Manara West

Formerly MSA West. A grassroots nonprofit led by and devoted to empowering Muslim college students across the West Coast.

MSA West is an umbrella organization comprised of Muslim Student Associations (MSAs), representing Muslim students and their organizations from campuses across the West Coast. MSA West has 3 simple but important goals:

1) Provide resources to MSA’s in order to foster their growth and development. Resources such as speaker contacts, financial assistance, mentoring, advising, etc

2) Facilitate col

laboration between MSA’s. MSA West accomplishes this through establishing communication lines and networks between MSAs on the West Coast, as well as by coordinating collective events and activities. Through collaboration between different MSA's, all MSA's can develop at a faster rate and grow in new ways.

3) Create a powerful, effective, and united voice and MSA community on important issues.Coordination between MSA's will allow all MSA’s to act and respond in a unified way on important issues that affect the Muslim community.

04/21/2026

Advocacy in action at the Capitol!

Last week, we joined CAIR California for Muslim Day at the Capitol. Manara West was proud to sponsor 20 Muslim college students from across the state to engage directly with our legislative process.

A standout moment was seeing our students lead a serious discussion with Assemblywoman Elhawary and her staff regarding Time, Place, and Manner restrictions on campus. These students didn’t just show up—they brought informed, critical perspectives to the table.

At Manara West, we’re committed to moving beyond mentorship by giving young leaders the platform and resources they need to advocate for themselves.

04/17/2026

Joint Statement from Manara West and Affiliated Muslim Student Organizations Condemning US Imperialism in the Middle East and Iran. We would like to thank all individuals, organizations, and affiliates in standing with us against the present dangers of pro-war propaganda.

04/15/2026

Grad season is almost here 🎓
Celebrate your journey with an Islamic-themed grad stole to mark this special milestone. Each MSO will be coordinating orders, so be sure to reach out to your board to secure yours!

Cost: $30
Deadline for MSO reps to order: April 26

🔗 tinyurl.com/mwgradstole26 (Link is also in bio!)

04/09/2026

Manara West’s second ISA-Lite will be hosted at Arizona State University, inshaAllah!

Islamic Sacred Activism Cohort Lite (ISA-Lite) is our one-day programming where we train students on different campuses regarding Islamic Sacred Activism, how to understand advocacy from a theological point of view, and strategies towards fighting for justice on their respective campuses. The event is open to all college students.

REGISTER NOW using the link in our bio!

03/30/2026

Manara West Ramadan Recap 🌙

Between the quiet du’as, the shared moments, and the memories we didn’t want to end, inshaAllah Ramadan gave us something we’ll carry far beyond these days.

The Manara West team is grateful for every memory, every heart, every person that made this month so special!

May Allah accept it from all of us and allow us to carry this light forward, always. Aameen!

03/20/2026

Eid Mubarak from the Manara West Team 🌙

May Allah accept all your ibadah, fill your days with joy, and grant you barakah, guidance, and ease in all that lies ahead!

03/17/2026

Manara West’s second ISA-Lite will be hosted at University of Nevada, Las Vegas inshaAllah!

Islamic Sacred Activism Cohort Lite (ISA-Lite) is our one-day programming where we train students on different campuses regarding Islamic Sacred Activism, how to understand advocacy from a theological point of view, and strategies towards fighting for justice on their respective campuses. The event is open to all college students.

REGISTER NOW using the link in our bio!

03/13/2026

In this episode, Shaykha Muslema Purmul, recalls her time at Manara West (formerly MSA West) and how it shaped her future!

Support Manara West at www.manarawest.org/donate

The Majlis
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The Manara Effect is a new series highlighting our alumni and the incredible professional journeys they’ve launched, and how they are shaping the future of the Muslim American Community, one story at a time.

03/12/2026

Make your voice heard.

Join us for Muslim Day at the Capitol at the California State Capitol — a day where Muslims from across California come together to advocate, connect with legislators, and represent our communities.

🗓 Monday, April 13
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Sacramento State Capitol

This is a powerful opportunity to learn about civic engagement, meet community leaders, and stand for the issues that matter to our communities.

03/11/2026

Imam Nihal Khan, UCLA Chaplain, shares his experience with Manara West and why this organization is critical for the growth of the next generations of leaders in our community.

Support Manara West at www.manarawest.org/donate

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2854 N Santiago Boulevard
Orange, CA
92867

Website

http://manarawest.org/

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