Prioritizing Islam in your Organization: Presented by Bro. Kuranda Seyit

Salam,Prioritizing Islam in your OrganizationCome join us to benefit and learn how to apply it to your organisation or workplace!YMP is proud to host brother Kuranda Seyit from Sydney, Australia, Director of Forum on Australia's Islamic Relations (FAIR). Learn about:· Sustainability In Organizational Development · Moving towards a more sustainable organization· Consolidating your organizational success and your networksBeing the Director of FAIR gives brother Kuranda a vast experience in developing a sustainable organization. How do we prioritize our goals? Capitalize on our networks and resources? Come and join us to learn and discuss on the management aspect of Da’wah; something often overlooked, but extremely important.This is highly...

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Creativity and Islam with Ustadh Riaz Ansary

Are we allowed to use our own mind in Islam, to interpret and practice the religion? How flexible or rigid is Islam? Are we taught to only follow orders? Is asking too many questions discouraged in Islam?All of these, and more, questions will be answered in this free and open discussion about Islam with Ustadh Riaz Ansary from the US. ALL are invited!Ustadh Riaz Ansary is an Associate Researcher at the International Shariah Research Academy for Islamic Finance (ISRA) and is also currently pursuing his PhD at ISTAC. Came to Islam at the age of 22, he had since traveled the world giving lectures and translating various into English.Come and join us for a traditional YMP discussion about Islam this Sunday, 6th June 2010 at 3-14-5 The Residence...

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A Day in the Life of the Prophet (PBUH)

Join YMP together with Sheikh Tariq Appleby in a night of knowledge and reflection as we remind ourselves of the example of the best of mankind.Sheikh Tariq Appleby was born and grew up in Cape Town, South Africa with a family background that is of a mix of Indian and English. After completing high school, Tariq went to the Islamic University of Madinah to pursue Islamic studies. He completed his Diploma in Arabic and then in 2007 graduated with a B.A. in Hadith studies.He has taught in a number of Islamic centres in Cape Town, and is currently working as a teacher in the Discover Islam centre (DIC) with Dr Abdullah Hakim Quick. He also teaches with Al-Hijra foundation which offers short courses and youth programmes in Cape Town. More abouth...

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YMP & IAMM Presents: Museum Hunt!

Salam (Peace) Everyone!!!There comes a time when we all need to stretch those legs out and get energized, BUT why not learn something valuable at the same time! How, you may ask? Why, through a good ol' treasure hunt fun, of course!! And what better place to hold such an activity then in the Islamic Arts Museum!Come join us in our Museum Hunt and learn about the artifacts featured in their twelve permanent galleries. Learn the history, the characters, the art behind the exhibits, and most of all, HAVE FUN!!!And NO, you DON'T need to be a historian of any sort to join. Just regular Joe's and plain Jane's will do. As long as you're keen on having fun, work those leg muscles, blitz those brain cells, and meet new people, then sign on up!Itenerary:10am...

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My Time in Palestine: A Talk by Khalil Chris Chaney

Salam (Peace) Everyone!!YMP has a very special evening in store for you on the 11th with a very special individual indeed, brother Khalil Chris Chaney!Brother Khalil is an American-born convert to Islam who stayed in Palestine for the past 3 years. Initially going there to do a thesis for his Masters, he then completely fell in love with the people and the place that is Palestine. He has made several mini-documentaries on what the people in Palestine go through in their daily lives; the struggles, the conflicts, the everyday life. He has been working with the youth in hostile and conflict-filled environment for the past 25 years of his life before he went to Palestine and worked with the youth there. He is now married to a Malaysian lady and...

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Calligraphy Workshop with IAMM

Salam everyone!Ever wanted to learn a thing or two about Islamic calligraphy? Ever wondered how beautiful pieces that we see around are made? Well here's your chance!Learn the basics of Islamic calligraphy with an ustadh in just a few hours and have fun at the same time! And who knows, if you produce something good enough, they might hang it up in the museum!Date: Saturday, 20th March 2010, 10 AMVenue: Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, Jalan Lembah Perdana, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaPrice: RM 20 per personThe day will start with a free guided tour of the museum and its exhibits. Then off to the workshop, and finally we end with lunch & prayers. Itinerary:10 AM - Registration10.30 - Museum Tour11.45 - Calligraphy Workshop1.15pm - Lunch1.40pm...

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Dying for the Dunia or Living for the Akhirat?

Salam all,Young Muslims Project, with support from the Malaysian Islamic Welfare Organization (PERKIM) is proud to bring you a very special lecture on remembering and preparing for the hereafter, presented by Ustadh Yahya Ibrahim, all the way from Perth, Australia.Ustadh Yahya Ibrahim is a sought after dynamic international public speaker. Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, he has delivered numerous talks, seminars and classes throughout the world, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and many others. He has studied and translated for some of the leading scholars in the Muslim world and is one of the most popular and emotive English language Islamic speakers in the West. More on Yahya Ibrahim.Join YMP in a night of...

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Reflections: A Look into the Year that was, and the Year to Come

Salam All!Hope you are in the best of health and Iman.This Sunday, YMP is holding a simple, relaxed get-together to share and reflect on everything that happened in 2009 and what we expect in 2010. Share with us your moments of joy and sorrow, seriousness and funny ones, excitements and disappointments.When & where? At our regular hangout place of course, 43, Pinggir Zaaba Taman Tun Dr Ismail at 2 PM. Don't be la...

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Tales & Reflections from the Holy Land

Salam,Hey there! Hope that all of you are doing well in 2010 inshaAllah. This weekend join YMP together with brother Khairul and brother Ameen as they relive and reflect on their recent journey to complete the Hajj. Listen to their stories of patience, amazement, hardships and humility in the Holy Land, and the personal benefits and lessons they gained from it.When? Sunday, 10 January 2010Where? YMP Hangout, 43 Pinggir Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala LumpurTime? 1 PM*So we hope to see you there inshaAllah!*light snacks will be provi...

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