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Boys Prayer Workshop

2026-08-31T23:35:28-04:00

It will help students understand the basic rulings of prayer so they can perform it correctly and with confidence. Students will learn the prerequisites of prayer, its required parts, common mistakes, and the basic rules needed to know when a prayer is valid. Students who are still learning how to pray, want to review the rules of prayer, or want a clearer understanding of what is required before and during prayer. Hajj Mohamed Ali Banoon Hajj Mohamed Ali Banoon is a practicing attorney based in Dearborn, MI. He is the Secretary of the Board of Directors [...]

Boys Prayer Workshop2026-08-31T23:35:28-04:00

Medicine of Ahlulbayt (a)

2026-09-10T08:51:50-04:00

Provide nutritional and lifestyle recommendations while showing the alignment between the teachings of Ahlul Bayt and recent research. This will help attendees recognize the wealth of knowledge that Ahlul Bayt offers in many aspects of life. Identify key nutritional and lifestyle practices recommended within Tibb Ahlul Bayt (such as moderation in eating, fasting, sleep patterns, and mindful living). Explain how these traditional teachings align with the core principles of integrative and functional medicine from research. Women 18+ Dr. Jina Berro Ph.D, MS, C.Ht, ACC Dr. Jina Berro Ph.D, MS, C.Ht, ACC, a functional and integrative nutrition [...]

Medicine of Ahlulbayt (a)2026-09-10T08:51:50-04:00

Islamic Courses

2026-09-01T17:37:57-04:00

What will it help students with? This course will help students go beyond recitation and memorization by diving into the deeper meanings and divine messages of the Qur’an. It will strengthen their connection to the Book of Allah, allowing them to understand how each verse carries guidance for the soul, the society, and the future. Through a Shia lens, students will explore how the AhlulBayt (a) are the living interpreters of the Qur’an, and how their explanations open up doors to understanding that are both spiritually transformative and intellectually rich. What will the students learn? [...]

Islamic Courses2026-09-01T17:37:57-04:00

Shia Professionals Conference

2026-09-17T11:07:52-04:00

ENGAGE 2026: Shia Muslim Professionals Conference An Overview The Mainstay Foundation welcomes you to ENGAGE 2026: Shia Muslim Professionals Conference, an annual conference connecting center & organization administrators, professionals, and emerging leaders across all fields, from our seven professional networks and beyond. In its 11th year, Engage 2026 is our largest gathering to date, featuring dedicated professional sessions, workshops, and a panel featuring guest speakers. The day will conclude with The Mainstay Foundation's Excellence in Service Scholarship Dinner, an evening honoring all professionals. The dinner will recognize outstanding individuals pursuing careers in law & policy and healthcare through scholarship awards, with [...]

Shia Professionals Conference2026-09-17T11:07:52-04:00

Experience Ziyara – Nov ’26

2026-09-01T12:26:41-04:00

Join us on a unique experience with Mainstay, where every Ziyara in Iraq is an unparalleled experience and another opportunity to further connect with the Imams (a). Whether you’re a first-time pilgrim or an experienced visitor, our spiritual retreat to Najaf, Karbala, Kadhimiya, and Samarra in Iraq is one that you won’t want to miss. At Mainstay, our commitment goes beyond merely facilitating your visit; we aspire for every participant to depart not only spiritually enriched but also armed with a deeper comprehension of their faith. Our English-guided tours and comprehensive programming ensure that individuals from diverse backgrounds can engage [...]

Experience Ziyara – Nov ’262026-09-01T12:26:41-04:00

Excellence Scholarship Dinner

2026-08-06T12:32:34-04:00

An Overview The Mainstay Foundation invites you to the Excellence in Service Dinner, an evening bringing together professionals, community leaders, and students committed to advancing public service, healthcare, and policy impact. This special gathering will highlight the Law & Policy Network and Healthcare Network, recognizing outstanding individuals through scholarship awards honoring excellence in service, integrity, and leadership. Learn more about Sponsorship Opportunities. Event Details Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time: 5:30PM ET Location: Bint Jebail Cultural Center | Dearborn, MI Scholarship Application Deadline: September 5, 2026

Excellence Scholarship Dinner2026-08-06T12:32:34-04:00

Financial Fundamentals: What School Never Taught

2026-05-18T12:32:54-04:00

It will help students understand how money works in real life, starting with their first paycheck and continuing through adulthood. Students will learn how to budget income, manage expenses, and avoid common financial mistakes. They will gain a clear understanding of taxes, credit scores, debt, and how everyday financial decisions affect long term stability. The class builds confidence around handling money responsibly, planning ahead, and making informed choices that support personal and family goals. Students will learn how to budget income, track expenses, and live within their means. They will learn how paychecks work, including taxes, deductions, and [...]

Financial Fundamentals: What School Never Taught2026-05-18T12:32:54-04:00

The Najaf Retreat

2026-04-30T18:36:05-04:00

The Mainstay Foundation in both the United Kingdom and United States are pleased to announce that registration is now open for this year’s Najaf Retreat. This project aims to take a select group of active brothers and sisters ages 18-24 to the Holy City of Najaf, in which the retreaters will meet with renowned scholars in the Islamic Seminary and benefit from their knowledge and expertise, while at the same time connecting to the Ahlul Bayt by way of visiting the Holy Shrines. This is a fast-paced program in which participants will be plugging into the intellectual hub of [...]

The Najaf Retreat2026-04-30T18:36:05-04:00

Aging Gracefully: Mental Wellness For Women

2026-04-18T21:18:13-04:00

Understanding the aging process for women and its multifaceted effects on mental health, including how hormonal changes, life transitions such as retirement and empty nesting, shifting social roles, and physical changes can influence emotional well-being, self-identity, and cognitive health in later adulthood. How women can successfully manage and adapt to later adulthood by developing practical coping strategies, building emotional resilience, fostering meaningful social connections, practicing mindfulness and self-care, and reframing aging as a period of continued growth, purpose, and personal fulfillment. Women 18+ who are approaching, entering, or navigating later adulthood — including those experiencing major life [...]

Aging Gracefully: Mental Wellness For Women2026-04-18T21:18:13-04:00

Sister’s Circle – When Stress Shows Up in Your Body

2026-09-03T10:18:31-04:00

About the Sisters Circle Sisters Circle is a biweekly support group for Shia Muslim young women ages 18+ that provides a safe, faith-based space to connect, reflect, and grow together. The group encourages open dialogue around personal, social, and spiritual challenges while fostering sisterhood, self-development, and empowerment through shared experiences. Each session centers on meaningful discussions, journaling, and interactive activities that connect Islamic teachings, especially from the lives of Ahlul Bayt (a), to everyday life. Guided by empathy and mutual support, Sisters Circle helps participants strengthen their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being while building a strong community rooted in faith [...]

Sister’s Circle – When Stress Shows Up in Your Body2026-09-03T10:18:31-04:00

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