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Register Early & Save - Don’t Miss the Hotel Discount!

The countdown is on! If you haven’t registered yet, now is the perfect time to secure your spot. Register early to lock in your attendance and take advantage of our special discounted hotel rate.

Don’t wait; this offer expires soon!

Our host hotel is filling up quickly, and rooms are selling fast. Once the discounted room block is full or the reservation deadline passes, the special rate will no longer be available.

Don’t miss your chance to save on your stay and be part of this exciting event. Register today, reserve your room, and check one more thing off your to-do list before it’s too late!



Register early. Book your hotel. We’ll see you there! 

Dear ISNA Members,

Please check your mail for the election ballots. Please cast your vote and have your ballot marked or mailed by August 14, 2026, Insha'Allah.

If you are not a member but want to participate in future elections, consider becoming a member today! Although it is too late this time, we would love your participation in the future. Click the button below to learn more.

For questions, please email info@isna.net

Br Ahmed Badawi, our development staff member, managed the table last Friday at East Cobb Islamic Center in Marietta, GA

Our CEO, Br. Azhar Azeez delivered Jummah Khutba last Friday at East Cobb Islamic Center in Marietta, GA, and met with their leadership to promote the #ISNA63 annual convention and all the important programs & services that ISNA provides to our community. 

Our CEO gave a Khatira after Isha at Hamzah Islamic Center and also visited Masjid Furqan during the day to promote ISNA’s important work.

Multiple Billboards are up in the greater Detroit area to promote the #ISNA63 annual convention scheduled this year in Detroit during the Labor Day weekend. Have you spotted them yet? Designed by our in-house graphic designer, Crystal Habib.

Required: Hafidh-Sunni-English&Arabic-Strong islamic education

Preferred: US-born/Educated-youth focused

Compensation: Full time resident-Competitive salary/Housing allowance

How to apply: submit application to info@mccsdsiouxfalls.org 

Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received; if interested, apply promptly. No visa will be sponsored. 

One Registration. Two Premier Events.

AMCF is excited to partner with ISNA to offer exceptional value with one registration for the 3rd Annual AMCF Nonprofit Summit (September 3rd) and the ISNA Convention (September 4th–7th) at Huntington Place in Detroit.

Early Bird: $150 through August 10th | Regular: $175

Kick off your ISNA experience with practical sessions on nonprofit fundraising, financial sustainability, inclusive leadership, youth engagement, and collective impact, plus the official launch of the AMCF Muslim Nonprofit Directory. Then continue learning and connecting throughout the ISNA Convention. You can also add the optional Community Engagement Experience at DREAM of Detroit on Friday morning, September 4th, before the Convention begins following Jumu'ah Prayer.

A special thanks to our Platinum Sponsors at the 63rd Annual ISNA Convention. To support our sponsors, please click their logos to learn more about their products and services!

Join Us for an Inspiring Afternoon of Community Service & Leadership 

Be part of the CSRL Banquet at the 63rd Annual ISNA Convention as we celebrate the remarkable contributions of Imam Mohamed Magid, this year's honored awardee, whose lifelong dedication to faith, service, and community continues to inspire generations.

We are also honored to welcome Dr. Arif Alvi, the Former President of Pakistan, as our keynote speaker, who will share insights on leadership, service, and the future of our global Muslim community.

 Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026

 Time: 1:30 PM

 Location: Huntington Place Convention Center, Detroit, MI

One of the most anticipated events of the ISNA Convention, the CSRL Banquet consistently attracts strong attendance and has sold out in previous years. Don't wait until the last minute; secure your tickets today before seats are gone.

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. 

From Ideas to Impact: Join the Muslim Youth (MY) Hackathon at ISNA 2026

The MAFIQ Foundation, in collaboration with ISNA, invites Muslim high school, college, and university students to participate in the MY Hackathon at the upcoming ISNA Convention during Labor Day Weekend in Detroit, MI.

The MY Hackathon is a team-based innovation challenge where students work together to solve real-world problems facing our communities and society. Participants identify a challenge, develop a solution, and present their ideas to a panel of judges. No prior coding experience is required. Students from all backgrounds and interests are welcome.

To help participants prepare, a series of pre-event workshops will be led by technology professionals, innovators, and entrepreneurs. These sessions will introduce practical tools, technologies, and problem-solving approaches that participants can apply during the hackathon.

