About:
The Organization of Muslim Scholars is an Islamic institution with an independent legal personality, operating under the umbrella of the Muslim World League. It was established as an outcome of the Fourth Islamic Conference, held in Makkah in 1423 AH, and comprises a distinguished group of scholars from across the Muslim Ummah. The organization’s primary aim is to unify the efforts of scholars and support their overarching mission.
Headquarters:
Makkah, Muslim World League.
Vision:
To serve as a supreme reference body that unites Muslim scholars into one Ummah.
Mission:
- Unifying scholarly efforts and enhancing the status of Islamic scholars.
- Strengthening the bond between scholars and promoting unity within the Islamic nation.
- Preserving the identity of the Muslim Ummah and promoting the values of tolerance and moderation.
- Building strategic partnerships with nations, peoples, and international organizations.
- Providing solutions to contemporary challenges facing the Ummah.
Core Values:
- Knowledge
- Fear of Allah
- Mercy
- Moderation
- Unity and Cooperation
- Role Model
- Universality
Objectives:
- Unifying the scholarly stance on major Islamic and global issues.
- Preserving the Islamic identity of the Ummah, enhancing its global status, and promoting unity.
- Empowering scholars by defining their roles and rights, defending their position, and strengthening their networks.
- Guiding societies toward legitimate and Islamic solutions to their problems.
- Mediating and resolving internal conflicts among Muslims.
- Promoting the values of moderation and confronting deviant ideologies and anti-Islamic narratives.
- Defending the causes of Islam and Muslims and addressing threats to their societies and religious identity.
- Clarifying the message of Islam as a tolerant and universal faith.
Chairman of the General Assembly:
His Eminence Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-AlSheikh, Grand Mufti of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Chairman of the Board of Directors:
Secretary-General of the Muslim World League
His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa
Secretary-General of the Organization
Most Prominent Achievements:
Conferences Organized:
Organizing the following conferences:
Unity of the Islamic Ummah – Makkah, 1427 AH
The First Predecessors and Their Status among Muslims – Held in Kuwait across three years: 1433 AH, 1434 AH, and 1435 AH
Dismantling the Extremist Discourse – Morocco, 1439 AH
Participation in Other Major Conferences:
Homeland and Citizenship in the Balance of Sharia – Bahrain
Divine Followers: Heirs of the Prophets and Bearers of Great Responsibility – Yemen
Africa and Jerusalem – Sudan
Conference of Scholars of the Ummah – Senegal
The Companions (may Allah be pleased with them)—Guardians of the Most Merciful and Bearers of the Banner of Serving Humanity – India
The All-India Conference of Scholars and Preachers – India
Islamic Nation Conference in Support of the Syrian People – Turkey
Forums and Seminars:
1. The First Forum of Muslim Scholars was held under the theme “Towards Effective Communication Between Scholars of the Ummah” at Al Rajhi Mosque in Makkah during the Hajj season of 1436 AH.
2. The Organization has held numerous seminars and lectures in various locations.
3. Members of the Organization in different countries have delivered lectures, seminars, and courses addressing extremism, radicalism, division, and strategies to counter deviant groups.
Workshops:
Organizing several workshops, including the following:
ISIS: Its Reality and Ways to Confront It – held in Mina during the Hajj season, 1435 AH.
The Duty of Scholars in Confronting Extremism and Excommunication – held in Istanbul, 1435 AH.
Heritage of the Family and Companions – held in Makkah.
Forum for Developing the Work of the International Organization of Muslim Scholars – held in Riyadh, 1437 AH.
Towards Creative Initiatives and Projects for the International Organization of Muslim Scholars – held in Makkah, 1437 AH.
Inspection Visits:
Delegations from the Organization have conducted visits to assess the conditions of Muslims and Islamic organizations in various countries, including:
1. A visit to Syrian refugee camps in Turkey and coordination with MWL-affiliated bodies to deliver humanitarian aid – 16/8/1433 AH.
2. A delegation visit to the Kurdistan Region – 1438 AH.
3. Visits to Syrian and Iraqi refugee camps in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and cooperation with MWL-affiliated relief agencies – 1438 AH.
Communication with Scholars:
At its headquarters in Makkah, the Organization has hosted leading scholars from diverse academic fields and crisis-affected regions to study challenges, foster unity, and enhance mutual cooperation. Notable meetings include:
1. Meeting of Syrian scholars – 1433 AH.
2. Meeting of Yemeni scholars – 1438 AH.
3. Meeting of Iraqi scholars – 1438 AH.
Charters, Statements and Publications:
1. Issuance of the Islamic Covenant of Joint Action – 1427 AH.
2. Charter of Cooperation between Legitimate Institutions in Iraq – 1438 AH.
3. Issuance of multiple statements addressing emerging issues in the Ummah.
4. Publication of numerous books under the Organization's name.
Other Works:
1. Development of the Organization’s official website.
2. Preparation of the first phase of the Organization’s strategic plan.
3. Online publication of scholarly works and literature on Islamic sciences.
Upcoming Conferences:
The Organization is preparing to hold the following conferences:
1. Towards a Mindful Ummah and an Informed Civilization
2. The Role of Scholars in Promoting Civilized Communication Among Nations
3. Scholars Confronting Extremism and Terrorism
Organizational Projects:
1. Conducting in-depth studies on major Islamic causes.
2. Advancing the project to unify the foundational principles of the Islamic Ummah.
3. Organizing international seminars and conferences to highlight scholarly perspectives and propose practical solutions.
4. Publishing a high-quality magazine under the Organization’s name.
5. Developing multilingual media programs for broadcast on television, radio, and digital platforms.
6. Creating a comprehensive reference guide of major scholarly and intellectual figures within the Islamic world.
7. Hosting distinguished scholars during Hajj and Umrah seasons.
8. Sponsoring emerging talent in Islamic Shariah studies.
9. Publishing research on the roles, responsibilities, and rights of scholars.
10. Launching media programs on TV channels and social media platforms.
Courses and Seminars:
1. The Role of Scholars in Confronting Extremism
2. Strategies of Successful Negotiation
3. Skills for Effective Institutional Work
4. Scholars and Countering Sectarianism
5. Effective Communication Skills
6. Seminar on Scholars and Civilized Communication Among Nations
Establishment and Contact Information
Date of Establishment: 04/03/2006 (Corresponding to 05/03/1427 AH)
Tel: +966125601255
Fax: +966125601255
Email: ioms@themwl.org
Website: www.iomsmwl.org
Address:
The Muslim World League - General Secretariat
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Makkah
