BUSHENYI, UGANDA – Dozens of young Muslim leaders from the greater Bushenyi district equipped to drive positive change after successfully completing an intensive three-day workshop focused on community development, ethical leadership, and interfaith collaboration.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The event, held at the Bassajabalaba Main Mosque in Ishaka Municipality, brought together over 200 youths from across the region with the unified goal of deepening their understanding of Islamic teachings, moral conduct, and their responsibilities within society.
Hailed by organizers and participants as a critical step in guiding youth toward knowledge and discipline, the workshop, led by esteemed Islamic scholars, equipped attendees with the tools to become positive ambassadors of their faith.
Sheikh Kisheka Iddi Abdulahuman, the Secretary for Daawa in the Bushenyi Muslim District and a central figure at the event, passionately called upon participants to embody the principles of their faith in their daily lives.
He emphasized the importance of upholding Islamic law, moral conduct, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge about Allah, stating these values are the bedrock of a disciplined and positive society.
“It is important that young people are informed and aware of their legal and social responsibilities because they are often targeted by politicians and other influences that may encourage rebellion or negative behavior. When you guide the youth, you impact not only them but also their families and the wider community,” Abdulahuman noted.
He announced that the workshop is the start of a sustained effort to actively engage imams, parents, and the wider community in encouraging young people to embrace and practice their Islamic faith.
Echoing the theme of community-wide involvement, facilitator Sheikh Asiram Karakyi directed a crucial message to parents, stressing their irreplaceable role in shaping their children’s future.
“Investing in children’s education and moral guidance is the most valuable investment a parent can make,” Sheikh Asiram stated.
He further elaborated on the methodology, urging parents to teach Islamic principles with a balanced approach of love, patience, and discipline to ensure children grow into responsible and conscientious community members.
Youth Muslim leader Abdulahim Bin Majidu of Mitoma District specifically thanked the Office of the District Khazi and the Secretary for Daawa for organizing the event.
He confirmed that the training had equipped them with crucial knowledge about Islamic morals, social responsibilities, and effective strategies for positively influencing their peers.
“Through this workshop, we have learned to respect our parents, follow the teachings of Islam, and contribute positively to our community. We have been empowered to share these lessons with other youth, promoting respect, discipline, and love for our religion,” Majidu said.
Kyomugisha Fazira from Katerera in Rubirizi District, who represented the female youth, shared her appreciation for the lessons that addressed specific challenges faced by young women.
She highlighted key topics such as mindset change, Islamic laws protecting life and property, preventing early marriage, and the importance of seeking Allah’s guidance through prayer in all daily endeavors.
Fazira further noted that these lessons were instrumental in teaching participants how to identify and avoid harmful behaviors.
The three-day workshop successfully blended rigorous religious education with essential community awareness and life skills training.
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