Next Wave Muslim Initiative - NWMI

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Next Wave Muslim Initiative - NWMI NWMI is an organization dedicated to serving and educating the American Muslim community of the DC metropolitan area. NWMI is both organization and platform.

As an organization, NWMI consists of a group of Muslims whose vision is to promote – by Allah – the principles of Islam to an American Muslim audience. As a platform, NWMI serves as a launching point for a variety of programs and projects to serve the needs of the Muslim community in the path of Allah. NWMI’s primary objective is broad but simple: through programs that serve the individuals, families, and communities of the next Muslim generation, the message of Prophet Muhammad (saws) and his family may continue to spread in a way that is meaningful and relevant, insha Allah.

Teens, you have successfully completed the Labyrinth adventure together, but have you experienced the Ultimate Aerial Fo...
09/29/2026

Teens, you have successfully completed the Labyrinth adventure together, but have you experienced the Ultimate Aerial Forest? Join us and get ready for the ultimate group bonding and community building experience.

“Enjoy a 3 hour + 40 minute adventure! The first 40 minutes is dedicated to the initial orientation and gear up process. After that, explore the trees for 3 hours! We have 14 Aerial Forest courses across 7 difficulty levels. Climbers can typically complete 2-4 courses in the allotted time.” - Adventure Park Group

The park will provide all the necessary climbing gear and they also encourage you to wear gloves. You can bring your own gloves or purchase gloves onsite from the park.

We will also have picnic tables reserved for the duration of the climb and a little while afterwards, as well as an area for prayer, where we will perform Maghrib in congregation.

Register today and don’t miss out on the last NWMI Teen Council event of 2025-2026 before we have our next election. Who will be our next President and Vice President? This excitement is a powerful reflection of the opportunities ahead.

Please complete and sign the waiver prior to the start of the event. We can’t wait to see you next Saturday!

We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for another exciting Family Retreat at Camp Letts! To celebrat...
08/10/2026

We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for another exciting Family Retreat at Camp Letts! To celebrate, we're offering special early bird registration for the first two weeks, so please register early! We are thrilled that the NWMI community will have exclusive use of the entire facility this year, making it an even more special experience!

We invite you to escape the stresses of daily errands and news alerts to enjoy a restorative weekend getaway. Connect with both your family and your community through activities like canoeing, archery, campfires, nature hikes, and communal salat.

Just like years past, the retreat will be held at the beautiful site of Camp Letts on the shore of the Chesapeake Bay. Halal meals, sleeping accommodations, and all activities are included in your registration. Campers will sleep in air-conditioned cabins, divided by gender and age. Family rooms, with shared bathrooms, are available for those with small children. A private meeting space for both activities and prayer is also available to us.

We look forward to camping with you in September!

Registration is required. Early bird registration ends on Friday, August 14, 2026.

Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance, and renewal as we commemorate Arbaeen, the 40th day after the martyrd...
07/31/2026

Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance, and renewal as we commemorate Arbaeen, the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Husayn. More than a memorial, Arbaeen marks the moment when remembrance becomes commitment—a time to move beyond recalling the sacrifices of Karbala and renew our pledge to uphold our Islamic values of faith, justice, dignity, and truth.

Hosted by our NWMI Teen Council, the evening will begin with an engaging and interactive activity for teens and families, followed by a thought-provoking discussion led by Irfaan Nooruddin on the moral responsibility to bear witness and speak the truth in the face of injustice.

The program will also feature a screening of Mawkib al-Ebaa (The Caravan of Pride), a moving film that chronicles the arduous journey and suffering of the captives of Karbala, including our Prophet’s beloved granddaughter, Lady Zaynab, and great-grandson, Imam Zayn al-Abideen. Through their unwavering courage and resilience, they preserved the message of Karbala and ensured that the truth of what transpired would endure for generations.

We invite you and your family to join us for this inspiring evening of learning, reflection, and commitment to carrying forward the timeless lessons of Karbala.


Registration is required. Dinner will be provided.

Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance, and renewal as we commemorate Arba’een, the 40th day after the martyr...
07/31/2026

Join us for an evening of reflection, remembrance, and renewal as we commemorate Arba’een, the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Husayn. More than a memorial, Arba’een marks the moment when remembrance becomes commitment—a time to move beyond recalling the sacrifices of Karbala and renew our pledge to uphold our Islamic values of faith, justice, dignity, and truth.

Hosted by our NWMI Teen Council, the evening will begin with an engaging and interactive activity for teens and families, followed by a thought-provoking discussion led by Irfaan Nooruddin on the moral responsibility to bear witness and speak the truth in the face of injustice.

The program will also feature a screening of Mawkib al-Ebaa (The Caravan of Pride), a moving film that chronicles the arduous journey and suffering of the captives of Karbala, including our Prophet’s beloved granddaughter, Lady Zaynab, and great-grandson, Imam Zayn al-Abideen. Through their unwavering courage and resilience, they preserved the message of Karbala and ensured that the truth of what transpired would endure for generations.

