Tarbiya is at the heart of MAS and is the common thread that anchors and connects all our programs and projects. To do that more effectively, the MAS National team has undergone a restructuring to serve as a better support system for our members and chapters.
CONTENT DEVELOPMENT & PRODUCTION
Backbone Products (Long-term)
- MAS Books
- Curricula (multi-level)
Backbone Products (Long-term)
- Revive Packages
- Podcasts
- Videos (ISR)
TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
- MDP Tarbiya Mentorship Development Program
- YDC Youth Directors Certification
- ACT Agents of Change Training
- MAS Member Certification Series
- Islamic Knowledge Certification Series
- Youth Workers Online Platform
National Programming
- TIC Tarbiya & Ilm Camps
- P100 Project100 / Lighthouse Initiative
- AYM Annual Youth Meeting
- Trips
- Virtual Initiatives
CHAPTER & INSTITUTION DEVELOPMENT
- National Liaisons for Chapter Tarbiya and Youth Departments
- One-on-One Consultation for Chapter/Institute Youth and Tarbiya Departments
- Chapter/Institutional Youth and Tarbiya Development Plans and Visits
Community Relations
- Fostering, establishing, and maintaining relationships with our communities and partner organizations
- One-on-One Consultation for Chapter/Institute Youth and Tarbiya Departments
The MAS Tarbiya department is responsible for developing MAS members, giving them the tools and knowledge to develop and help others around them grow, and empowering them with the necessary skills to fulfill the MAS mission and vision.
The word “Tarbiya” is an Arabic word that linguistically means increase, growth, and refinement. Tarbiya means the development and the training of people in various aspects. The word is commonly used to describe the upbringing of children as the parents provide them with physical, educational, moral and spiritual needs to help them grow and become useful members of society.
Tarbiya is the cornerstone of a comprehensive reform methodology practiced by MAS which traces its origin to the Qur’an and to the teachings of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, as he invested a great deal of effort in Tarbiya for his companions. As a result of his efforts, he left not only a great message, the message of Islam, but he also left a great generation that carried the message and moved humanity from darkness to light.
MAS’ vision is that individuals bring about real change in a society and therefore moving them towards the process of constant self-development and development of those around them is absolutely essential. Tarbiya is a life-long process for change; this change starts with every individual and extends to the whole society. We aspire to raise a generation of committed and disciplined American Muslims who are a living example of the message of Islam.
The MAS Tarbiya program offers a comprehensive understanding of Islam and a continuous and comprehensive process for the development of the Muslim personality based on five essential qualities as described below:
Tarbiya Qualities
Islamically Oriented
Individuals who understand the goal of their existence, aim to please Allah, seek His guidance, live the comprehensive meaning of worship, and embody the qualities of sincere, dedicated Muslims.
Bearer of the message
Individuals devoted to Islam’s mission through deep understanding of its highest ideals, objectives, and intents (Arabic: Al-maqaasid), and committed to be part of an organized, disciplined grass-root movement.
Agent of Change
Self-motivated individuals who put their beliefs and thoughts into actions; proactively seek ways to improve themselves and impact others around them.
Exemplary Citizen
Individuals who love their country, strive to uphold its best ideals, values and principles (freedom, justice, equality, rule of law, and individual rights as enshrined in the constitution), and are dedicated to serve fellow citizens and seek the country’s betterment.
Lifelong Learner
Individuals who have a strong passion for knowledge and learning; their thoughts, beliefs, behavior, and actions are based on continuous pursuit of knowledge. In particular, individuals who have strong literacy in core Islamic sciences and pursue knowledge in all aspects of life (self-development, raising a family, civic engagement, non-profit management, individual profession etc.).