Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Ahmed Mohamed

Ahmed Mohamed

Hamilton

Summary

Dedicated and accomplished Ph.D.-level Religious Director with over 10 years of experience in leading and developing impactful Islamic programming for youth and young adults. Recognized for creating and overseeing a diverse array of social and educational initiatives that have positively impacted the lives of individuals ranging from ages 8 to 18+ and encompassing both males and females.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification

Work History

Clergy – Junior Imam / Resident Director of Youth & Young Adults Islamic Studies

Islamic Society of Central Jersey
10.2017 - Current
  • Leading and developing impactful Islamic programming for youth and young adults.

Interventionist – Marriage & Family Intervention

Cornerstone
02.2019 - Current
  • Bridging the gap between faith and family dynamics, promoting healthier relationships and emotional well-being.

Chair of Islamic Studies

Noor-Ul-Iman School
09.2019 - Current
  • Contributing to the academic and spiritual development of students.
  • Design and evaluate the Islamic Studies curriculum.
  • Assessment and development of Islamic Studies teachers

Education

Master of Arts - Islamic Studies

Islamic University of Minnesota
Minnetonka, MN
2016

Ph.D. - Biology

Queens University
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
2011

Master of Science - Biology

Queen's University
Kingston, ON, Canada
2005

Bachelor of Science - Biology

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON, Canada
2001

Skills

  • Ijaza (license) in Classical Islamic Texts
  • Ijaza in Quran recitation: Hafs upon Asim
  • Program Development & Management
  • Engaging and effective presenter
  • Excellent communicator
  • Faith-based Coaching & Mentoring
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Problem-Solving
  • Fluent in Arabic and English
  • Public Speaking
  • Curriculum Development

Accomplishments

  • Developed and executed 7 successful social programs tailored to the unique needs and interests of youth and young adults, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
  • Established comprehensive Islamic educational programs catering to middle school, high school, and young adults, resulting in enhanced religious knowledge and spiritual growth among participants.
  • Pioneered a variety of monthly and weekly community programs, ranging from general discussion forums to in-depth Islamic studies, promoting engagement and intellectual development within the community.
  • Provided compassionate and effective counseling services for both youth and adults, addressing their emotional and spiritual needs while offering guidance and support.
  • Currently serving as the Chair of Islamic Studies at Noor-Ul-Iman School, contributing to the academic and spiritual development of students.
  • Simultaneously serving as a Faith-Based Interventionist at Cornerstone - Marriage and Family Intervention, bridging the gap between faith and family dynamics, promoting healthier relationships and emotional well-being.

Certification

  • Mental Health First Response Training - Khalil Center 2018
  • Practical Family Therapy Skills - Thompson Leadership Development 2018
  • Faith-Based Communication Intervention - Cornerstone 2019
  • Marital Faith-Based Communication Intervention - Cornerstone 2019
  • Adult Mental Health First Aid - National Council for Mental Wellbeing 2021
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid - National Council for Mental Wellbeing 2022
  • QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program QPR Institute 2022

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chair of Islamic Studies

Noor-Ul-Iman School
09.2019 - Current

Interventionist – Marriage & Family Intervention

Cornerstone
02.2019 - Current

Clergy – Junior Imam / Resident Director of Youth & Young Adults Islamic Studies

Islamic Society of Central Jersey
10.2017 - Current

Master of Arts - Islamic Studies

Islamic University of Minnesota

Ph.D. - Biology

Queens University

Master of Science - Biology

Queen's University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

McMaster University
  • Mental Health First Response Training - Khalil Center 2018
  • Practical Family Therapy Skills - Thompson Leadership Development 2018
  • Faith-Based Communication Intervention - Cornerstone 2019
  • Marital Faith-Based Communication Intervention - Cornerstone 2019
  • Adult Mental Health First Aid - National Council for Mental Wellbeing 2021
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid - National Council for Mental Wellbeing 2022
  • QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program QPR Institute 2022
Ahmed Mohamed