter guides, we equip citizens with the knowledge to participate fully in governance.
Continue the Legacy
Our history is still being written. Join a coalition of millions working for transparent, accountable, representative government.