Welcome to IAR Youth

Programs
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College & Young Professionals
RISE Recharge

Long week? We get it. Come recharge with us on Thursdays at 7pm through a meaningful reminder from our beloved Imam Saif, good company, and a space to reconnect, reflect, and reset. 

Note: For the latest updates on RISE programming and events, follow them @rise.iar and on WhatsApp here:

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Program Manager

Sinthia Shabnam

High School
Deen Builders

Boys ages 14 – 18 are invited to join our Saturday Night High School Boys Halaqah  from 8pm to 10pm. This program includes Islamic reminders, food, and shared brotherhood. 

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Program Lead

Ferras Dahnoun

The Tarbiyah program for Teens will give our girls a safe place to learn, interact, and establish a strong identity by learning more about the Quran, asking questions and sharing experience, mentoring younger girls, and obtaining life skills that will allow them to feel confident in who they are and become examples for those around them, Bi ithn Allah.

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Program Lead

Sr. Fatima Sadoun

The High School MSA Collective is a coalition and collaboration of local High School MSAs that work together to share resources, coordinate activities with each other, and organize collectively. 

Please reach out if you or your MSA would like to participate!

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Program Lead

Luqman Shariff

Join Sr. Eman Barakat for an 8-week Quran journey exploring selected verses through tafsir, reflection, Islamic history, and meaningful discussion. Build sisterhood, deepen your understanding, and reconnect with the Quran in a welcoming space.

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Program Lead

Eman Barakat

A welcoming space for high school girls to share and discus the books they love and connect with fellow book lovers.

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Program Lead

Danya Sulaiman

Your masjid is excited to announce Leaders of Tomorrow, a youth leadership development internship for students aged 15 – 18. This year-long internship aims to develop the next generation of qualified leaders to contribute to the community and Ummah as a whole.

The interns selected to participate in this program will receive training in leadership skills including (but not limited to) professionalism, public speaking, program development, and Islamic essentials. Limited seats are available

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Program Lead

Tara Olhoft

Attention Rising Seniors in High School! Are you applying to college this fall? The College Application Mentorship Program is here to help. Get paired with an experienced mentor who will guide you through every step- from choosing schools to perfecting your essays to submitting applications. This is personalized coaching throughout your entire application journey. Free for all rising high school seniors. Applications open now on a rolling basis. Spots limited, so apply today!

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Program Lead

Mokhtar Alarhabi

Elementary/ Middle School
Young Ansar

This program is designed for boys ages 7 to 14.. The activities consist of Islamic reminders, sports, snacks, and occasional outings. Join us on Saturdays after Duhur until 4:30!

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Program Lead

Muhammad Samara

The Middle and Elementary girls Saturday program gives our girls the opportunity to get closer to their deen and community through Islamic halaqas, Quran tafseer & understanding, learning Arabic basics, and engaging in activities with other girls their age!

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Program Lead

Sr. Fatima Sadoun

A program for boys and girls age 6 to 11 that encourages them to love the masjid. This program offers halaqas, crafts, activities, food, and friendship. The program meets on Friday nights for 6 or 8 week sessions, 3 times a year.

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Program Lead

Tara Olhoft

Are you a student with big ideas and a passion for robotics and engineering? This is your stage. Your time. Your code. 

 Robotics encourages the youth to solve problems using STEM. IAR has three FLL Teams and one FTC Team. See our dedicated robotics page for more details:  https://raleighmasjid.org/robotics/

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Program Lead

Muhammad Samara

Summer fun awaits! Join the 2026 IAR Summer Day Camp for boys and girls aged 7 – 14. Engage in exciting activities such as sports, crafts, outings, teambuilding activities, and science fun! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable summer experience.

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Program Lead

Yusuf Zayan

The Sports and Recreation and Youth Committees are happy to announce the Fall 2024 Girls Basketball League. Girls will dribble, pass, and shoot, building teamwork and battling it out on the court!

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Program Lead

April Ackles

Infants & Toddlers
Ummi & Me

Come join us for story time at Ummi and Me! The youngest members of our community are invited with their caretakers.

Every Wednesday at 10:30 am in the Main Prayer Hall. Activities include story time program, featuring sing-a-long, nasheeds and learning with lots of friends.

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Program Lead

Tara Olhoft

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Are you interested in Joining the youth committee?

We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to help shape the next generation through meaningful, fun, and faith-centered programs for our youth. Fill out the interest form to join!

We are delighted to highlight the amazing work of our community in this impact report. 

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