What is Your Life Plan?
Goal Setting: Students will learn the importance of setting short-term and long-term goals. Strategic Planning: Students will learn the significance of creating a strategic plan to achieve their objectives. Career Planning: Students will gain valuable insights into career planning, skill development, and pursuing meaningful work. Reflective Practices: Students will use reflective practices, helping them evaluate their values, interests, and priorities in shaping their life plans. Lifelong Learning: Students will [...]
Inspire Retreat – Kansas City
Discover Your Superpower Harnessing your Strengths through Self-Awareness (using MBTI) OVERVIEW This is a high energy, interactive workshop that aims to increase self-awareness and improve communication skills of participants by using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) framework. The participants will undertake a series of exercises and discussions designed to help them tap into their unique, God-given strengths. Participants will be guided on a journey of self-discovery to recognize and [...]
DRIVE 2024
DRIVE is a transformative summer experience for high school students, focused on personal growth and empowerment. Through a blend of workshops, lectures, team building exercises, and engaging activities like sports, lake adventures, and social gatherings, participants are inspired to develop a strong sense of identity and self-esteem. Campers interact with mentors while enjoying Camp Taha's scenic setting from June 20 to June 23, 2024, for a holistic journey towards [...]
A Blueprint for Shia Islamic Weekend School Success
School administrators will explore strategies for designing and developing a comprehensive and culturally sensitive curriculum.School administrators will gain financial management skills and learn effective fundraising strategies to support the school. School administrators will understand the process of student admission and enrollment and explore strategies for attracting and retaining students. School administrators will explore methods for fostering positive relationships with the school community, parents, and local stakeholders. School administrators will explore [...]
Beyond Bulletpoints: The Art of Resume Writing
Students will learn to identify and understand the essential components of a well-crafted resume. Students will understand the importance of highlighting achievements and quantifiable impact in each resume section. Students will develop skills in customizing resumes for specific job descriptions. Students will learn formatting best practices, including font choice, bullet points, and layout. Students will understand the importance of incorporating relevant keywords for applicant tracking systems (ATS). Hajj [...]
Crisp & Correct: The APA Style Workshop
Students will learn how to appropriately paraphrase, cite sources, and create a reference list to uphold academic integrity. Students will learn the fundamental elements of APA formatting, including title pages, running heads, and page margins. Students will master the art of in-text citations according to APA guidelines. Students will learn to effectively use headings and subheadings to organize and structure their APA papers. Students will gain proficiency in creating [...]
Experience Ziyara – April 2024
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 (as). Whether you're a first-time pilgrim or an experienced traveler, 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 [...]
Fatima: The Flower of Life
In honor of the auspicious occasion of the birth of Imam Husayn (a), we are delighted to extend a special promotion to our cherished readers. With every purchase of "Fatima: The Flower of Life," we are honored to offer a complimentary free copy of "Husayn: Saga of Hope." This gesture not only celebrates the remarkable life and legacy of Imam Husayn but also serves as a token of our [...]
Negotiation and Communication
The students will learn methods of thinking to protect their interests while protecting the interest of everyone else that is involved. Hajj Wissam Bazzi is an entrepreneur, author, and one of the nation's elite life and business strategists. He has worked with high-level CEO's of Multi-Million dollar companies and is recognized in the Direct Sales industry as on of the top training experts in coaching Leadership, Management, Sales, [...]
Impediments and Barriers
What kind of impediments stop a person from understanding the Holy Quran? Whether these obstacles are apparent or hidden, a person should be aware of these reasons that may stop them from acquiring the meanings of the Holy Quran. Through better reflection on these reasons, a person will be able to digest the words of God. H. Bahrelelom is a strategist, lecturer, and public intellectual. His studies under the [...]
A Practical Guide to Dhikr
Defining dhikr and its antonym, ghaflah. Understanding the benefits of dhikr and effects of ghaflah. Exploring different forms of dhikr. Other practical tips, time-permitting Elweya Israa Safieddine is a teacher and educational consultant from Michigan who specializes in Islamic instruction and educational training. A graduate of the University of Michigan, she earned an MA in public administration with a focus in assessment and evaluation. She also studied at [...]
Support During Times of Grief
Processing grief during these difficult times. Learning how to cope. Sister Malak Berro is a licensed clinical therapist, with a masters degree in Social Work. Malak has been in the field for about 13 years. Her experience ranges from inpatient mental health clinics, to now having her private practice. Malak has worked with many different populations in California and has returned to this city to do outreach to our [...]
Etiquettes of the Holy Qur’an
We all put the time and effort to read the Holy Quran. Have you thought to yourself, how best to engage with the Book of God. How to best read His words and extend yourself to understand the meanings. Students will learn some outer, apparent and esoteric etiquettes to explore the Holy Quran. H. Bahrelelom is a strategist, lecturer, and public intellectual. His studies under the tutelage of the [...]
