Mayor's Office of Muslim Engagement

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

PHL City ID Mobile Site Coming to Northeast Philadelphia – June 11

The Mayor’s Office of Muslim Engagement is partnering with NCACs–Action Center 6 to host a PHL City ID Pop-Up Mobile Site at Russo Recreation Center on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

The PHL City ID is a government-issued photo identification card available to Philadelphia residents ages 13 and older. The ID can be used to access City services, check out library books, open bank accounts at participating institutions, access discounts, and more.

Russo Recreation Center
7374 Edmund St, Philadelphia, PA 19136

Appointments and walk-ins are available, though space is limited.

When registering online, please be sure to select the June 11 appointment date.

Schedule an appointment:
https://tinyurl.com/yxs393w9

View accepted documents and requirements:
https://www.phila.gov/PHLCityID

06/05/2026

Sakinah in the City 2026: 2nd Annual Muslim Mental Wellness Summit

Healing Together: Faith, Wellness & Belonging

Across Philadelphia, many individuals and families are navigating the effects of violence, grief, stress, social isolation, family challenges, and growing mental health concerns. Hosted by the Mayor's Office of Muslim Engagement, the Mayor's Commission on Muslim Engagement, and Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services, this summit will bring together faith leaders, mental health professionals, educators, community organizations, and community members for a day of reflection, learning, dialogue, and partnership.

Together, we will explore:
• Mental wellness and belonging
• Youth development and community safety
• Family relationships and healthy communication
• Reentry and community reintegration
• Faith leadership, accountability, and community healing
• Access to care and community support

The summit will also launch Connected for Care: A Masjid Mental Wellness Partnership Initiative, a new effort to strengthen partnerships between Philadelphia masaajid and trusted mental health professionals.

Sunday, June 28, 2026
AlHidaya Islamic Center

Registration is open for attendees, workshop facilitators, and resource tables.

Register: https://forms.office.com/g/x1EmLiqkKG
More information: https://linktr.ee/muslimengagephilly

Healing is not an individual journey alone—it is a communal responsibility.

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We are also developing a Philadelphia Muslim Mental Health Resource Guide. Therapists, counselors, social workers, mental health organizations, and wellness providers serving Muslim communities are invited to submit their information for inclusion by June 10, 2026.

Resource Guide Submission: https://forms.office.com/g/DMYFDkuvDU

06/02/2026

PEACEFUL MUSLIM FAMILIES LEADERSHIP TRAINING – REGISTRATION OPEN

The Mayor’s Office of Muslim Engagement, in collaboration with the Families Initiative and the Majlis Ash Shura, is hosting a leadership training for Imams, chaplains, Muslim scholars, and community leaders focused on supporting healthy Muslim families and strengthening faith-informed approaches to accountability, safety, healing, and family wellbeing.

This training serves as the first offering within the new:

MUSLIM FAITH LEADERS CARE & RESPONSE INITIATIVE

This city-supported initiative is designed to strengthen the capacity of Muslim faith leaders and community caregivers to better support individuals, families, and communities navigating crisis, trauma, mental health challenges, emergencies, chronic health concerns, and family harm.

Topics will include:
• Islamic guidance on family wellbeing and protection
• Understanding family violence and harm prevention
• The pastoral role of Muslim faith leadership
• Faith-informed approaches to accountability and healing
• Connecting families to trusted community and professional resources

Sunday, June 7, 2026
10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
ArchWell Health
2131 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA

The training will take place immediately following the Majlis Ash-Shura meeting (8:30am). Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Registration & additional information:
https://linktr.ee/muslimengagephilly

Direct Registration Link:
https://forms.office.com/g/u6HSrTa0rx

06/01/2026

The Mayor’s Office of Muslim Engagement is partnering with the Citizens Police Oversight Commission (CPOC) to convene Muslim faith leaders for a focused conversation on police oversight and community engagement.

Grounded in the City’s commitment to Community Safety, this session will explore how transparency and accountability function in practice—and how communities can engage meaningfully with oversight systems.

Thursday, June 4, 2026
10:00 AM
Virtual

Register Here: https://forms.office.com/g/KAyYqZx1AB

Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84165306393?pwd=uV2URL3anCDT3sYiCWbqA3cuBsp9BG.1

Questions: [email protected] | [email protected]

05/21/2026

Security Briefing for Masjid Leadership & Muslim Institutions

Masjidullah in collaboration with The Mayor’s Office of Muslim Engagement, invites Imams, board members, principals, operations leaders, and masjid security teams to attend a focused Security Briefing this Saturday, May 23 at 1:00 PM.

Topics will include:
• Threat awareness and current security protocols
• Practical protective tactics for masajid and schools connected to masajid
• Emergency preparedness and coordination strategies
• Funding opportunities and security infrastructure resources

Presentations will include representatives from:
• Philadelphia Police Department
• Counterterrorism Unit
• Sheriff’s Office

We encourage every masjid and Muslim institution to send representatives.

7401 Limekiln Pike
Saturday, May 23, 2026
1:00 PM

Register here:
https://form.jotform.com/Masjidullah/security-briefing

05/21/2026

Quaiser MuslimEngage Abdullah

05/21/2026

📢Join our team! The Department of Commerce is currently hiring for two positions:

🔹The Bilingual Program Coordination Consultant will coordinate workshops, cohorts, and partner engagement supporting small business succession planning and commercial real estate acquisition readiness. Apply by May 8: https://bit.ly/4wbZWAy

🔹The Website Content & Project Management Consultant will maintain the design and content of Philadelphia Business Resource Hub, a new website that is being developed by the Department of Commerce to connect businesses to Philadelphia’s robust ecosystem of resources and events. Apply by May 11: https://bit.ly/3R7kH09

05/13/2026

Starting this Friday! Philly Muslim Connect: Resources & Marketplace Weekend, a free two-day event hosted by the Mayor's Office of Muslim Engagement!

📅 Friday, May 15 | 12 PM to 5 PM
Citywide Jumu’ah Prayer (1:30 PM to 2:15 PM) + community resources

📅 Saturday, May 16 | 10 AM to 5 PM
Muslim Marketplace & Small Business Showcase

📍 Philadelphia City Hall

This weekend celebration brings together faith, civic engagement, community resources, and local economic opportunity.

OHR's recruitment team will also be onsite on Friday to help attendees explore careers with the City of Philadelphia and get support applying for open positions.

Free and open to all.