Darul Arqum Islamic Center is a non-profit organization that was founded in 2002 by a group of Muslims who wanted to create a place where they could come together to pray, learn about Islam, and socialize. The Islamic center is a vibrant and welcoming community where Muslims of all ages and backgrounds can come together to practice their faith and learn about Islam. The center is committed to providing its members with the resources and support they need to live their lives according to Islamic principles.
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Darul Arqum Islamic Center offers a variety of programs and services, including:
Five daily prayers
Jummah prayer on Fridays
Islamic classes for children and adults
A library with books on Islam and other topics
A community hall that can be used for events and gatherings
The center is run by a board of directors (BoD) and a board of trustees (BoT). The board of directors is responsible for the overall management of the center, while the board of trustees is responsible for overseeing the center's finances and assets.
Members of the Board of Directors
Chair: Br. Mahmoud Gshash (chair@arqum.org)
Vice Chair: Br. Shakil Ahmed (vicechair@arqum.org)
Secretary: Sr. Danielle Walsh (secretary@arqum.org)
Treasurer: Br. Umar Farooq (treasurer@arqum.org)
Public Relations Liaison: Br. Umar Farooq (pr@arqum.org)
Religious Affairs Liaison: Br. Yasir Idris (religious@arqum.org)
Social Affairs Liaison: Br. Kylie Anderson (social@arqum.org)
Building & Property Liaison: Br. Yassir Obeid (building@arqum.org)
Education Liaison: Br. Amir Abdelmawla (education@arqum.org)
Women's Affairs Liaison: Sr. Ayah Dajani (sisters@arqum.org)
Member at-Large: Br. Mohammed Soliman (m.soliman@arqum.org)
Members of the Board of Trustees:
Trustee: Br. Salah Mahjoub
Trustee: Br. Ashfaq Khokhar
Trustee: Br. Saleem Baig
Trustee: Br. Hasan Basri
Trustee: Br. Ahmed Tamrawi
About Darul Arqum Islamic Center's Formation of Members of Board of Directors and Board of Trustees
The members of the board of directors of Darul Arqum Islamic Center are elected on the General Assembly elections that occurs on the end of September each year. The members of the board of trustees are elected on the General Assembly elections that occurs on the end of September every two years. The board of directors is responsible for the overall management of the center, including setting the center's strategic direction, developing and implementing its programs and services, and overseeing its financial and administrative operations. The board of trustees is responsible for overseeing the center's finances and assets, ensuring that they are used in accordance with the center's mission and bylaws.
The members of the board of directors and board of trustees are all volunteers who are passionate about Darul Arqum Islamic Center and its mission to serve the Muslim community. They bring a wide range of skills and experience to their roles, and they are committed to working together to make the center a vibrant and welcoming place for all Muslims. The board of directors and board of trustees are essential to the success of Darul Arqum Islamic Center. They provide the leadership and guidance that the center needs to fulfill its mission and serve the Muslim community.