Global Imams and Scholars Council

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,ย primarily from countries where Muslims are minorities.

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Strengthening our communities and Ummah through the principles or Islam

As inheritors of sacred knowledge, Imams and Scholars of the English speaking nations from diverse theological and jurisprudential backgrounds have agreed to cooperate on mutual 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.ย 

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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 or 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 the English-speaking Muslim scholars and Imams Council through the GISC and preserve the traditional and mainstream understanding of Islam.ย 

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The Global Imams & Scholars Council

The Global Imams & Scholars Council

GISC is a platform that unites Muslim Scholars and Imams globally

The Global Imams & Scholars Council (GISC) held its annual retreat this year in the Middle East, bringing together representatives from key imams and scholarly organisations in countries where Muslims are minorities. The retreat focused on strengthening collaboration and fostering bonds among these organisations to better serve their communities. Alhamdulillah, it was a highly productive gathering with meaningful discussions and plans for future initiatives. The first GISC retreat took place last year in Turkey, setting the foundation for these annual meetings. This yearโ€™s retreat was attended by representatives from: – The UK: British Board of Scholars and Imams (BBSI) – Australia: Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) – Canada: Canadian Council of Imams (CCI) – South Africa: United Ulamah Council of South Africa (UUCSA) – America: North American Imams Fellowship (NAIF) Two member organisations , the New Zealand Ulamah Council and the Japan Imams Council, were unable to attend but remain integral to the council. The GISC continues to play a vital role in uniting imams and scholars across the globe, providing a platform for collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and mutual support to address the unique challenges faced by Muslim minority communities. See MoreSee Less
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GISC Deplores and Expresses Deep Concern over the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony and Calls for Respect for Religion and Sacred ValuesThe Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) and its member organisations, representing Imams and Scholars councils from different countries and continents deplore and express deep concerns over the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics. The event displayed a glaring disrespect for religions and people of faith and a serious offence to the Prophets and religious symbols, particularly our Prophet Jesus (Peace be upon him) and his disciples.The actions observed during this ceremony signify an alarming moral decline and a blatant attack on religious values and human principles. They constitute a deep insult to the sentiments of all believers in God and His messengers, challenging their core convictions and beliefs. Furthermore, this offensive act violates the spirit of unity and understanding that sports, in particular the Olympics, are meant to promote.We note the concern about the increasing erosion of moral values in this day and age, where religious and ethical principles are being discarded and challenged. A sense of the sacred and inviolable is common to all humans. We all – every culture and group without exception – have that which we hold โ€˜sacredโ€™: that which we cherish above all else and to which no dishonour can be tolerated. This may be, for example, a set of principles, a hallowed memory, or a symbol of identity. Each of these is held sacrosanct by that group, and their emotional connection to it is so strong that appeals to โ€˜freedom to insult itโ€™ will pale into insignificance.Whether a symbol that represents all that one holds dear in terms of identity and belonging, or a figure who personifies everything that one cherishes about what it means to be truly human, a memory so profound (or traumatic) that it has shaped oneโ€™s sense of self and purpose, or a principle that stands as the marker between a society worth living in or one that must be changed. Each of these symbols strikes at the core of a personโ€™s or groupโ€™s dignity, self-worth, moral foundations or sense of self. Though the devotion to this ideal may be inconceivable to others, it is necessary as part of a healthy and mutually respectful society that due heed is