More than a competition, the hackathon is an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and grow. Participants develop critical thinking, teamwork, communication, leadership, and innovation skills while receiving guidance from experienced mentors.

Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, engineer, scientist, designer, educator, or community leader, the MY Hackathon is a place to turn ideas into action and make a positive impact.

Join us this Labor Day Weekend at the ISNA Convention and discover how innovation, teamwork, and purpose can turn ideas into reality.

Contact: mailto:my-hack@mafiq.org

Visit sample hackathon projects:  My-hack-ICM.devpost.com/project-gallery (http://my-hack-icm.devpost.com/project-gallery)

BEAM Venture Youth Innovation & Entrepreneurship Track

Are you an aspiring leader with a passion for innovation and a vision to turn your ideas into meaningful change? Do you dream of building a startup that makes a real impact in your community through the power of AI?

The ISNA–BEAM Venture Youth Innovation & Entrepreneurship Track invites high school and college students to explore how technology, entrepreneurship, and faith intersect to spark purposeful innovation and startup thinking. This immersive experience introduces participants to the mindset, tools, and ethical principles that drive meaningful innovation in the age of AI.

Led by national champions, participants will learn to harness AI, develop business concepts, and pitch solutions that serve their communities — all within a values-based environment rooted in integrity, creativity, and leadership.

The journey culminates in the Youth Startup Pitch Competition & Awards Ceremony, celebrating innovation, teamwork, and impact — with cash prizes awarded to the top 3 teams.

What You’ll Experience

Through a sequence of immersive, mentor-led sessions — guided by national champions and industry professionals 

• AI-Powered Market Research – Learn how to use AI to identify opportunities and understand your target audience, guided by national BPA champions.
• Lean Business Model Development – Collaborate with mentors to design practical and impactful startup concepts.
• Prompt Engineering for Lean Startups – Discover how to craft effective prompts for startup ideation while maintaining ethical and faith-based considerations.
• AI-Enhanced Prototype Design – Build quick prototype concepts using AI tools, applying empathy and purpose-driven design.
• Ethical AI & Responsible Innovation – Examine how faith-based values can guide fairness, accountability, and integrity in technology.
• Pitch Perfect: Investor Pitch Session – Present your AI-powered startup ideas in front of a panel of judges and mentors — including national champions and community leaders — for feedback and recognition.

Each session blends practical skill-building, mentorship, and spiritual grounding, empowering youth to lead with both excellence and integrity.

ISNA Day in Tampa Conference & Banquet

Theme: Solidarity in Truth: The Power of Faith, Hope, and Unity

October 24, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Tampa USF

3705 Spectrum Blvd, Tampa, FL 33612

9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Theme: Solidarity in Truth: The Power of Faith, Hope, and Unity

ISNA Day in Tampa is a community conference and celebration under the theme “Solidarity in truth: The Power of Faith, Hope, and Unity,” featuring two tracks on community, family & youth and Islamic/weekend schools for teachers, with engaging sessions on integrating the Qur’an and Sunnah into daily life, cultivating God‑consciousness for peace and prosperity, protecting and supporting youth, mental health and wellness, mosques as centers of service, nurturing Islamic education, confronting global challenges, and countering Islamophobia, followed by a celebratory banquet to honor community efforts, network, and renew our collective commitment; program topics will be finalized with input from local brothers and sisters. 

• Integrating the Qur’an and Sunnah into Daily Life
• Cultivating God Consciousness to Attain Peace and Prosperity
• Protecting and Supporting Youth Amid Turmoil
• Mental Health and Wellness: Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle
• Mosque: A Center for Community Engagement and Service
• Islamic Education: Nurturing Talent with Love and Hope
• Global Issues: A Violent Talent with Love and Hope
• Global Issues: A Violent World Around Us
• Countering Islamophobia, Hate and Prejudice

Speakers:

Miko Peled

Ubaydullah Evans

Hussain Kamani

Hadia Mubarak

Mohammad Qatanani

Safaa Zarzour

Azhar Azeez

Magda Elkadi Saleh

Eman Elkholy

Omar Husseini 

Dalia El-Deeb

& Local educators, scholars, and youth leaders

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