In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful

"Serving as the Instruments of Change"

Inaugural Graduation & Conference
of the Foundations Cohort

Class of 2026

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You Are Cordially Invited

ECI is pleased to invite you to witness the inaugural conference and graduation for the Foundations Cohort — Class of 2026.

Asalaam 'Alaikum wa rahmatullah. We are honored to have you with us on this exciting day as we celebrate a milestone at ECI.

Join us to hear from our honored teachers and guest speakers, Sh. Abdullah Oduro and Sr. Leqaa Kordia. Graduates will also share reflections on their capstone projects and how they will continue to apply what they have learned to serve and transform communities.

Reserve Your Seat

Admission is free. A $10 donation ticket is available to support ECI's mission.

Free Ticket

Free

Reserve your place at the graduation and conference at no cost.

ECI Donation Ticket

$10

Reserve your place and support ECI's growth with an optional $10 donation.

Event Details

Date

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Time

1:00 PM – 6:30 PM EST
Registration at 1 PM · Program starts 2 PM sharp

Location

Center DC
1426 9th St NW, 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20001

Getting There

Accessible by nearby DC bus & metro. Street parking available. ADA accessible.

Lunch

Lunch will be provided for all attendees.

Support ECI

Donate at ellacollinsinstitute.com/donation-page

Can't make it in person? Join us online.

Watch the Livestream

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there accessibility accommodations?
Alhamdulilah, yes. The building has an elevator. The center is located on the 2nd floor, so when you arrive you can dial 100 on the callbox outside or call the center at 202-290-1641 and someone can help you access the space. Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are also available.
How do I get in or find Center DC?
The building is under the black "1426" awning. During registration, we'll have someone from our team downstairs for directions. After that, if you're outside, you can dial 100 on the callbox. If not, call the center's main line at 202-290-1641 and we can send someone down to help.
Is parking available?
Yes, street parking is available. Center DC has tips on where to find street parking: www.centerdc.org/parking
Where can I get updates about the event?
Follow our Instagram page @eci_ilm for graduation updates. You can also visit ellacollinsinstitute.com for more information about ECI, including how to donate to help us grow.
Can I still apply to ECI?
We are currently accepting applications to our new ARC program designed for Muslim Chaplains. For more information, visit ellacollinsinstitute.com/eci-post-chaplaincy
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