paid to what others truly value. It should also be noted that, whilst freedom of speech is a deeply cherished value in our society, we all understand the difference between preserving that right and making needless insults.The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) and its member organisations strongly deplore these trends that promote insult and mockery of religious icons and figures rather than unity and understanding. We call upon all sports organisations and international bodies to uphold their responsibilities in respecting religions and sacred values and to avoid actions that could incite strife and tension among people. Sports should be a channel for communication and intercultural understanding, not a platform for insult and degradation.We also reaffirm the esteemed status of these figures of faith, particularly our Prophet Jesus (Peace be upon him), whom we honour as a great prophet and messenger of Islam. His divine mission called for the worship of God. Promoting these values fosters tolerance and mutual respect among peoples, highlighting the unity and noble goals of humanity and faith.Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC)DOWNLOAD STATEMENT: gisc.global/GISC-Deplores-and-Expresses-Deep-Concern-over-the-Paris-2024-Olympics-Opening-Ceremony See MoreSee Less
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๐Ÿ•‹ The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) members wish the Muslim Ummah and the World a blessed and joyful Eid Al-Adha 1445H-2024.EID MUBARAK TO YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND THE ENTIRE MUSLIM WORLD AND UMMAH.ูƒู„ ุนุงู… ูˆุฃู†ุชู… ุจุฎูŠุฑ ูˆุชู‚ุจู„ ุงู„ู„ู‡ ุทุงุนุชูƒู…On the day of Eid Al-Adha, we celebrate Allahโ€™s great gift and blessing of Islam upon this Ummah and the fulfilment of one of Islam's fundamental pillars, the Hajj, during these blessed days of the month of Thul Hijjah. We also take this opportunity to ask Allah to accept the Hajj of all the Hujaj and return them safely to their families and countries. We ask him to make it easy upon our brothers and sisters in Gaza โ€“ Palestine.The Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC) aims to unify the Imams and scholars in English-speaking countries, share knowledge, promote traditional and orthodox principles and the message of Islam, and preserve the Islamic identity for Muslims living in the West.The Global Councils affiliated with the GISC include:1. The British Board of Scholars & Imams (BBSI)2. Australian National Imams Council (ANIC)3. North American Imams Fellow (NAIF)4. Canadian Council of Imams (CCI)5. United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA)6. Ulama Council of New Zealand (UCNZ) See MoreSee Less
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โ˜ช๏ธ EID MUBARAK TO ALL MUSLIMS AROUND THE WORLDMay Allah make it easy upon our brothers and sisters in Gaza – Palestine.Global Imams and Scholars Council (GISC)๐ŸŒ gisc.global See MoreSee Less
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๐ŸŒ™๐‘๐š๐ฆ๐š๐๐š๐ง ๐Š๐š๐ซ๐ž๐ž๐ฆ ๐Ÿ๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐†๐ฅ๐จ๐›๐š๐ฅ ๐ˆ๐ฆ๐š๐ฆ๐ฌ & ๐’๐œ๐ก๐จ๐ฅ๐š๐ซ๐ฌ (๐†๐ˆ๐’๐‚)๐ŸŒ™As the blessed month of Ramadan dawns upon us, we extend our warmest greetings and heartfelt welcome to all believers around the world. Ramadan, a time of spiritual reflection, devotion, and self-discipline, is a sacred opportunity for us to strengthen our bond with Allah and deepen our connection to the teachings of Islam.During this month, let us remember the words of our Creator, as Allah says in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183): "O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous."The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) also said: "When Ramadan begins, the gates of Paradise are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and the devils are chained." (Sahih Bukhari)Let us embrace this blessed time with open hearts, seeking forgiveness, mercy, and guidance from Allah. May our fasting, prayers, and acts of charity bring us closer to Him and ignite the flame of compassion and generosity within our souls.As we embark on this spiritual journey together, let us remember those less fortunate and strive to emulate the virtues of patience, empathy, and gratitude exemplified by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).May Allah bless us all abundantly during this sacred month of Ramadan and may our deeds be accepted in His sight.๐‘๐€๐Œ๐€๐ƒ๐€๐ ๐Œ๐”๐๐€๐‘๐€๐Š๐ŸŒ™With love and prayers,๐“๐ก๐ž ๐†๐ฅ๐จ๐›๐š๐ฅ ๐ˆ๐ฆ๐š๐ฆ๐ฌ & ๐’๐œ๐ก๐จ๐ฅ๐š๐ซ๐ฌ ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐œ๐ข๐ฅ (๐†๐ˆ๐’๐‚)๐ŸŒ www.gisc.global See MoreSee Less
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