Mini Habits
Positive habits can multiply your results and success. Yet, anyone who has tried to change existing habits or build new habits will know how difficult it can be. This class presents a strategy of using “mini habits” to overcome your brain’s natural resistance so you can add healthy habits permanently to your life. H. Bahrelelom is a strategist, lecturer, and public intellectual. His studies under the tutelage of the [...]
S.T.R.E.S.S. Management
Major components of S.T.R.E.S.S. acronym (Self discipline, Time management, Relaxation, Empowerment, Spirituality, and Self preservation) Elweya Buthaina Bahrelelom PhD LPC is a mental health counselor in private practice focusing on women’s issues and youth. Additionally, she is an adjunct faculty member in the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in the Clinical Mental Health graduate online program. Date & Time Monday: January 29, 2024 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM Monday: February [...]
The Holy Qur’an – A Historical Overview
They will learn the different names of the Holy Quran, the stages of revelation, how the quran was safeguarded from alteration, and how was it written and compile. H. Bahrelelom is a strategist, lecturer, and public intellectual. His studies under the tutelage of the professors of the Islamic Seminary, and his lectures in communities across the globe, have ranged across theology, jurisprudence, philosophy, ethics, and community development.In addition to [...]
Inspire Retreat – DC
Attendees will delve into practical strategies for understanding, managing, and harnessing their emotions as powerful tools for growth. Through dynamic exercises, real-world scenarios, and interactive discussions, participants will refine their communication styles, learning to convey thoughts and emotions with clarity, empathy, and authenticity. The retreat is designed for serious and dedicated individuals that are striving for self betterment and empowerment to be active members in their communities. [...]
Experience Ziyara – 2023
Introduction Whether it is your first time or tenth, experiencing Ziyara with Mainstay is one of a kind. Join us for a spiritual retreat in Iraq — the Cradle of Civilization and the Home of the Shrine Cities: Najaf, Karbala, Kadhimiya and Samarra. We are committed to having everyone who joins to not only leave spiritually uplifted in their journey to the shrine cities, but to come away with [...]
Inspire Retreat – DFW
A leadership development program targeting university/college students and young professionals. The retreat aims to empower leaders in our community by providing training in emotional intelligence, communication, self-awareness, and other professional skills. The retreat is designed for serious and dedicated individuals that are striving for self betterment and empowerment to be active members in their communities. Inayat Moledina is an experienced Leadership Development Facilitator and regularly runs high [...]
Book Event: This My Love Isn’t Goodbye
We are excited to announce that we will be holding a book talk and signing with author Paul McCoy on his published book, 'This My Love Isn't Goodbye'. Seating is limited so please RSVP to reserve your seat and join us on Friday, July 14th, 2023 at 7 p.m. at The Mainstay Foundation's Innovation and Leadership Center. "In search of truth, little did I anticipate that my journey [...]
Rolling Into Eid
Join us in celebrating Eid Al-Adha on Sunday, July 2nd, 2023 at 12pm at United Skates of America! Guaranteed to have a blast for females of ALL ages! Best part is, your ticket includes all activities for FREE! registration today!
Mainstay’s Banquet Dinner: A Huge Success
Last Friday (4/28/23) we celebrated Mainstay’s annual banquet at the Bint Jebail Cultural Center with hundreds of community supporters. It was a beautiful night that highlighted the innovation and leadership of the foundation as it continues to serve the development of Shia Muslims worldwide from its base in Dearborn, MI, USA. The night started with welcoming remarks from the Foundation’s executive director, Sayyid Abathar Tajaldeen. In addition to the [...]
Innovation & Leadership Banquet
Join us for Mainstay’s Innovation & Leadership Banquet Dinner. We are celebrating the Foundation’s commitment to innovation in service and developing the leaders of tomorrow. The dinner will take place on April 28th at 7PM at the Bint Jebail Cultural Center in Dearborn, MI. Sponsor the event and purchase your tables/tickets below
2023 – DRIVE Retreat
The DRIVE Retreat is intended to be a fulfilling summer experience that aims to empower high school students and instill in them a sound sense of identity that will help build their self-esteem and bring a greater sense of self-worth. The retreat centers on personal and spiritual development, providing essential lectures, workshops, and activities that aim to empower and inspire teens. Learning will be reinforced with team building exercises [...]
Press Release: Mainstay Stresses Religious Freedom Protection for Shia Muslims
Press Release: Mainstay Stresses Religious Freedom Protection for Shia Muslims Press Release Washington, D.C. | February 7, 2023 – over the past few weeks, The Mainstay Foundation has had several meetings with senior officials from the White House, the U.S. State Department, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs & Border Protection (CBP), and U.S. Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS). We discussed the ongoing [...]