About Us
All praise is due to Allah for guiding us to the right path.
New Muslims is a non profit organisation set up to provide a service for New Muslims, primarily for educating them in the basic foundations of Islam as understood by the Prophet Muhammed (s), his companions and the early generations of righteous scholars.
The New Muslims project was started in Ramadan 1431 (August 2010) in order to provide a basic structured foundation for New Muslims, after the realisation that this vital facility was missing in our community.
Although there are many who embrace Islam, or are looking to embrace Islam, there are very few Islamic organisations that provide an aftrecare service for New Muslims.
Our mosques and organisations were already overworked and our new brothers and sisters who had embraced the wonderful way of life ordained by their Creator, were struggling to find information. The primary sources of their knowledge were derived from friends, a variety of often biased books or a minefield of information from the internet. Some were confused about basic concepts due to misinformation perpetuated by unorthadox organisations that were contrary to traditional Islamic teachings. Some had attended talks and lectures that had given them some authentic information, but nevertheless did not have the holistic view as one would have gained in an Islamic household.
Based on the traditional, mainstream, orthodox view of Islam, we have devised a basic syllabus covering the essential areas of Islam.
We have been running courses in London since our inception in 2010.
Our Aim
Our aim is to offer basic Islamic guidance to allow new Muslims to gain a strong and solid foundation at the start of their blessed journey which will inshallah lead to Paradise. We hope that we can share in the reward of guiding others with a view of seeking the pleasure of Allah (Glorified be He).
Therefore, with our courses, we intend to help our brothers and sisters to bear the characteristics of the perfect example to mankind, Muhammed (Peace be upon him).
Our Team
We are a small team of brothers and sisters who plan, manage, organise, develop and deliver the courses. Although we only provide basic educational courses, we are happy to point people who need further support to organisations that can provide it.
We are not funded by any institution or organisation and rely solely on voluntary donations (and course fees for advanced courses) to operate.
Our Advisors
We are privileged and honoured to work with a variety of learned Scholars and Ulema who check our courses and give beneficial advice.
Amongst our advisors are:
• Sheikh Khalifah Ezzat – Head Imam of the Islamic Cultural Centre and London Mosque
• Sheikh Abu Ibrahim – Principal of Ad-Deen Islamic School (East London)
• Sheikh Rayan Mahmud – Presenter on IQRA TV
• Sheikh Sulaiman Gani – Imam of Tooting Mosque
Other Organsiations that support us
Although totally independent, New Muslims is supported by a variety of organisations, including:
| Hendon Mosque & Islamic Centre | |
| Islamic Cultural Centre & London Central Mosque | |
| Exhibition Islam | |
| Salaam |