Post-Chaplaincy Certificate in Religious Literacy:
For chaplains already in the field who want to go deeper. Over 24 weeks, this ECI × Center DC program reconnects practicing Muslim chaplains to the classical Islamic disciplines that ground their work — fard ayn literacy, Quranic recitation, fiqh of the body, and full liturgical competency — alongside six Saturday intensives on the hardest questions chaplaincy raises: convert care, Sunni–Shia pastoral reality, anti-Blackness, mental health, marriage and sexuality, and addiction.
Taught by Imam Suhaib Webb and Chaplain Lauren. Formation through encounter, not information transfer.
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An Intermediate Tajwīd Intensive
Post-Chaplaincy Certificate in Religious Literacy:
This August, join Imam Suhaib Webb for a three-night study of Shaykh Ibrāhīm al-Samannūdī's Bahjat al-Luḥādh, tracing the living chain of Qur'anic transmission from the Prophet ﷺ to the present. Across the evenings of August 22–24, the intensive moves through the science of transmission and the chain of narration, the core rules of tajwīd — sakt, ghunna, idghām, ishmām and the distinctions of this tarīq — and closes with comparative review, recitation practice, and ijāza transmissions. Held 5–9 PM each evening at Center DC in Washington, D.C.
General admission is $125, or $75 early bird with code 'TFEARLYBIRD' when you register by August 15.
2026 Summer ECI/SWISS Knowledge
Retreat in Istanbul
In a world of endless distraction, join us for a transformative summer retreat exploring spiritual doubts, power, and the self, guided by some of today's most compelling Muslim scholars and teachers.
Faculty:
Imam Suhaib Webb
Dr. Farah El Sharif
Imam Tom Facchine
Ustadh Cyrus McGoldrick
Abu Ayoub Marulanda
The Setting:
Nestled in the heart of historic Istanbul, sessions will be held at a magnificent 17th-century Ottoman madrasa, a space where generations of scholars have gathered in pursuit of knowledge.
For the Whole Family:
This retreat has been designed with families in mind. A dedicated program for children ages 7-14 will run alongside the adult curriculum, so parents can dedicate themselves to their classes with peace of mind. There will also be a childcare program available for children under 7. Experience living history, don't just read about it!
Go beyond the classroom with immersive, experiential history courses led by Ustadh Abu Ayoub Marulanda who brings Istanbul's layered Islamic heritage to life as you walk through the city.
What's Included:
7 nights at a 5-star hotel
Full breakfast and lunch daily
Evening programs featuring storytelling and Qiyam
All transport to historical site visits
Supported by SWISS & Ella Colins Institute
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Honoring a Legacy of Leadership
Ella Little-Collins was more than Malcolm X's sister—she was a pioneering Muslim educator, community organizer, and spiritual leader in her own right. Her dedication to Islamic education and social justice laid the foundation for generations of Muslim leaders.
As a devoted educator, Ella believed in the transformative power of knowledge rooted in Islamic tradition while addressing contemporary challenges. Her legacy continues through her son, Yusuf Collins, who serves on our board, ensuring her vision remains central to our mission.
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