Welcome to our Resource Library
Note: While we’re happy to help share resources, the act of including an org or resource on this here list does not mean we co-sign everything they do or say, or that Center DC is partnership with them. It’s just a starting point to support you doing your own research inshaAllah.
Local Communities
The DMV is rich with masjids, third spaces, and dope Muslim organizations you should know about. Find out more by clicking the links below:
DC
Masjid Muhammad (NW + SE)
The Islamic Center of Washington DC (NW)
18th St Masjid / Masjid Ahlul Qur'an Wal Hadeeth (NE)
Ivy City Masjid (NE)
Rashidun Center (NE)
Masjid Al Islam (SE)
VA
MakeSpace (Alexandria)
MAS DC (Alexandria)
Dar al Hijrah (Falls Church)
ADAMS Center (Sterling + elsewhere!)
MD
Diyanet Center (Lanham)
Muslim Family Center (Columbia)
PGMA (Seabrook)
ISWA (Fairland)
MCC (Silver Spring)
IMAAM Center (Silver Spring)
Dar Us Salaam (College Park)
ICM (Gaithersburg)
Islamic Learning
Want to learn about Islam? We have some ideas of places you can go to start figuring it out.
About Islam
Yaqeen Institute - an online research institute tackling contemporary Islamic concepts
Quran.com - a place online to view and listen to multiple translations and explanations of the Quran (we especially like The Clear Quran by Dr.Mustafa Khattab, which you can also read online)
“Muhammad: A Very Short Introduction” by Dr. Jonathan AC Brown to learn about Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his life,
“Being Muslim” by Asad Tarsin, for a step-by-step manual on what Muslims believe and what practicing Islam entails
“Islam and the Cultural Imperative” by Dr. Umar F Abdullah to get a sense of how Islam might integrate with your culture.
Certificate Programs
Ella Collins Institute - a DC-based seminary, housed in Center DC / run by Sh.Suhaib Webb
SWISS - Sh. Suhaib’s online learning program for every day Muslims
Medina Institute - a GA-based seminary w/ online classes
Seeker Guidance - a robust online program for traditional Islamic studies, including a robust Q&A database
Rabata Institute - a women-led/taught seminary program w/ online class options
Qalam - a TX-based seminary w/ online class options
Bayyan Islamic Graduate School - a CA/Chicago based program w/ Certificate + mashaAllah + PhD options
Tayseer Seminary - a TN-based seminary, in-person only!
The Islamic Seminary of America - a TX-based seminary
Cambridge Muslim College - a UK based certificate program online!
Arabic Learning
Quranic.com - an app-based learning program w/ games + classes
Fawakih - online + in-person class options for serious Arabic learning / comprehension
Measured Tones - podcasts, classes all focused on Quranic pronunciation
Support for New Muslims
New to Islam? Thinking about joining the fold? Check out our landing page below for some suggestions on on how to get started!
LOCAL Support Groups
Islam 101 @ Masjid Muhammad (DC)
Revert Group @ Diyanet Center (MD) - or email muhtade@diyanetamerica.org!
The Sanctuary @ Adams Center (VA)
Convert Support @ Dar al Hijrah (VA) - email imamnaeem@hijrah.org
Books
“Being Muslim” by Asad Tarsin - a ‘how' to’ manual for new Muslims (they also have a website with TONS of resources!)
Apps
PrayWatch - an app with prayer times
Guidance - an app with prayer times
PraySpace - an iOS app to help you learn how to pray
Dhikr & Dua - an app with different supplications and prayers
Asmal Husna - an app to help you learn the 99 Names of God
ONLINE SUPPORT
Social Services
Need support? Looking for a therapist? Premarital counseling? Financial aid? Check out our social services / referral database to find the help you’re looking for inshaAllah.
Mental Health Care
Crisis Textline: A crisis line for 24/7 mental health support
Naseeha.org: A 24/7 mental health helpline + phone service connecting folks with Muslim peer support counselors - 24/7 help line 1 (866) 627-3342
dmvmuslimcounselors.com - a great starting list of local Muslim providers!
Open Path Collective: a non-profit that offers discounted therapy in all 50 states
Muslim Wellness Foundation: Muslim Wellness Foundation (MWF) is a (501c3) nonprofit organization established in 2011 to reduce stigma associated with mental illness, addiction and trauma in the American Muslim community through dialogue, education and training.
Institute for Muslim Mental Health: An organization promoting Muslim Americans' mental health through research, resource development, training & advocacy
Khalil Center: A psychological and spiritual community wellness center advancing the professional practice of psychology rooted in Islamic theology
SEEMA Mental Health: An org that offers virtual support groups to both individuals living with a mental health condition, as well as their families and loved ones. They also do advocacy and have a resource for finding Muslim therapists.
American Muslim Mental Health Professionals: A network of Muslim mental health professionals
Follow: @growthwork, @sexualhealthformuslims , @sproutingwellness, @amaly.mindset
OTHER SUPPORTS
Bury Me Muslim - Islamic burial + financial aid
Sharia Wiz or My Wassiyah - Islamic will writing
Aafiyah Project’s Ansar Al Nisa Program - Local Zakat funding for women
A Premarital Coaching Program, run by Muslim Chaplains