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The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) is a platform that unites Muslim Scholars and Imams Councils from around the world, primarily from countries where Muslims are minorities.

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Strengthening our communities and Ummah through the principles of Islam

As inheritors of sacred knowledge, Imams and Scholars of English-speaking nations and other nations where Muslims are minorities, from diverse theological and jurisprudential backgrounds have agreed to cooperate on mutually productive work. We live in a global village and Muslims from all over the world face similar challenges in their religion and life. Although the various scholarly councils and boards will have divergent methodologies in how they approach issues – pursuant to their local context, they are united in vision. It is with this vision of unity and collective work that a new vibrant and empathetic approach is needed. This new approach needs to be informed by the Islamic orthodoxy and traditional principles and values within the framework of Islam.

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Strengthening our communities and Ummah through the principles of Islam.

GLOBAL IMAMS AND SCHOLARS COUNCIL

Strengthening our communities and Ummah through the principles of Islam

Our primary purpose is to strive for the spiritual, social, ethical and intellectual betterment of the Ummah through humility, integrity, decency and service.ย  In our conduct with others, we seek to emulate the sublime character of the Messenger of Allah (s.a.w) anchored in a shared sense of humanity and universal values.

We benchmark ideas, thoughts, practices, and worldviews on Islamโ€™s broad epistemological and ontological framework rooted in revelation and the Sunnah of the Prophet. We respectfully acknowledge the nuanced differences and views that enrich mainstream Islamโ€™s legacy of thought and tradition.ย 

We maintain that diversity of affiliation โ€“ whether to groups (Jamaโ€™ah), parties, institutions, cooperations or organisations โ€“ should never be a barrier to mutual support and collaboration towards the Muslim community and nation (Ummah).

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What does GISC aim to achieve?

Our mission is to unite and connect Muslim Imams and scholars councils from English-speaking countries and other countries where Muslims are minorities, and to preserve the traditional and mainstream understanding of Islam.

Upholding Excellence in Religious Leadership

The Global Code of Conduct establishes a framework of ethical guidance and professional standards for Imams, Scholars, Religious Teachers and Duโ€™at worldwide.

Rooted in Islamic values, the Code promotes integrity, accountability, mutual respect and responsible leadership. It aims to strengthen trust within Muslim communities while encouraging religious leaders to uphold the highest standards of conduct in their roles.

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GISC is a platform that unites Muslim Scholars and Imams globally

