ILIA Youth Meet Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia Teens

On Jan 8th a small group of ILIA volunteers met with over 20 teens and their coaches at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbia during their weekend school session. The ILIA youth and their coach provided a short presentation on Islam and participated in a discussion about common questions related to creed, worship and...

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Tax Deduction Receipts Coming Soon

Inshaa Allah donors for 2011 shall receive their tax deduction receipt by email by Jan 31st. Keep an eye on your mail-box for it inshaa Allah !! Jazakum Allahu khairan for your support in 2011.

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We Have Moved

Alhamedellah we have moved our offices to a larger facility to support the growing training needs of our community. We are now located at 3290 Pine Orchard Ln, Suite A6, Ellicott City, Md 21042. Our new location is 2 miles west of our former office. The new location provides four times the space of the former office and...

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One Day Internships

As salam alakom If you never completed an internship application with ILIA then prior to registering please apply online here http://iliajobs.blogspot.com/ and then come back and complete this registration. Otherwise go ahead and complete the registration here for this internship instance Register here:  Maryland –...

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From Broken Hearts to Tranquil Nests

An online class for ages 16-22 covering dating problems, gender relations, engagement, marriage, intercourse. Brings the fiqh of marriage, ihsan, taqwa and leadership into the heart of the young Muslim. Separate dates for brothers and sisters. Three sessions, each full of real life scenarios from school, home, masjid and the society at large. Interactive, private and anonymous. Tons of time for questions from the comfort of your home, and the privacy of your keyboard. Jewels to lead a successful marriage inshaa Allah.

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Lead Your Career to Success

A 4-hr professional development and leadership-based transforming career planning workshop. Includes instruction, case study, activities, custom resume review, career planning and access to tools.

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Free Math Tutoring

As part of our grand opening Mission Excellence is pleased to offer a two-hr complimentary math tutoring session for middle and high levels. The free session is offered Sunday Oct 23rd, 2011 and starts at 10:00 am. Registration is...

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PMP Exam Prep: 4 Days (2 Weekends)

Material: Each student will receive the following: “Passing the Project Management Exam – PMP Certification Practice Book” “Passing the Project Management Professional Exam: PMP Certification Review Book” PMI PMBOK 2008 Class handouts White papers Real PMI case studies Topics not in PMBOK but on the exam Class...

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Unite Tight: Teamwork & Unity

Girls Ages 8 – 17 Not only will your child experience activities to build their Islamic identity, but also they will be exposed to several key concepts related to teamwork, unity and leadership. Based on the Quran and practice of the Prophet, this leadership retreat for teens provides an opportunity for youth to develop...

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Four Centuries of Islam in America and 9/11: Lessons and Vision

Join us inshaa Allah for a thought provoking intellectual discussion on the heritage of Islam in America, the impact of 9/11 and lessons learned from throughout the time. InshaaAllah we have three intellectuals who will share insights on how 9/11 impacted not only the Muslims but also the non-Muslims in America and around the world.

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Tutors Needed

Tutor Openings     Agency:           Islamic Leadership Institute of America Program:         Mission Excellence Hourly Wage:  Based on Experience and Qualifications   Description ILIA is seeking tutors for its leadership-based tutoring program, Mission Excellence, for students’ grades 1-12...

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Ramadan 1432

Alhamedellah since ILIA’s inception it has been working hard to develop our communities to be self-sufficient and at the leading edge of the society, an example for others around us. Whether its the one-of-a-kind Youth Project Management class which developed with the grace of Allah (SWT) into a full fledged program of...

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Divine Mission: From Cradle to Bier

Register here - http://cradlebier.eventbrite.com/

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Mountain Strong Plus: Patience – Responsibility – Teamwork

Boys Ages 12 – 15 Not only will your child experience activities to build their Islamic identity, but also they will be exposed to several key concepts related to patience and perseverance. Based on the Quran and Sunnah, this leadership retreat for teens provides an opportunity for youth to develop in their deen and put it...

