MUHSEN Masjid Certification

During the lifetime of the Prophet Muhammad (S), he accommodated everyone in the community whether they were male, female, Arab, non-Arab, and also those that were disabled, and that included inclusiveness in the masjid. A blind companion would be the second muezzin behind Belal. People with Disabilities were encouraged to go to the masjid and were told to not use their disability as an excuse. Does your masjid feel like it is accommodating to the special needs community?

About MUHSEN’s Masjid Certification Program

MUHSEN believes that there is a place where every Muslim should feel accepted, comfortable, and welcomed. MUHSEN has created a system of different services that a masjid can employ to become accommodating to special needs individuals and their families.

By contributing towards developing and establishing a variety of different supports and accommodations for Muslims within the Masjid setting including Support Groups, Eid Prayer supports and continued Educational Events, masjids will work towards becoming nationally recognized as a masjid that is inclusive and special needs friendly environment and joining a community of over 90 other masjids across North America.

Why Masjid Certification Matters

When the Prophet (S) frowned at the blind companion Abdullah ibn Umm-Maktum, Allah was the one that corrected his behavior and the Prophet Muhammad after that moment always made sure to make this companion feel important and valued in the community. With this in mind, the Masjid certification assists in the destigmatization of the congregation on special needs.

Through aiding in bringing communities together and facilitating the approach that all deserve to feel and be welcomed, we are able to service the Ummah at large. In hindsight, the reason that masjid certification matters is it brings compassion to a community, and allows the removal of barriers on the Day of Judgement for us, as the hadith of the Prophet Muhammad mentions, “Whoever removes a worldly grief from a believer, Allah will remove from him one of the griefs of the Day of Resurrection. And whoever alleviates the need of a needy person, Allah will alleviate his needs in this world and the Hereafter.”

MUHSEN Masjid Certification Levels of Excellence

Wheelchair
إمكانية الوصول

Prayer hall and parking access including ramp and elevator if applicable

Restroom/Wudu
إمكانية الوصول

Accessible toilet stall and accessible wudu facilities

Disability
Awareness Khutbahs

Recommended 4x/yr; discussion topics or sample clips provided upon request

Disability
Awareness Events

Recommended 2x/yr; directed to general community and can be single speaker or panel

Annual
Workshop

Can be youth workshop, volunteer training, staff/board sensitivity training, or teacher inclusivity training

إمكانية الوصول
ABCs

Masjid offers one or more: ASL at jummah khutbahs/ events upon request; Braille Qurans; Closed Captioning on message boards/online media

Support
Groups

Recommended quarterly and must be facilitated by licensed professional with MUHSEN confidentiality waivers to be signed

Events for Special
Needs Families

Recommended 4x/year; can be separate events for MUHSEN families as well as accommodations at masjid or Eid events

Respite at
Masjid Events

Recommended 4x/year; must be provided by volunteers who have received MUHSEN training in a room separate from other childcare

Weekend School
Accommodation

MUHSEN’s curriculum for self-contained class is added to pre-existing weekend school at masjid; lead teacher and TA must receive training from MUHSEN representative

Wheelchair
إمكانية الوصول

Prayer hall and parking access including ramp and elevator if applicable

Restroom/Wudu
إمكانية الوصول

Accessible toilet stall and accessible wudu facilities

Disability
Awareness Khutbahs

Recommended 4x/yr; discussion topics or sample clips provided upon request

Disability
Awareness Events

Recommended 2x/yr; directed to general community and can be single speaker or panel

Annual
Workshop

Can be youth workshop, volunteer training, staff/board sensitivity training, or teacher inclusivity training

إمكانية الوصول
ABCs

. ASL provided at major events and Eid salah; braille qurans; closed captioning on message boards and online media

Support
Groups

Recommended quarterly and must be facilitated by licensed professional with MUHSEN confidentiality waivers to be signed

Events for Special
Needs Families

Recommended 4x/year; can be separate events for MUHSEN families as well as accommodations at masjid or Eid events

Respite at
Masjid Events

Recommended 4x/year; must be provided by volunteers who have received MUHSEN training in a room separate from other childcare

Weekend School
Accommodation

MUHSEN’s curriculum for self-contained class is added to pre-existing weekend school at masjid; lead teacher and TA must receive training from MUHSEN representative

Stay Accessible, Stay Ahead.
Get Your Masjid MUHSEN-Certified Today in 3 easy steps:

Fill out the form below to request masjid certification

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We’ll guide you through the process to become certified!

MUHSEN-Certified Masjids Across USA and Canada

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Interested in Requesting Masjid Certification for your Masjid or Institution?

Please use this form to provide us the appropriate information to get in touch with you about having your masjid certified by MUHSEN. Fill all applicable fields (*required) on this form:

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Institution Details
Affiliated Masjid Name*
Masjid Website
Masjid Leader's Name*
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Disclaimer

MUHSEN offers certification programs to mosques and organizations that meet our established standards. This statement clarifies the nature of MUHSEN’s certification.

MUHSEN certification indicates that the certified mosque or organization has met our criteria at the time of assessment. MUHSEN relies on certified mosques and organizations to uphold the values and principles outlined in our certification program. It is not an ongoing endorsement of their practices.

Organizations that do not maintain adherence to MUHSEN’s standards may attain an inactive status with our organization. MUHSEN is not responsible for the daily operations or actions of any certified mosque or organization.

MUHSEN certification does not guarantee the quality of services or products offered by the certified entity. We encourage you to conduct your own research.

It’s important to note that MUHSEN’s partnerships with other organizations do not imply endorsement or control over their policies, practices, or activities. MUHSEN strives for alignment in promoting inclusivity and accessibility, and is not responsible for the actions, decisions, or outcomes of our partner organizations.

If you have any questions about MUHSEN’s certification process or a particular certified mosque or organization, please do not hesitate to contact MUHSEN directly at info@muhsen.org.