New Muslims face significant challenges. One of these challenges is that despite an abundance of material in books and on the internet, information is of varying quality and accuracy, and is often spread across many places. This information is often mixed with content which is inappropriate, too detailed, or confusing for a new Muslim. There is also a lack of simple, structured material from which a new Muslim can learn that which they really need to know in the first few days and weeks. Welcome to Islam is a unique programme for new Muslims, dealing with the first few weeks of a person’s life as a new Muslim. We intend to cover only the things that are essential for a new Muslim to know, in a way that is easily accessible to people who are new to Islam.

The course is based on short modules (2-3 per week) intended to give the new Muslim the essential tools that she needs to get started in their new religion. This will include matters of belief, common problems and how to solve them, the prayer, Islamic terminology, and some of the basic commands and prohibitions of Islam. The aim is that new Muslims will be able, after completing the course, to integrate with existing classes and facilities for Muslims, and be comfortable and confident in their new life. The course will conclude in time for the ‘Asr prayer, and we will pray together before leaving. 

Sister Fatima Diaby is a student of knowledge in Islamic Studies based in the U.A.E. She is a graduate from the Academy of Creteil in France majoring in Literature and language as Specialty. She has many years of teaching experience in various fields such as languages, Islamic workshop and summer camps. She took most of her Islamic education from her father who was, Professor in Islamic theology and an Imam .She has studied islamic sciences at various centers in dubai like kalemah Masjid Aisha Etc…, she pursued the memorization of the Holy Quran at the reputable Quran centres Otrojah and Riad Saliheen

She is currently enrolled at Knowledge International University – K.S.A and prepares a double major in Islamic Studies while attending various Majaalis which are promoting authentic knowledge.