Eid Mubarak! As we celebrate the blessings of this sacred season, we give thanks for a community that has stood together for over 63 years. ISNA’s programs—from masjid and school support to MYNA youth development, chaplaincy, scholarships for young students, Islamic Horizons Magazine, conferences, and more—have nurtured faith, strengthened families, and empowered future leaders across America. As Ramadan comes to a close, please invest in this legacy: your generous donation will sustain and grow the vital work that builds a stronger, compassionate future for generations to come. | | Convention Registration has Officially Launched! | | |
ISNA Convention 2026 in Detroit, Michigan
We at the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) are delighted to announce that the 63rd Annual ISNA Convention will take place in Detroit, Michigan, over the Labor Day Weekend, September 4 - 7, 2026.
The ISNA convention is celebrated as one of the largest annual gatherings of Muslims in America, drawing thousands of participants. This convention promises to be an inspiring gathering, bringing together community members, families, leaders, scholars, youth, the business community, and other guests from across the country. With thought-provoking sessions, uplifting spiritual programs, engaging youth activities, interfaith dialogues, and a dynamic bazaar, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
The program will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and special events designed to address timely issues, strengthen community bonds, and highlight opportunities for growth and service.
Detroit, with its rich history and vibrant Muslim community, will serve as the perfect host city for this national gathering of faith, knowledge, and unity.
Convention Highlights:
· Keynote sessions with distinguished speakers
· Interactive workshops and panel discussions
· Networking opportunities for professionals and students
· Special events and exhibitions
· Art Exhibit, Film Festival, Science Fair, Robotics
· Basketball Tournament
· Community recognition and award ceremonies
· Interfaith Events and Activities
· Matrimonial Events
· Chaplaincy Conference
· And much more
We invite all members, partners, and the broader community to join us in this landmark event. Your presence will help make the convention a meaningful and impactful experience.
Stay tuned for more details on registration, hotel accommodations, and program highlights.
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Jazakallahu Khayran
To those who have supported this project thus far. We have 23 days left to reach our goal!
We are far from our goal. We urge you to help support this initiative.
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Indiana Muslim Cemetery: Honoring Our Legacy, Resting in the Direction of the Sunnah
Dear Community Members,
Assalamualaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,
The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) is honored to introduce the Indiana Muslim Cemetery Project, a dedicated initiative to serve the long‑term needs of our community.
Through this project, we are working to secure and develop an exclusive Muslim section at West Ridge Park Cemetery, officially designated as the Indiana Muslim Cemetery. This section has been carefully surveyed so that all graves will be oriented in the direction recommended in the Sunnah of our beloved Prophet ﷺ, ensuring our brothers and sisters are laid to rest with dignity and in accordance with Islamic tradition.
To fully bring this vision to life, we need your generous support.
Your donations will help:
- Secure and develop the dedicated Muslim section
- Cover initial setup, administrative, and maintenance-related costs
- Ensure affordable and dignified burial options for Muslims in our region for years to come
- Help provide financial support for those who cannot afford the plot
This is a unique opportunity to take part in Sadaqah Jariyah (ongoing charity). Every future burial, every du’a made by a grieving family, and every act of remembrance in this space can be a source of continuous reward for you and your loved ones, insha’Allah.
“When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three: ongoing charity, beneficial knowledge, or a righteous child who prays for him.”
(Sahih Muslim)
We invite you to donate generously and to share this campaign with family and friends. No amount is too small – every contribution brings us closer to providing this essential service to our community.
Please support the Indiana Muslim Cemetery Project today and make this a legacy of mercy, dignity, and faith.
JazakumAllahu khairan for your support and du’as.
ISNA – Islamic Society of North America
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2026 Scholarship Applications Open
Deadline April 30, 2026
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Green Ramadan Campaign 2026
“O you who believe, fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you, that you may learn self-restraint” (2:183).
Alhamd-u-Lillah, this is ISNA Green Initiative’s 12th Green Ramadan Campaign, through which we seek to enlist and urge Masajid/Islamic centers, schools, and homes, to adopt eco-friendly practices. As God’s stewards and protectors of this planet, let’s abandon wasteful practices from this month onward and become more ecofriendly communities and individuals. Let us reaffirm our sense of self-restraint, ethic of conservation and accountability to make this Ramadan both spiritually and practically meaningful. Remember, interacting mindfully with our eco-system is also a manifestation of faith.
Reduce waste; Save energy; Recycle; Save water; Avoid plastic water bottles; Use bio-degradable products for Iftars and other events; No Styrofoam products.
ISNA Green Masjid Award 2026
To promote eco-friendly practices ISNA will this year offer awards of $1000, $600, $400 to the most eco-friendly (Green) Masajid/Islamic centers as part of the Green Ramadan Campaign. Nominate your masjid through the form linked below. Submission dates are from March 21- April 22, 2026.
