Causes: International, Promotion of International Understanding

Mission: World Organization for Resource Development and Education [WORDE] is a nonprofit, educational organization that shapes public policy by cultivating a better understanding of the difference between mainstream Islam and radical Ideologies. Throughout the world, WORDE’s community development projects have established international networks of moderate Muslim scholars, cultural groups, and thought leaders that build community resilience against the rise of religious extremism.

Results: Co-Founder of the "International Cultural Center" a new cultural center for the greater Washington DC area. Published "A Community-Based Approach to Countering Radicalization" - the first Muslim-led report which includes guidelines for US policymakers and Muslim American communities to build community resilience against radicalization. Leading research and implementing grass-roots programs around the world to empower networks of traditional, mainstream Muslims from the US, UK, Somalia, Pakistan, Singapore and Indonesia.

Programs: Please see attached statement of program service accomplishments for 2017.