Youth Program

if you distort your witness or

refuse to give it, verily, God is ever well acquainted with what you do. (Q. 4:135).

Last Friday of every month after Isha prayers

Purpose

To nurture the young Muslims in Australia by providing a route to gain Islamic knowledge and giving them opportunities to reflect and act upon it. This will help develop their character and righteousness, and protect them from religious and worldly loss, by the will of AllahSWT.

Our purpose is derived from the statement of AllahSWT in Surah Al Asr:

وَالْعَصْرِ

إِنَّ الإِنسَانَ لَفِي خُسْرٍ

إِلاَّ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ وَتَوَاصَوْا بِالْحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوْا بِالصَّبْرِ

By time, indeed man is in loss, except those who have faith and do righteous deeds, and enjoin one another to [follow] the truth, and enjoin one another to patience.

Vision

Vision

To support young Muslims through interactive Islamic teaching and learning sessions (halaqah) which disseminate the noble light of Islam, regarding all that a youth needs to know to begin their adulthood as a devoted Muslim, internally and externally. This facility also finds pathways for young Muslims to act upon and reflect on their learning by helping others, and learning and experiencing events which developing their understanding, empathy and wisdom, by the will of AllahSWT.

Mission

To offer opportunities for the youth to be nurtured by the light of the Qur’an and Sunnah (Prophet’sPBUH practices, actions, approbation habits) and, make pathways for them to do righteous deeds, and reflect upon their learnings, in their youth and onwards.

Significance of Youth in Islam

Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders, scholars, professionals and future of any society. The development of youth is very important to create a robust and dynamic society. In Islam, the image of youth has been very strong, positive and full of compassion. There are several example mentioned in the Qur’an when youth have played a significant role and even provided moral support to their leaders, parents and communities. Some of the examples of youth mentioned in the Qur’an include Prophets Ibrahim Alaihissalam, his son Prophet Ismael Alaihissalam, Prophet Yusuf Alaihissalam, Maryam (mother of Isa Alaihissalam) and the Ashab-e-Kahf (the people of the Cave). Through this program, UMMA will organise learning sessions, to build knowledge about the lives and contributions of these youth in Islam.

In addition to the Qur’an, there is a Hadith in which Prophet MuhammedPBUH said that seven kinds of people who will be sheltered under the shade of God on the Day of Judgment; one of them will be “A young man who passed his youth in the worship and service of God” (Riyadh-us-Saliheen, Hadith 376).

In Islam, the contribution of youth is very much encouraged and needed for the following purposes:

Muslim youth can contribute to all societies in right ways, especially Western countries, through gaining a true message of Islam. They can contribute by giving their time, talent and energy to help the community and bring a positive change in society.
A good understanding of Islam is essential for young Muslims, as it will help develop character and guide their moral principles. Our youth program aims to support youth, so they become compassionate, honest and kind members of society.
Through their time, talent and capabilities, youth can live a purposeful life and serve the Lord AllahSWT.
Youth is the golden period of life, during which an individual chooses a path. If they are having a good foundation of Islam, they will be successful both in this world and hereafter. Youth may get distracted sometime in their lives but if they have a good foundation of Islam, they will come back to Islam.
The youth is the “make it” or “break it” stage of our life, but it all depends on how young Muslim are being raised. The youth program UMMA is trying to run will provide support and guidance for young Muslims to help them flourish.

Curriculum Implementation

NURTURING ISLAMIC FAITH (IMA’N) Nurturing Islamic Faith (IMA'N)

Basics of Islamic Religion

The first and foremost aspect of Islamic faith is to believe in the fundamental principles of Islam, its pillars and values.

Believe with Certainty (Aqeeda’h)

This covers the most important knowledge pertaining to our Lord, AllahSWT, His creations including His prophets, His angels, His books and other aspects of Islam.

Knowledge of Fiqh (Philosophy of Islamic Law)

Knowledge of Qur'an and Hadith

This is the most important knowledge pertaining to the noble Qur’an and the authentic Sunnah, specifically their importance, main messages, and an in-depth study of the short Qur’anic chapters (Suwar), and comprehensive Hadith.

Knowledge of the Life of Prophet PBUH (Seerah)

This covers the most important knowledge pertaining to the noble Messenger of AllahSWT, Muhammed (صلى الله عليه وسلم), his respected family, and his noble companions, and a brief study of the revelation and spread of Islam. The aim is to educate the youth on the history of their religion, and the character and decision-making of their noble Prophet, his family, and his companions, to take them as examples.

Knowledge of Islamic Manners (Aada’b)

This includes the most important knowledge regarding etiquette, courtesy, respect and mannerisms for Muslims for every aspect of their life.

2. NURTURING RIGHTEOUS ACTIONS THROUGH ACTIVITIES

Visit elderly and hospital patients

Enable youth to engage with and help a different sector of their community, to deepen their understanding and foster reflection.

How to wash the dead

Educate the youth about the procedures after the death of a person, to deepen their understanding and foster reflection.

Feeding the needy and homeless

Encourage youth to engage with and help a different sector of their community to deepen their understanding.

Visit Muslim prisoners

Enable youth to engage with a different sector of their community, to deepen their understanding and foster reflection.

Archery

This is a form of leisure which is rewardable by AllahSWT, a good skill and an enjoyable activity outdoors, also a way to expose the youth to new surroundings and situations.

Bushwalking/Hiking

An enjoyable activity outdoors, good for the body and mind, which exposes the youth to new surroundings and situations.

Team Sports/Martial Arts/Fitness

A great way for young people to build strength, endurance, and confidence, while also developing important social and teamwork skills.

Learning skills – make a fire, cook food, medical skills

These activities develop character and train the youth to be able to offer help and assistance to others.

Swimming/Fishing

These activities develop character and expose the youth to new surroundings and situations.

3. NAVIGATING LIFE’S CHECKPOINTS, AS A MUSLIM