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EmpowerOne Student Appreciation Dinner and Fund Raiser

As salam alakom, we are so excited about EmpowerOne our 2011 theme for this year’s Youth Appreciation Dinner and ILIA’s First Fund Raiser Insha’Allah, there will be activities and programs for all ages. Starting from age 3 inshaa Allah there will be something for everyone to enjoy. No, its not baby sitting,...

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ILIA Receives 501c(3) Tax Exemption Determination

Alhamedellah, with the grace of Allah (SWT) ILIA has received its letter of determination from the IRS stating its tax exemption status. The IRS has determined that ILIA’s work and mission qualifies the organization to be exempt from Federal income tax under section 501c(3) of the US Internal Revenue Code....

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Youth Development Center Project Plan

Join the finalists of the Youth Project Management course YPM 201 as they discuss project plans for a new youth community center in Baltimore City. Six youth project managers will present 6 project plans for the development of a leadership development center in Baltimore City. Each participant will have 10 minutes to share the...

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Paid Summer Internships for UMD Students

Alhamedellah through the grace of Allah, ILIA has established a relationship with University of Maryland in a number of career development areas. ILIA has been one of the Walter Sondheim Leadership Program’s grant awardees. All students enrolled in the University System of Maryland are eligible to apply for a summer...

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iLEAD

iLEAD (i Lead through Eman and Application of the Deen) is a week-long day camp focusing on leadership through Islamic knowledge and team sports.

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Leadership in Research

There was once a civilization that was the greatest in the world. It was able to create a continued super-state that stretched from ocean to ocean and from northern climes to tropics and deserts. And this civilization more than anything, was driving by invention. --- Carleton Fiorina, CEO, HP.

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President Obama’s Comments on Egyptian Revolution

Statement by President Obama on Situation in Egypt February 11, 2011 The President:  Good afternoon, everybody.  There are very few moments in our lives where we have the privilege to witness history taking place.  This is one of those moments.  This is one of those times.  The people of Egypt have spoken, their voices...

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PMP Exam Prep: 4 Days (2 Weekends)

PMP 400: 4 Day PMP Training, 2 Weekends Instruction: 35 Hr interactive training / coaching class from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Instructor: Ayman Nassar, PMP, CSEP, M.Sc. Eng Mgmt Material: Each student will receive the following: “Passing the Project Management Exam – PMP Certification Practice Book” “Passing the Project ...

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Avalanche: Courage the Door to Dawaa (Brothers)

Alhamdulillahafter the sisters had a blast on their Avalanche trip, the brothers organized one for ages 12-22. Not only will you or your child enjoy skiing and snowboarding, but also you will be exposed to several key concepts related to courage. Based on the Quran and practice of the Prophet, this outreach event provides an opportunity to develop in the deen and put it into practice.

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Christmas? | Celebrate Jesus’s (A) Legacy Everyday

You started your winter break? How did the Muslim youth of the past spend their time? Click here to find out some tips related to the best utilization of winter break. If you’d like to share your ideas for winter break, please leave a...

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ILIA Offers Easy Installment Payment Methods

Alhamdulillah, ILIA now offers an easy installment payment method to alleviate some of the economic challenges that is impacting our communities. To register for a program and pay by installments, students must pay by credit card and register online for at least 50% of the payment using code INST50, and then complete the...

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ASK ILIA – Complimentary Advisory Service

ASK ILIA is ILIA’s anonymous online counseling and advisory service for adults and youth. Questions related to Islamic Leadership and applications of leadership in a Muslim’s life are encouraged. Questions are shared on the ASK ILIA page and are kept confidential. The identity of the person asking questions is not...

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Two Shadowing Internship Seats Available for High Schoolers

Alhamedellah ILIA has two leadership shadowing opportunities for high school students grades 10-12 for 8 weeks starting Dec 10th. Leadership shadowing shall allow the student to learn various leadership skills and styles by accompanying ILIA’s leaders on various assignments. Allah (SWT) commanded Musa (pbuh) to go...