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Early Bird Discount Fee of $175 will expire on March 20, 2026
Rate will increase to $185
Last day for the hotel discount rate is March 25, 2026
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27th Annual ISNA Education Forum
Education Forum Dates: April 3 - April 5, 2026
Marriott Chicago O'Hare - 8535 W. Higgins Rd., Chicago, IL 60631
Available Tickets:
- General Conference Registration (Includes 3 meals) - $175.00
- Teaching Arabic Language - $75.00
- Mental Health & Wellness - $75.00
- Leadership Tour of Islamic Schools (off site 7:30am - 5:00pm) - $75.00
Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:
Marriott Chicago O’Hare for 137.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book at this rate: March 25, 2026
For questions about the event, please email convention@isna.net
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A Program of ISNA
#POWEREDBYISNA
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For over 40 years, MYNA has hosted programs and services for youth, unlike any other! From our leadership development programs to our camps and events, no one does youth development like MYNA ... but we cannot do any of this without the Permission of Allah, our duas, and your generous support. In these last blessed days of Ramadan, please support MYNA. Donations can be made through the QR code or directly here: https://www.launchgood.com/communitypage/myna_4#!/community/myna_4/
Jazak Allahu Khair for your unwavering support!
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Thank you to Humaniti and Muslimi for sponsoring a part of our Spring Camps this year!
Humaniti is a humanitarian organization dedicated to improving lives around the world through sustainable aid and development. Their work focuses on areas such as emergency relief, clean water, food security, healthcare, orphan care, and community development. By partnering with local communities, Humaniti aims to create lasting impact and bring hope and dignity to those in need. Learn more here: https://humaniti.ca
Muslimi is an online platform dedicated to serving the Muslim community through engaging content, meaningful discussions, and supportive resources. The site shares articles on faith, culture, lifestyle, current events, and spirituality — offering insights that help Muslims connect with their beliefs and navigate real-world challenges. Learn more here: https://muslimi.com
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YOUTH SPRING RETREAT 2026:
This spring, youth across North America will gather to Carry the Noor.
MYNA’s Youth Spring Retreats are back—bringing together reflection, learning, brotherhood/sisterhood, and unforgettable memories in regions across the country.
March 27–April 5 | Multiple locations
Prices start at $275 | Financial aid available
Register now at myna.org/camps
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SPRING CAMP COUNSELORS:
Want to make a real impact this spring? Be the role model you once needed.
MYNA is now accepting Counselor Applications for our Spring Retreats. Help guide, mentor, and support youth while modeling Islamic character and leadership in a meaningful camp environment.
March 27–29 & April 3–5, 2026
Apply at myna.org/counselors
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HIRA 2026:
Looking for a summer program that strengthens your teen’s faith, confidence, and sense of belonging? This summer, give your teen the gift of deep learning, purpose, and lifelong connection.
The HIRA Summer Intensive is a transformative 3-week program where students immerse themselves in fiqh, aqeedah, Qur’an, hadith, and seerah—while building community with peers and scholars from around the world.
Flint, Michigan | June 28–July 19, 2026 | Ages 15–18
Early bird pricing available until April 5th.
Apply now at myna.org/hira
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Faith and Fasting on the Frontlines
Muslim Military Chaplaincy in 2026
By Wendy Díaz
Mar/Apr 26
Some Muslims may not associate Islam with the U.S. military, but there are many Muslims who are in the armed forces. Every military base provides religious accommodations for service members of all faiths, including Islam. Every branch of the military has Muslim chaplains who support the spiritual needs of soldiers and their families. They even offer classes on Islam to active-duty soldiers and their families and host Jummah prayers...
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Green Ramadan Brings Sustainability to the Holy Month
A Conversation with Environmental Activist Kori Majeed
By Ammarah Ahmed
When Muslims gather to break their fast at sunset during Ramadan, the moment carries a sense of reflection and gratitude shaped by hours of discipline and remembrance. For Kori Majeed, a faith-based environmental activist and mother of five in Maryland, it was during these blessed moments that she realized that something didn’t feel quite right. Watching how quickly single-use plastic cups were being discarded at mosque iftars revealed something she could no longer ignore...
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Stereotypes on Screen
The Impact of Portrayals of Muslims in Entertainment
By Erum Ikramullah
Mar/Apr 26
Image cred: ISPU
Research shows news media coverage of Muslims is biased and linked to increased anti-Muslim attitudes and support for anti-Muslim policies. Little is known about the impact of entertainment media coverage of Muslims on intergroup attitudes and support for anti-Muslim policies though. Muslims, a highly targeted group in the United States, are often depicted as villains (e.g., terrorists, chauvinists) in entertainment. There is a dearth of research on the consequences of such tropes on people’s attitudes toward Muslims or the influence such tropes have on people’s support for policies that affect Muslims...
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When Islamophobia Wears a Thobe
How the UAE and Allied Regimes Export Fear to the West
By Faisal Kutty
Mar/Apr 26
UAE Embassy, Washington, D.C.
For some Muslims in the West, Islamophobia is understood primarily as a product of Western history — colonialism, Orientalism, post-9/11 securitization, and the rise of the far-right. That account is incomplete. Over the past decade, a growing body of investigative journalism and academic analysis has documented a more complex and troubling reality: some Muslim-majority states, particularly the United Arab Emirates, have played a direct and sustained role in shaping Islamophobic policies, narratives, and legal frameworks in Europe and North America...
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