As Muslims, we are guided by the principles of compassion, justice, and community service. In these challenging times, it is more important than ever that we come together to create opportunities for our youth and adults, especially in gaining trades and skills that can transform lives. An apprenticeship program is a vital step toward empowering those who have not had the chance to access meaningful employment or education.
Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) exemplified compassion and service to all people—Muslim and non-Muslim alike. His life teaches us that helping others, regardless of background, elevates the community as a whole. As he said, “The best of people are those that bring the most benefit to others.” Building strong, supportive relationships within our community is essential, especially with those who have been overlooked or forgotten. Register for the upcoming workshop sponsored by Seeds 4 Youth Development, ILM Foundation, and Masjid Al Shareef, on Saturday, July 26, 2025; from 2-4 pm, at
Masjid Al Shareef below:
Our goal is to develop programs through local partners that provide real opportunities. These initiatives will include paid schooling, on-the-job training, and employment, helping bridge economic gaps and reduce the pipeline from incarceration to stagnation. We want to create pathways for our youth and adults across California and, inshallah, expand to other states, fostering business development and job creation.
We warmly invite all Muslim adults, brothers and sisters facing job insecurity or struggling to find a stable livelihood, to join this program. It is designed to not only teach valuable trades but also to pay participants while they learn, ensuring that no one is left behind. As my brother Mustafa and Haaziq wisely shared, “We need to meet our people where they are with compassion.” Over 20 individuals have already completed this program.
Inshallah, with the guidance of our Coalition to Preserve Human Dignity, we aim to expand this program further, touching more lives and strengthening our community bonds. This effort is not only about economic upliftment but about embodying the true spirit of Islam which is helping others and building a better society.
We welcome everyone to join us on this mission. Together, with Allah’s help, we can continue this work of humanity, compassion, and community building—locally and across the nation.
Inshallah, may Allah bless our efforts and grant success to this noble cause.
