Thousands attend Chicago's annual ISNA Convention
More than 25,000 people attended the largest convention for the American Muslim community, which was held in Chicago from September 1-4.
ISNA is one of the oldest Muslim organizations and was founded in 1963. With several activities, programs, and campaigns aimed at assisting in social reform, ISNA is currently one of the greatest grassroots, nonprofit Muslim organizations in North America. The objective of ISNA is to develop into a role-model Islamic organization that fosters harmony and advances both American society and the Muslim community.
The convention's contributions to American Muslims in the past and plans for a better future are reflected in this year's theme, "60 Years of Service: Navigating the Way Forward."
The largest bazaar in America with 550 booths, an art exhibition, an encounter with the creator, a film festival, a fashion show for women, a banquet for young professionals, a photography exhibit, a Qirat competition, and matrimonial counseling were among the conference's events. There were also keynote sessions, side sessions, panel discussions, a health trade show, sessions by young professionals inspirational and leadership conferences, a banquet for young professionals and a photography exhibit.
According to Safaa Zarzour, the ISNA president, "The goal of the ISNA Annual Conference is to bring the Muslim community together for a common cause," was stated during the opening ceremony. Their objective is to unite people of many religions and backgrounds in an atmosphere of harmony and improved understanding. Many different educators, academics, community leaders, and public workers have received invitations from ISNA.
The gathering provides Muslims with a chance to socialize, share knowledge, and commemorate their religion.
Numerous eminent speakers, academics, and activists participate in the event, which has a jam-packed schedule of lectures, panel discussions, debates, and entertainment.
The gathering included religious seminars as well as discussions on mental health issues, climate change, and even international problems like the Kashmir, Rohingya catastrophe and the Palestinian conflict.
Dr. Ihsan Bagby received the ISNA lifetime achievement award at the CSRL luncheon on the second day, and Shaykh Hamza Yusuf gave the keynote lecture. More than 600 individuals attended the event.
Sara Minkara was the keynote speaker and spoke at the ISNA interfaith banquet about the value of accessibility and its advantages for all.
At the conference, the board, steering committee, and community members along with community leaders cut a massive 60-foot long cake in honor of the Islamic Society of North America's (ISNA) 60 years of community service! The images demonstrated how fruitful and inspirational the convention was run.
Serving The Community For 60 Years ISNA has been serving the Muslim community for the past 60 years through its Annual Convention, Conferences, Youth Programs, Interfaith Programs, Chaplaincy Services, Masjid Services, Scholarships, Islamic Horizons Magazine, Matrimonial, Webinars, and other activities.
Many prominent scholars attended including Miko Peled, Khizr Khan, Sr. Leasha Prime, Sheikh Zaid Shakir, Sheikh Sayyed Hossein Nasr, Imam Mohamed Majid, Sr. Yasmin Mogahed, several members of US Congress and State officials and many others.
At the convention, the Jesse White Tumbling Team performed. The show was seen by hundreds of people. A wide variety of Nasheed singers, spoken word performers, and stand-up comedians performed in the closing session of the third day of the annual conference as a spectacular finale of entertainment. Night of entertainment. All of the audience members grinned as the entertainment event began. Nasheed singers, Hip Hop performers, and spoken word poets all gave original performances. The guests' spirits are inspired and revived by this enjoyable workshop. Preacher Moss, Native Deen, Mo Sabri, Kashmir Maryam, and Alman Nusrat are among the performers.