Governor Stein Proclaims Ramadan

Ramadan

2026

By The Governor Of The State Of North Carolina

A Proclamation

Whereas, North Carolina is home to more than 130,000 Muslims; and 

Whereas, Muslim-Americans are one of the most racially diverse groups in the U.S., comprising African Americans, Asians, Arabs, Africans, Latinos, and Caucasians; and 

Whereas, Islamic traditions and values serve as an inspiration and reflection for the millions of individuals who look to the teachings of Islam for guidance; and 

Whereas, Ramadan, the 9^th month in the Islamic calendar, is celebrated annually by millions of Muslims throughout the United States and more than two billion Muslims worldwide; and  

Whereas, Ramadan is celebrated by Muslims as a month of fasting, community service, and reflection; and  

Whereas, during the month of Ramadan, the Muslim community across North Carolina and the country will collectively celebrate the revelation of the Quran and its teachings; and 

Whereas, on behalf of the State of North Carolina, I am proud to recognize the contributions of Muslim-Americans;

Now, Therefore, I, Josh Stein, Governor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim February 17 – March 19, 2026, as “Ramadan” in North Carolina, and commend its observance to all residents.

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Great Seal of the State of North Carolina at the Capitol in Raleigh this twenty-fifth day of February in the year of our Lord two thousand and twenty-sixth and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fiftieth.