We invite you and your family to join us for this inspiring evening of learning, reflection, and commitment to carrying forward the timeless lessons of Karbala.

Registration is required. Dinner will be provided. Ages 13 and up only.

Pure joy on the farm! 🚜✨We loved seeing so many beautiful smiling faces at our Eid al-Adha celebration at Green Meadows ...
06/12/2026

Pure joy on the farm! 🚜✨

We loved seeing so many beautiful smiling faces at our Eid al-Adha celebration at Green Meadows Petting Farm. There's nothing quite like bringing the community together for a day of family, fun, and unforgettable memories.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us, rain or shine! 💙 We appreciate our community!

Drop a 🐑 or ☂️ if you were there!

05/31/2026

"NWMI Eids are iconic!" ✨

​We absolutely love and appreciate our community, and it brings us so much joy to celebrate with you year after year.

​How much fun did we have back at the farm? 🚜🌾

You all made this Eid and every Eid unforgettable.

​Eid Mubarak again, everyone!

Drop your favorite memory from the farm in the comments 👇

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A very happy Eid to our NWMI community! We can't wait to celebrate with you tomorrow, iA!
05/27/2026

A very happy Eid to our NWMI community! We can't wait to celebrate with you tomorrow, iA!

Our beloved tradition of celebrating Eid at the Farm is back and better than ever! 10AM: Eid Prayer We will begin with a...
05/22/2026

Our beloved tradition of celebrating Eid at the Farm is back and better than ever!

10AM: Eid Prayer
We will begin with an open-air Eid prayer led by Brother Basil Eldadah, Executive Director of Reflection Park, at the beautiful and serene Green Meadows Petting Farm, followed with breakfast sandwiches.

**To honor the significance of our Eid prayer, please be mindful of fellow community members if you arrive while the prayer or khutbah is in progress.**

11AM-3PM: Carnival
This year's Eid carnival is packed with gravity-defying thrills, friendly competition, and nonstop fun in which kids, teens, and parents can ALL participate!

Zip lining: Soar over the farm at 20 mph to get a bird's eye view of the animals (all ages welcome; must at least 45 lbs; parent waiver required)

Bungee jumping: Jump, flip, and somersault up to 20 feet in the air (all ages welcome, must be at least 30 lbs; parent waiver required)

Pirate ship ride: Swing higher and higher for stomach-dropping fun (all ages welcome; must be at least 36" tall)

Inflatables: Challenge friends or family members to a battle of balance, speed, and agility on the 120-ft obstacle course, wrecking ball, and 24-ft double slide

Our youngest visitors (and those who prefer low-altitude fun) will especially enjoy:

Toddler obstacle course

Face painting, air brushing, henna tattoos

Cotton candy & ice cream

Farm fun: Take a sensory break on a peaceful hay ride, burrow and dive in the corn pit, and go on a farm animal scavenger hunt to win a prize

Halal food trucks will have lunch and coffee available for purchase after 11am, and the farm is also selling zabiha halal hot dogs and doughnuts while supplies last!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate Eid with your NWMI community. Registration is required so please register today!

Celebrate the Hajj season with us and nourish your body and spirit with a community gathering featuring a talk by Shaykh...
05/15/2026

Celebrate the Hajj season with us and nourish your body and spirit with a community gathering featuring a talk by Shaykh Mahdi Shahkolahi, a light dinner, and a live recitation of Dua Arafah!

Shaykh Mahdi will share reflections from Dua Arafah on gratitude, dependence on Allah, and the power of sincere dua as pathways to drawing closer to the Almighty.

We encourage you to wear white to reflect the Hajj spirit!

Registration is required and a light dinner will be provided. Ages 12 and up only. We look forward to sharing this special night with you.

About Shaykh Mahdi M. Shahkolahi

Shaykh Mahdi M. Shahkolahi is the Director of Mufid Seminary, where he leads programs aimed at fostering the intellectual grounding, spiritual formation, and communitarianism of young Shia Muslims in North America. After earning a B.S. in Information Systems from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Sh. Mahdi spent a decade studying traditional Islamic sciences at the Islamic Seminary of Qom. He then earned a PhD in Theological & Religious Studies from Georgetown University, focusing on the global consciousness and contextualization of contemporary Islam. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Religious Studies at George Mason University, an instructor at Mizan Institute, and a Board Certified Chaplain.

Teens, are you ready for our next adventure? Join us at the Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Gaithersburg for a memorable eve...
05/02/2026

Teens, are you ready for our next adventure? Join us at the Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Gaithersburg for a memorable evening of jumping, soaring and fun!

Choose from a range of activities to help us connect and build community. Enjoy freestyle jumping, dodgeball, climbing the sky tower, foam pit, or skyslam. There's an epic time waiting for every teen!

Pizza and snacks will be available in our reserved area. Participate in our challenging Islamic trivia while sharing refreshments. Registration and waiver required. Register today!

(Please complete the required waiver prior to the event.)

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PO Box 30042
Bethesda, MD
20824

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