Masjid AT Taqwa Inc - Brooklyn, NY

Masjid At-Taqwa, which means "God-fearing," is a pivotal Islamic center in the heart of Brooklyn. New York, with a rich history of over four decades. Founded in 1981 by Imam Siraj Wahhaj and a small group of African American Muslims. The Masjid has grown from humble beginnings in an apartment living room to a vibrant hub of faith, education. And social action. It is renowned for its a landmark 1988 anti-drug campaign that successfully transformed the. "Do or Die Bed Stuy" neighborhood, making it a powerful force for social justice and community development. The Masjid is a welcoming space for a diverse congregation. And is currently engaged in an ambitious project to build a new. Expanded community center with housing, commercial storefronts, and enhanced facilities.

Key Features

Historic Community Activism: Gained prominence for its successful "40 Day Patrol" anti-drug campaign in 1988, significantly contributing to the revitalization of the Bed-Stuy neighborhood.

Comprehensive Community Center: The current rebuilding project aims to create a full Islamic center with housing, commercial space, and various community services, not just a place of worship.

Diverse Congregation: Serves a broad and mixed community of Muslims, fostering a strong sense of brotherhood and unity.

Educational and Support Programs: Offers various programs, including youth development, sisters' support circles, marriage counseling, and financial literacy classes.

Social Services: Actively involved in social services, such as running a food pantry. Providing support during tragedies, and advocating for social justice issues locally and globally.

Welcoming Environment: The mosque is known for being spacious, well-organized, and welcoming to both Muslims and non-Muslim visitors who wish to learn about the faith.

Influential Leadership: Guided for decades by the respected Imam Siraj Wahhaj, a prominent leader in the American Muslim community, focused on faith, justice, and community care.

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