This is our most important core value, guiding everything we do.
We follow mainstream Sunni Islam, while respecting cultural diversity within Islamic guidelines.
All policies, programs, and plans are guided by these principles.
This value serves as the foundation for resolving all disagreements.
Our Guiding Theme: The central theme of our mosque is compassion, mercy, and love in all that we do.
Our Highest Priority: Fostering a community where people genuinely love and care for one another is our top priority, guiding our decisions above other concerns.
For Everyone: This compassion is extended to all people—our Muslim community, our non-Muslim neighbors, and the wider society we serve.
Interactions are often limited to simple greetings like "salam."
Many people don't know each other's names or personal situations.
The mosque is often used like a community center (e.g., a YMCA), where people attend events without building deep connections.
Most social and family gatherings happen outside the mosque, often separated by ethnic groups.
Conflicts in leadership can create divisions and alienate community members.
There is no organized system to get to know everyone, check on their well-being, and make them feel valued as part of a strong, supportive community.
Mosque leadership often lacks a fair and transparent system for elections and accountability.
Respect: Every person must be treated with courtesy and respect.
Inclusion: Every Muslim is welcome, regardless of their ethnic or cultural background.
Justice & Equality: All members share the same rights, responsibilities, and access to opportunities.
Accountability: All leadership and volunteer roles have clear responsibilities and are evaluated fairly.
Support & Care: A system is needed to know our members, check on them regularly, and support them through any difficulty.
Unity: Divisions and cliques are not allowed; the community must strive to be one.
Organization: A strong system must be created to connect people so they can help, mentor, and support each other.
Conflict Resolution: A dedicated body must be formed to resolve conflicts fairly and effectively, whether between members, with the board, or with other organizations.
All members share a responsibility to serve the community.
Every member is given an equal opportunity to contribute.
Our programs are designed to encourage volunteerism, teamwork, and the sharing of unique talents.
Volunteer efforts are publicly recognized, appreciated, and rewarded based on fair evaluations.
We provide service to everyone, including members and non-members, Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
Clear Structure: The organization operates with a well-defined structure, guided by official bylaws and policies.
Consistent Rules: All rules are straightforward, easy to understand, and do not conflict with one another.
Equal Application: Rules are applied to every person equally, without exception. Periodic independent audits will ensure fairness.
Defined Roles: Every volunteer and staff position has a clear, written job description.
Fair Discipline: Disciplinary actions follow a process that is clear, proportional, and applied consistently to everyone.
Equality in rights and privileges
Equality in responsibilities
Equality in evaluation, promotion, and discipline
Equality in opportunity and access
Equality in representation
Public Bylaws and Policies: All bylaws and policies are written clearly and are available to every member.
Financial Transparency: Members can review all financial records, including details on compensation.
Accessible Meeting Minutes: Detailed minutes from all meetings, including voting records, are recorded and shared with members.
Open Meetings: Members are welcome to attend board meetings, with closed sessions used only for strictly confidential issues.
Quarterly General Assembly: The community holds a General Assembly each quarter for essential updates, discussions, and decisions.
Defined Roles and Evaluations: Every position has a clear job description and a fair, objective evaluation process.
Shared Performance Results: The performance evaluation results for leadership are made available to members.
Regular Audits: Internal audits are performed quarterly, and external audits are performed annually, with all results shared with the community.
Secure Record-Keeping: All records are kept safely to prevent tampering and protect member privacy.
Clear Job Descriptions: Every role and function within the organization has a written job description outlining its specific duties and responsibilities.
Objective Performance Reviews: All positions are subject to fair and impartial performance evaluations conducted on a regular basis.
Independent Audits: The organization undergoes regular internal and external audits to ensure compliance and fiscal responsibility.
Member Access to Reports: The results of all performance evaluations and audits are made available to the general membership.
Transparent Decision-Making: All official decisions are recorded in meeting minutes, which are accessible to all members.
Merit-Based Roles: The selection, placement, and dismissal for all positions are based on formal elections, clear qualifications, and the performance evaluations mentioned above.