
Muslims4Peace Presents: The 18th Prophet Muhammad Interfaith Conferences
Join us for a FREE event! Registration is required, and we kindly suggest making a small donation to support this non-profit endeavor.
Enjoy a complimentary dinner on us!
At this special conference, Muslims for Peace invites you to explore the remarkable legacy of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as a champion for the oppressed. We’ll delve into his profound teachings on justice, equality, and the importance of standing up for those in need.
Don’t miss this enriching interfaith experience! Register now to secure your spot and enjoy a wonderful evening of learning, unity, and community.
Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
Reception & Networking 1 PM
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Monroe Township Senior Center (12 Halsey Reed Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831)










Rep. Ilhan Omar represents Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, which includes Minneapolis and surrounding suburbs.
An experienced Twin Cities policy analyst, organizer, public speaker and advocate, Rep. Omar was sworn into office in January 2019, making her the first African refugee to become a Member of Congress, the first woman of color to represent Minnesota, and one of the first two Muslim-American women elected to Congress.
As a legislator, Rep. Omar is committed to fighting for the shared values of the 5th District, values that put people at the center of our democracy. She plans to focus on tackling many of the issues that she hears about most from her constituents, like investing in education and freeing students from the shackles of debt; ensuring a fair wage for a hard day’s work; creating a just immigration system and tackling the existential threat of climate change.
Rep. Omar also plans to resist attempts to divide us and push destructive policies that chip away at our rights and freedoms—and to build a more inclusive and compassionate culture, one that will allow our economy to flourish and encourage more Americans to participate in our democracy.
Born in Somalia, Rep. Omar and her family fled the country’s civil war when she was eight. The family spent four years in a refugee camp in Kenya before coming to the United States in 1990s. In 1997, she moved to Minneapolis with her family. As a teenager, Rep. Omar’s grandfather inspired her to get involved in politics. Before running for office, she worked as a community educator at the University of Minnesota, was a Policy Fellow at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs and served as a Senior Policy Aide for the Minneapolis City Council.
Rep. Omar is the Vice-Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee. She also serves on the House Education and Workforce Committee, where she is a member of the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections and Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, Pensions (HELP).
She is the Deputy Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus and Vice Chair of Medicare For All Caucus. You can find her full list of Caucus memberships
Hajj Hassanain Rajabali is currently living in Dearborn, Michigan and has traveled worldwide to lecture on Islam and debated with world renowned Atheists on the existence of God. He is a graduate from the University of Colorado with a degree in Molecular Biology and Psychology. Hassanain is an entrepreneur and a philanthropist who lectures to motivate his audiences towards the truth of God’s Mercy and consciousness. Hassanain currently is the director of Camp Taha, the world’s first Muslim owned camp located in Columbiaville, Michigan and the Principal of a K-12 school called WISE Academy in Michigan and Florida. Hassanain came to settle in the U.S. in 1974, emigrating from Tanzania, East Africa and has a teenage daughter.
Dr. Mehdi Husaini is a resident physician training in neurology, currently based in Massachusetts originally born and raised in New Jersey. He has been giving lectures about Islam and the Ahlul Bayt at Islamic and interfaith gatherings including Muslims4Peace and many other organizations
He holds a medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School where he graduated earlier this year with distinction as part of the Gold Humanism Honor Society for his excellence in patient care and served in Student Government. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Molecular Cell Physiology with minors in Physics and Spanish language, and served as his undergraduate university’s Student Body President.
Within medicine, he has a passion for neurology and cerebrovascular disease, specifically seeking opportunities community health and institutional leadership to improve patient care.
Sarah Mokh is a Near Eastern Studies scholar with a focus on Islamic intellectual history and sectarian history. She received her BA from Harvard in 2018 and is currently pursuing her MA at NYU. Sarah is also a graduate assistant at the Islamic Center at NYU and has given talks at a variety of university and Islamic settings. She plans to continue pursuing her graduate studies and serves on the board of Muslims for Peace.
Here is the full list of 2024 MFP Award Recipients
Leadership with Ethics, Morals and Values
2024 MFP Leadership Award
Sami Shaban currently serves on the Board of Education in Franklin, as well as the Planning Boards for both Franklin Township and Somerset County. Sami is also a founder and/or board member for many nonprofits including the Islamic Relief Endowment and CILRU (Chaplaincy at Rutgers University serving 6,000 students).
Recently, Sami has been involved in forming the New Jersey Muslim Coalition, a grouping of the largest masajid and centers in New Jersey.
