Development & Empowerment of Muslim Children for Leadership
MCNA-YMj Inspires Young Muslims to Become Beneficial Future Leaders by striving to please Allah, identify with Islam, and improve society. Islamic values are nurtured in children for them to become conscientious leaders.
MCNA started out in the late 90s by few ICNA Sisters. We began as a class for Muslim kids in a New Jersey home with 20 to 30 kids. Alhamdolillah now, in-person classes are conducted over 16 States, 65 Cities and over 100 locations, held in several local Masajid, Schools, Libraries and Private locations.
Who named MCNA? A Competition was held amongst the kids, and “Muslim Children of North America” was decided as the winning name.
Our Companion Magazine started out as a column in Noor magazine by ICNA sisters called “Noori Column”, where our kids would write to express themselves. Later on a separate Newsletter was created for MCNA kids, which eventually became “Companion Magazine”.
Alhamdolillah now MCNA offers many diverse In-person and Online Programs and opportunities for kid’s learning, engagement, progress and self-
MCNA started out in the late 90s by few ICNA Sisters. We began as a class for Muslim kids in a New Jersey home with 20 to 30 kids. Alhamdolillah now we offer in-person sessions in over 150+ locations.
Who named MCNA?
A Competition was held amongst the kids, and “Muslim Children of North America” was decided as the winning
name
Our Companion Magazine started out as a column in Noor magazine by ICNA sisters called “Noori Column”, where our kids would write to express themselves. Later on a separate Newsletter was created for MCNA kids, which eventually became “Companion Magazine”.
Muslim Children of North America is the children’s Division of ICNA Sisters, catering to the development and instruction of kids 6 years to 14 years of age. Our older age group 11-14 years of age, is called YMj or Young Muslim Junior.
MCNA conducts weekly, biweekly and monthly in person classes all over the United States in over 100 locations, offering Islamic learning as well as various Competitions, Outreach activities, Community services, Summer programs, Ramadan Sessions, Talent Shows, Field trips, Coding Classes, Robotics, Awards and trophies and much more.
Moreover MCNA presents many Online Programs like monthly Prime Time, Virtual Halaqa , Book Club, Coding Classes, YMj Online courses, and Journey through Quran Sessions in Ramadan.
Our Companion magazine offers a platform to budding writers to express themselves, sharing their stories, poems, essays, recipes, riddles and much more.
MCNA partners up with other organizations like ICNA Relief, HHRD, YM, Whyislam and Gainpeace etc. to bring various other programs, campaigns and competitions throughout the year.
We seek to produce Well rounded kids with Balanced Personalities, Good Etiquettes, High Morals and Leadership Skills.
Would you like to be a part of our MCNA Family?
MCNA started out in the late 90s by few ICNA Sisters. We began as a class for Muslim kids in a New Jersey home with 20 to 30 kids. Alhamdolillah now, in-person classes are conducted over 16 States, 65 Cities and over 100 locations, held in several local Masajid, Schools, Libraries and Private locations.
Who named MCNA? A Competition was held amongst the kids, and “Muslim Children of North America” was decided as the winning name.
Our Companion Magazine started out as a column in Noor magazine by ICNA sisters called “Noori Column”, where our kids would write to express themselves. Later on a separate Newsletter was created for MCNA kids, which eventually became “Companion Magazine”.
Alhamdolillah now MCNA offers many diverse In-person and Online Programs and opportunities for kid’s learning, engagement, progress and self-
Would you like your work to be published? Send us your submissions, articles, short stories, poems, games, riddles, jokes etc. according to our theme of the Issue In Sha Allah. You can email us your work at companion@icna.org
MCNA introduces STEM, Coding, Robotics, Legos, Writers Workshop, and other classes for elementary and middle school age
Prime Time is a free, live 1-hour monthly webinar typically held once a month. Prime Time covers a wide range of motivational and relevant topics, offering ongoing valuable content for youth. It also extends support to parents by offering free sessions with professionals. The program aims to equip young Muslims with essential leadership skills, boost their confidence, and offer a deep understanding of Islamic principles relevant to contemporary challenges. Recordings are available on YouTube
MCNA-YMj provides regular monthly/weekly sessions for MCNA and YMj separately with hands-on activities and projects for Muslim children, fostering leadership, Islamic awareness, and community involvement. Partnerships with ICNA Relief, HHRD, YM, WhyIslam, GainPeace and offer additional programs, competitions, and spiritual retreats..
Our publications include, Me and My Quran, Ramadan and Jannah Journals, and Companion Magazine. Companion Magazine provides a national platform to emerging writers among the Muslim youth.
The YMj Book Club serves as a platform for tarbiyah and leadership development through book discussions, providing mentees with personalized attention. This interactive forum nurtures the growth of future moderators, companion staff, writers, and local session leadersGazette:
The Gazette is a one-page document issued by the Central MCNA-YMj team for our local MCNA-YMj Mentors, presents suggested themes and activity ideas for both MCNA and YMj sessions. It is a part of standardization of MCNA-YMj throughout North America.
MCNA is a pioneering national children’s organization that caters to the instruction and development of Muslim children in North America. It seeks to educate young Muslims to be the leaders of tomorrow.
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