Empowering our communities and Ummah through collective action and positive change.

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.Β  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 Islam’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 Islam’s legacy of thought and tradition.Β 

We maintain that diversity of affiliation – whether to groups (Jama’ah), parties, institutions, cooperations or organisations – 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 Du’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

🌍 GISC 4th Annual Retreat 2026 | Australia πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ’‘ "This is one of the key reasons and wisdoms behind forming this council: to learn from each other, to share the resources and to work together."The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) held its 4th Annual Retreat in Australia, hosted by the Australian National Imams Council (ANIC).πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ In this video, Imam Abdullah Yusri of the Canadian Council of Imams (CCI) reflects on the Australian Muslim community. After seeing ANIC's organisation, programs and services up close, he called it "eye-opening" πŸ‘€πŸ€ Muslim communities live in different countries, but they share the same challenges, from war and conflict to online disinformation. Through cooperation between its member councils, GISC helps Imams and scholars exchange successful initiatives and prepare the next generation of leaders πŸ“šGISC unites leading Imams and scholars councils from around the world πŸ‘‡πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australian National Imams Council (ANIC)πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI)πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canadian Council of Imams (CCI)πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ North American Imams Fellowship (NAIF)πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA)πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ Ulama Council of New Zealand (UCNZ)πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Council of Imams in Japan (CIJ)🌐 www.gisc.global …
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🌍 GISC 4th Annual Retreat 2026 | Australia πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ίβš οΈ "If the Imams and scholars are not united… then the rest of the community, the rest of the Ummah will be divided."The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) held its 4th Annual Retreat in Australia, proudly hosted by the Australian National Imams Council (ANIC).πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ In this video, Imam Abdullah Hasan of the British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI) shares why unity among Imams and Islamic organisations isn't optional. Imams and scholars are the inheritors of the Prophet ο·Ί, and they must show unity in action πŸ’―πŸŒ GISC brings together leading Imams and scholars councils from Australia, the UK, Canada, the United States, South Africa, New Zealand and Japan. Each serves its own community while contributing knowledge and experience to one international network, with the door open for young graduates to learn and grow πŸŒ±πŸ™Œ "Support your local Imams and scholars, learn from them, and support them."GISC unites leading Imams and scholars councils from around the world πŸ‘‡πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australian National Imams Council (ANIC)πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI)πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canadian Council of Imams (CCI)πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ North American Imams Fellowship (NAIF)πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA)πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ Ulama Council of New Zealand (UCNZ)πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Council of Imams in Japan (CIJ)🌐 www.gisc.global …
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🌍 GISC | Member Spotlight: Australia πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊThe Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) is a proud member of the Global Imams and Scholars Council.Established in 2006, ANIC is the peak Islamic body representing Imams, Shaykhas and Islamic scholars across Australia.It brings together the Councils of Imams of every Australian state and territory under one national umbrella 🀝Today, more than 370 registered Imams are active members of ANIC.🎯 ANIC's mission is to provide religious leadership, rulings and services to the Muslim community in Australia, while fostering harmony and cooperation with the wider Australian society.πŸ“š Its work includes the Australian Fatwa Council, the ANIC Halal Authority, Australian Islamic Education Services and Action Against Islamophobia.🌏 In October 2026, ANIC welcomed GISC's member councils to Australia for the 4th GISC Retreat in Brisbane and Sydney.Alongside councils from 7 countries, ANIC helps build a united global voice for Imams and scholars.πŸ‘‰ Learn more about ANIC: www.anic.org.au🌐 www.gisc.global …
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🌍 GISC 4th Annual Retreat 2026 | Australia πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ€ "We're not just required to be a unity; we are a family. We are a fraternity."The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) convened its 4th Annual Retreat in Australia, proudly hosted by the Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) πŸ•Œ, bringing together leading Imams and scholars from Imams councils around the world.In this video, GISC President Imam Dr Abdulhakim Mohamed (NAIF) reflects on brotherhood among the people of knowledge πŸ‘‡πŸ’¬ "If they see us divided, how are we to unite the people that listen to us?"✨ GISC was established in 2022 as an international platform connecting Imams and scholars councils to promote unity, share knowledge and experience, and face the challenges Muslim communities share, laying a strong foundation for the generations to come 🌱GISC unites leading Imams and scholars councils from around the world πŸ‘‡πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australian National Imams Council (ANIC)πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI)πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canadian Council of Imams (CCI)πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ North American Imams Fellowship (NAIF)πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA)πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ Ulama Council of New Zealand (UCNZ)πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Council of Imams in Japan (CIJ)🌐 www.gisc.global …
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🌍 GISC 4th Annual Retreat 2026 | Australia πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸ€ "Without unity we can achieve very little." Imam Yusuf Patel, UUCSA, South Africa πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) held its 4th Annual Retreat in Australia, proudly hosted by the Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) πŸ•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.πŸ’¬ "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 πŸ‡¦πŸ‡ΊπŸŒ "The world today is a small village. We can't live in isolation." Imam Dr Abdulhakim Mohamed, GISC President, NAIF, USA πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ•‹ "They need to show unity, not just in theory, but they need to show unity in action." Imam Abdullah Hasan, BBSI, UK πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸŒ± "The future for Islam is bright. We must have hope. We must have faith." Imam Abdul Khaliq Allie, UUCSA, South Africa πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦πŸ€² GISC member councils:πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Australian National Imams Council (ANIC)πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI)πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canadian Council of Imams (CCI)πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ North American Imams Fellowship (NAIF)πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA)πŸ‡³πŸ‡Ώ Ulama Council of New Zealand (UCNZ)πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Council of Imams in Japan (CIJ)✨ 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.🌐 vist.ly/5r5rz …
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