Prior to the above, Sami worked for the world’s largest hedge fund, Bridgewater Associates ($150B AUM), on their core management team as the chief of staff to the CEO/CIO responsible for the management of the Research, Corporate Counsel, and Compliance departments as well as a portfolio of projects that were approximately $500M in aggregate size.
Currently, Sami is also a small business owner with multiple restaurants and is also a practicing attorney with 14 years of experience counseling businesses and nonprofit institutions on corporate, commercial, franchise law, and business immigration.
Prior, Sami provided management consulting in primarily technology to a variety of institutions including Bank of America, Credit Suisse, Ernst & Young, and AT&T.
Empowering Communities, Inspiring Generations.
2024 MFP Young Leader in Philanthropy Award
Dr Zaki Sadiq has been brought and raised in the New Jersey Shia Community. After completing his studies at Boston College and NYU College of Dentistry, he settled back in New Jersey where he was raised. In 2016, he established his first dental practice and has since focused his dental career of dental surgery, implants, and IV sedation. Dr Zaki has made it a point to play an active role in the community not only through philanthropy, but also in organizing fundraisers and arranging the schedules of scholars that come to speak at local NJ mosques. As someone who grew up in this community, he understands the needs of the youth today and the importance of having a strong youth community to guide them in navigating today’s difficult social pressures. With the guidance and Tawfiq of Allah, he hopes to continue on the path of to serve his community with the intention that his work is purely for the sake of God.
Leadership with Ethics, Morals and Values
2024 MFP Leadership Award
Syed Meesam Razvi is a dynamic leader and visionary in both the logistics and real estate sectors. As the Founder and CEO of Tooli Logistics, one of Long Island’s prominent transportation companies, and Razvi Homes, a leading residential development firm in the New York metropolitan area, he has significantly impacted the local economy and infrastructure. With a solid educational foundation, Syed Meesam earned a Bachelor’s in Business from Stony Brook University and went on to pursue a Masters in International Relations from the prestigious Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. This academic background, paired with his leadership skills, has fueled his entrepreneurial success and community influence.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Syed Meesam has been passionately committed to human rights and interfaith advocacy for over 25 years. His work includes representing a prominent NGO at the United Nations, where he played a key role in organizing an international conference on thought leadership. The conference, in collaboration with the Imam Hussain Shrine, Al-Abbas Shrine, and the Al-Khoei Foundation, convened scholars, activists, and community leaders to explore solutions for peaceful and inclusive societies, intellectual contributions from the Muslim world, and methods for countering violence and extremism. His efforts have cemented his reputation as an advocate for peace and dialogue on both local and global platforms.
Syed Meesam’s commitment to social justice extends beyond international work to active participation in local community initiatives. He has served on the human rights commission of Nassau County and as a member of the NYPD advisory council, where his insights helped bridge gaps between communities and law enforcement. His engagement with the New York City Mayor’s Office culminated in a historic moment when, alongside the mayor at City Hall, he announced the permission for the adhan (Islamic call to prayer) to be broadcast from loudspeakers on city streets.
Syed Meesam’s long-standing commitment to social causes is exemplified by his ability to merge his professional career with his passion for advocacy. In his 25 years of engagement with various non-profit organizations, he has consistently sought opportunities to create meaningful change. Whether through his role in organizing high-profile events like the international conference at the United Nations or through his local leadership in bridging cultural divides, his work stands as a testament to his dedication to advancing human rights and fostering understanding among diverse communities. His influence is deeply felt not only in business but in every social cause he takes on, making him a respected figure in both the local community and on the international stage.
Born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, Jeremy McLellan is a rising star in the standup comedy world. He was just honored as a “New Face of Comedy” at the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal and won the 2015 and 2016 Charleston Standup Comedy Competition and was named Best Local Comic in the Charleston City Paper.
A devout Christian with a passion for social justice, Jeremy is a staple at interfaith events around the world. He has completed sold-out tours in the United States, United Kingdom and Pakistan.
Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Monroe Township Senior Center (12 Halsey Reed Road, Monroe Township, NJ 08831)
Featured Speakers:
Rep. Ilhan Omar
Hajj Hassanain Rajabali
Sami Shaban
Dr. Mehdi Husaini
Sarah Mokh
Additional Information:
Free Admission (registration required)
Open to All Ages
Dinner will be served
Registration:
Pre-registration is required for all attendees. Please visit to register and secure your spot. We will ask you to show your confirmation email at the door.
Questions?
For any questions or concerns, please call (609)415-0786
A Voice for the Oppressed: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Contemporary Wars
Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him), a revered figure in Islam, is often lauded for his teachings on compassion, justice, and human rights. His life and legacy offer valuable insights into the treatment of oppressed people in Gaza, Palestine & Labanon and the ethical considerations surrounding conflict.