๐ŸŒ GISC 4th Annual Retreat 2026 | Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿค "Without unity we can achieve very little." Imam Yusuf Patel, UUCSA, South Africa ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆThe Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) held its 4th Annual Retreat in Australia, proudly hosted by the Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) ๐Ÿ•Œ. Imams and scholars came from Imams councils in Australia, the UK, Canada, the USA and South Africa to share experiences and serve the Ummah together.๐Ÿ’ฌ "We are part of a great Ummah. It doesn't matter what part of the world we are in." Imam Shadi Alsuleiman, GISC Secretary-General, ANIC, Australia ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ๐ŸŒ "The world today is a small village. We can't live in isolation." Imam Dr Abdulhakim Mohamed, GISC President, NAIF, USA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ•‹ "They need to show unity, not just in theory, but they need to show unity in action." Imam Abdullah Hasan, BBSI, UK ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง๐ŸŒฑ "The future for Islam is bright. We must have hope. We must have faith." Imam Abdul Khaliq Allie, UUCSA, South Africa ๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿคฒ GISC member councils:๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Australian National Imams Council (ANIC)๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI)๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Canadian Council of Imams (CCI)๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ North American Imams Fellowship (NAIF)๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA)๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Ulama Council of New Zealand (UCNZ)๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Council of Imams in Japan (CIJ)โœจ GISC was established in 2022 to bring Imams and scholars councils together, to share knowledge and experience, face common challenges, and prepare the next generation of Imams and scholars to carry the torch.๐ŸŒ vist.ly/5r5rz …
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๐ŸŒ GISC | Who We AreThe Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) is a platform that unites Muslim Scholars and Imams Councils from around the world, primarily from countries where Muslims are minorities.๐ŸŒฑ Why GISC?Established in 2022, GISC began with a simple reality: we live in a global village, and Muslims all over the world face similar challenges in their religion and life. Our member councils serve very different local contexts, yet they are united in vision. Through GISC they collaborate, coordinate their efforts and share experiences, knowledge and resources.๐ŸŽฏ Our MissionTo establish a global collaborative alliance and network between Muslim Scholars and Imams Councils from countries where Muslims are minorities.โœจ Our VisionTo unite and empower scholars and Imams Councils to fulfil their roles as the inheritors of the Prophets (peace be upon them).๐ŸŒ Our member councils across 7 countries๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Australian National Imams Council (ANIC)๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI)๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Canadian Council of Imams (CCI)๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ North American Imams Fellowship (NAIF)๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA)๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Ulama Council of New Zealand (UCNZ)๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Council of Imams in Japan (CIJ)๐Ÿ’Ž Our valuesUnity โ€ข Leadership โ€ข Knowledge โ€ข Wisdom โ€ข Integrity๐Ÿ“– "And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided" (Aal Imran 3:103)Our unity is our strength ๐Ÿคฒ๐Ÿ‘‰ Follow GISC to hear the voices and see the work of Imams and scholars serving their communities around the world, and visit our website to explore our Charter, our members and the Global Code of Conduct.๐ŸŒ vist.ly/5r59t …
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๐ŸŒ The Global Code of Conduct for Imams, Scholars, Religious Teachers and Duสฟฤt is now published. Developed by the Global Imams & Scholars Council with partner councils worldwide, itโ€™s a framework of ethical guidance and professional principles rooted in amฤnah, the sacred trust of religious leadership.Swipe to see the 7 parts: ethics and character, knowledge, safeguarding, finance, community, accountability and global application. โžก๏ธ๐ŸŒ Read the full Code: vist.ly/5pnbfvist.ly/5pnbi …
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๐ŸŒ 4th Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) Retreat Held in Australia๐Ÿ•Œ A Visit to Historic Holland Park MosqueOne of the highlights of the Fourth GISC Retreat was the delegationโ€™s visit to Holland Park Mosque in Brisbane, one of Australiaโ€™s oldest mosques, with a history dating back to 1908 and the early Afghan cameleers community.The visit provided GISC delegates with an opportunity to learn about the history of Islam in Australia, reflect on the sacrifices and contributions of the early Muslims, and meet local Imams and community leaders.From its historic beginnings to the thriving mosque and community it serves today, Holland Park Mosque is a powerful reminder of faith, perseverance and the enduring contribution of Muslims to Australia.GISC sincerely thanks the leadership and community of Holland Park Mosque for their warm welcome and generous hospitality. …
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๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ•Œ Four Retreats, Four Countries, One Ummah: The Journey of Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC)Since its establishment in 2022, the Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) has successfully held four international retreats, bringing together senior Imams, scholars and Muslim leaders representing peak councils of Imams and scholars in their respective countries across the world.๐ŸŒ The GISC Journey:๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท 2023 | 1st Retreat: Istanbul, Tรผrkiye๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ 2024 | 2nd Retreat: Makkah, Saudi Arabia๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ 2025 | 3rd Retreat: Cape Town, South Africa๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ 2026 | 4th Retreat: Sydney, AustraliaGISC was established to strengthen unity, cooperation and collaboration among Imams, scholars Councils and Islamic institutions worldwide, recognising our shared responsibility to serve Islam and the Muslim Ummah.GISC brings together seven member councils and organisations:๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Australian National Imams Council (ANIC), Australia๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI), United Kingdom๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ North American Imams Fellows (NAIF), United States๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Canadian Council of Imams (CCI), Canada๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA), South Africa๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Council of Imams Japan, Japan๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Ulama Council of New Zealand, New ZealandThrough these four retreats, GISC has continued to build strong international relationships, exchange knowledge and experiences, address common challenges facing Muslim communities, preserve Islamic identity and develop joint initiatives that benefit Muslims around the world.These four successful retreats represent more than international gatherings. They reflect a growing commitment to bringing the Imams, scholars and leaders of our Ummah closer together, strengthening our brotherhood and working collectively for the future of Muslim communities.As one Ummah, we believe that our strength lies in our unity, our responsibility to one another and our commitment to working together beyond borders for the benefit of Islam and Muslims worldwide.๐ŸŒ vist.ly/5nwuh …
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