Leadership

Sabah Muhammad-Tahir
Board Advisor

She is a retired Muslim Chaplain leader and passionate award-winning community builder. ILM is full of gratitude for the wealth of experience she brings to our Muslim Chaplaincy programs.

Imam Saadiq Saafir

Founder and Board Member

A phenomenal leader, teacher, trainer, and community builder. In addition to founding ILM, he co-founded Masjid Ibaadillah, Common Ground Muslim – Jewish Dialogue, and the Islamic Shura Council of Southern California.

Imam Abu Ishaq Abdul Hafiz
Board Member & Committee Chair

He is one of the most respected former Federal Bureau of Prisons Muslim Chaplains in America and currently the resident Imam at Masjid Al Shareef.

Naim Shah Jr. CPA, MEd
Co-Founder Director & Board Member

A critical thinker, visionary, lead trainer, strategist, and entrepreneur. He has traveled the globe making it a life mission to establish and expand ILM vision.

Hanafi Shakur
Co-Founder & Board Chairman

He directed ILM’s education and publication division and ILM spokesperson. His advisory ensures ILM’s work reflects its mission and vision.

Mudessir Mohammad, MBA, MEd
Board Member

He has two master degrees in business management and education. He is truly an institution of generosity. His knowledge of internal controls, policies, and procedures are areas of major benefit for ILM.

Saaqib Rangoonwala
Board Advisor

He is an information health technology professional with a rich community engagement resume. We deeply appreciate his board-based community perspective for greater grassroot social impact.