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Leading Youth Project Managers – Cost Mgmt

“Leading Youth Project Managers” Cost Management Sunday Dec 5th, 2010 Boys / Girls Ages 12 – 17 This program is offered to youth who have already completed Youth Project Management. It is an advanced course enabling these students to lead incoming students into Youth Project Management. “Leading Youth Project...

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Muhammad: Refuting Leadership Fallacies

A special 6 hr seminar with author Imam Moustafa Zayed, author of Lies About Muhammad, followed by a class exam. This seminar is open to Muslims and non-Muslims, so invite your neighbors and friends. The program includes instruction, a copy of Imam Moustafa’s latest book, and an exam. A certificate of completion will be...

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Get a FREE Quran

Interested in knowing what the Quran says? Complete the form below and we will mail you a free copy of the English translation of the meaning of the Quran. We will even pay for the shipping within the US. This free offer is available only within the US, we can not ship outside the US due to the prohibitive cost of mailing, if...

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ILIA Speaks to Hifz Class at Islamic Academy of Raleigh

Monday July 7th, 2010 / Rajab 25th, 1431, Raleigh, North Carolina Alhamdulillah, it was an honor to receive an invitation from the Quran Hifz School of Raleigh’s Islamic Academy to share some reflections on leadership for their students. A team of three ILIA youth along with their coach spent 45 minutes with the twenty...

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ILIA Moves into National Headquarters

Friday July 9th, 2010 / Rajab 27th, 1431, Ellicott City, Maryland. Assalamu Alaikum dear students and friends of ILIA, We have good news to share! Alhamdulillah, with the grace of Allah (subhanahu wa ta’ala) and the continued support of our donors, ILIA has moved into an office of its own in Ellicott City,...

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ILIA Offers SAT College Prep Classes in Maryland

July 8th, 2010 – Rajab 26th, 1431, Ellicott City, Maryland. Alhamedellah ILIA is offering SAT Prep Classes in Maryland for high school students. Enrollment is available at http://iliatutoring.eventbrite.com Classes are held at ILIA’s office in Ellicott City on Sunday afternoons. Why have your child go...

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ILIA Participates at ISB’s SummerFest!

With the summer heat in full swing, ILIA participated in Islamic Society of Baltimore ‘s (ISB) SummerFest 2010 on Saturday June 26. ILIA shared information about its mission and goals with ISB’s community members. ILIA also continued to promote its programs, including Making the Click/Bridging the Gap and...

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ILIA Participates at Muslim FunFest!

On Saturday May 29, ILIA participated at Muslim FunFest which was held at Clarksburg, MD. With over 5,000 muslims in attendance and in the midst of children’s amusement rides, horseriding, and a packed bazaar, ILIA spoke about its mission, goals, and previous accomplishments, and also passed out flyers for its upcoming...

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Tutoring: Mission Excellence

Tutoring available in Math, English, Physics and other middle school, high school, engineering and business colleges topics. Open Enrollment: Email info@islamicleadership.org for more information, or register online for a block of 2, 5 or 10 hours of tutoring. To register click here: http://iliatutoring.eventbrite.com/

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1st Successful YPM Competition!

Muharram 23rd 1431 / Jan 9th 2010 Ellicott City, Maryland The Seminar It was a brisk fall day when on October 21, 2009, twenty-one teens met in Laurel, Maryland to attend the first ever Youth Project Management seminar held by the Islamic Leadership Institute of America (ILIA). There, they learned about what constitutes a ...

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Make The Click Bridge the Gap (COM 101)

When: July 7, 2011
Where: Online
Audience: Parents, Educators

Register Here: http://clickjuly2011.eventbrite.com/

This seminar will provide insight into the lives of teens, and tools and approaches that can be used to effectively deal with challenging issues, Insha'Allah.

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The Muslim Link Reports on ILIA’s Initiatives

On February 26, 2010, The Muslim Link reported on ILIA’s initiatives. It appeared on their Rabi-Al-Awwal 1431 print edition. Below is the transcript from the newspaper: Local Org Seeks to Take Leadership Training National Written by Arjumand Yousuf, Muslim Link Staff Writer Friday, 26 February 2010 The Islamic Leadership...

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