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Every community needs strong leadership to ensure families and individuals feel safe, welcomed, and have access to the tools and resources they need to thrive. TISA is cultivating those leaders from within. As our community continues to face new challenges, we must work harder to develop the next generation of leaders who have the knowledge, skills, and training to help our community thrive. We are inviting you to be a part of this mission.  By educating future leaders about the tradition of Prophetic Leadership, we are giving them a stronger foundation in more ethical and effective community building, organizational management, and meeting the spiritual and social needs of the communities they serve. What is Prophetic Leadership? Prophetic leadership in Islam is the model of leadership exemplified by our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, rooted in the Qur’an, Sunnah, and the principles taught by all prophets before him. It’s not just about holding authority — it’s about serving others, guiding with justice, and embodying moral excellence. The world needs leaders who are molded in this prophetic model – those who recognize that restoring society begins within our communities, our families, and ourselves. Why Support TISA? Diversity in Leadership We believe that true leadership emerges from diverse voices and experiences. We are committed to developing leaders from underrepresented groups within the Muslim community, including women, reverts, and BIPOC individuals. Every segment of our community deserves the opportunity to flourish and inspire positive change. Please help us nurture students, who, using an Islamic paradigm, are prepared to make the world a better place for all people. SUPPORT DIVERSITY! Eliminating Financial Barriers We strive to NEVER turn a qualified student away due to financial difficulties. Your zakat helps support these needy students in their journeys to becoming ethical and effective leaders. Additionally, non-zakat funds are used to support the sustaining, growth, development, and improvement of our programs and services. TISA Students are Leading the Way TISA students are educated, not only in Quranic studies, Prophetic Traditions, History and Issues of Fiqh and the various Islamic sciences, but also in the most effective approaches in cross-cultural counseling, mental healthcare, interfaith work, organizational and institutional management, leadership, and much more. When you give to TISA, you’re investing in real people. Our students are preparing to step into the hardest and most important work of our time. Your support means they can stand in front of a congregation, mentor a struggling young person, comfort a grieving family, or speak truth to power, all while carrying the guidance of the Qur’an and the Sunnah into every moment.