Eight Distinguished Islamic Scholars
Scholars with Dual
Sacred & Secular Expertise
Learn from Scholars Who Navigate Both Worlds
Our faculty represents exemplary "dual competency" - accomplished professionals with expertise in their secular fields while maintaining knowledge in traditional Islamic sciences. From medical oncologists to engineers, each brings decades of real-world experience alongside authentic Islamic scholarship.
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Meet Our Distinguished Faculty
Each faculty member brings unique expertise and passion for developing the next generation of Islamic leaders
Sheikh Adnan Rajeh
Medical Oncologist & Islamic Scholar
Professional Excellence
Medical Oncologist
Verspeeten Family Cancer Center
Community Leader
Chair & Imam, Muslim Wellness Network
Academic Founder
Co-founder of Imam Development Academy
Islamic Scholarship
- Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies & Arabic Literature
- Multiple ijazat in Quran recitation and hadeeth
- Authenticated certificates in jurisprudence schools
- Studies in tafseer, theology, and Islamic disciplines
Medical Credentials
- MD, Damascus University Medical School (2012)
- Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology, Western University (2023)
- Fellowships in genitourinary cancers, sarcoma, and melanoma
- FRCPC - Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada
Leadership & Service
- Co-founder and previous chair of London Council of Imams (LCI)
- Chair, Imam, and residing scholar of Muslim Wellness Network
- Studied under renowned scholars in Syria and Saudi Arabia
Fall 2025 Courses
Mustafa Al-Sabawi
Quran Instructor, Chemical Engineer & three-year IDA instructor
Professional Excellence
Quran Hafidh
Memorized Quran with ijaza
Professional Engineer
PhD Chemical Engineering
Global Trainer
Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
Islamic Scholarship
- Memorized the complete Quran
- Ijaza and Sanad for Quran qiraat Hafs 'an Asim
- Completing ijaza for qiraat Qaloon 'an Nafi'
- Teaching tajweed and exegesis since 2010
Professional Credentials
- PhD in Chemical Engineering
- Master's in Chemical Engineering
- Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt
- Global trainer in efficiency and process improvement
Leadership & Service
- Formal IDA teacher since 2022
- Active member of Muslim Association of Canada (MAC)
- Committed to dawa work and Islamic education
Fall 2025 Courses
Emmanuel Rovithis
Islamic Studies Teacher & Convert to Islam
Professional Excellence
Academic Teacher
12+ years teaching experience
Islamic Studies Graduate
i3 Institute Diploma
Convert Scholar
Reverted to Islam in 2009
Islamic Scholarship
- Diploma in Islamic Studies and Leadership (i3 Institute)
- Multiple diplomas in Fiqh, Aqeedah, and Usool Al-Hadith
- Current studies at Mishkah University
- 5+ years studying with Dr. Adnan Rageh and Sh. Muhammad Osta
Academic Credentials
- English, Science and Social Studies teacher
- Over 10 years of teaching experience across all Islamic Institutes in London, ON
- Former i3 Institute graduate and teacher
- Islamic Online University diplomas
Specialties & Focus Areas
- Comparative fiqh and comparative usool al-fiqh
- Tazkiyyah (spiritual purification) and da'wah
- Active in local masajid since conversion
Fall 2025 Courses
ماريا جريده
معلمة علوم وباحثة في الدراسات الإسلامية
Professional Excellence
خريجة علوم
فيزياء وكيمياء، جامعة دمشق
باحثة في الدراسات الإسلامية
تخصصات إسلامية متعددة
متخصصة في الفقه
المادة المفضلة: الفقه الإسلامي
Islamic Scholarship
- دراسات معمقة في الفقه الإسلامي
- دراسات في الحديث والسيرة
- تخصص في التاريخ الإسلامي
- تلاوات القرآن (حفص عن عاصم)
Academic Credentials
- درجة البكالوريوس – فيزياء وكيمياء
- جامعة دمشق – كلية العلوم
- أساس قوي في المنهجية العلمية
- Dedicated educator and lifelong learner
Specialties & Focus Areas
- Islamic Jurisprudence (favorite subject)
- Continuous quest for knowledge
- Bridge between sciences and Islamic studies
Sheikh Abd Alfatah Twakkal
Islamic Scholar & Community Leader
Professional Excellence
Community Leader
10+ years serving London Muslims
MA in Islamic Studies
McGill University
Founding Member
London Council of Imams (LCI)
Islamic Scholarship
- MA in Islamic Studies, McGill University
- Studied in Saudi Arabia Sirah, Fiqh and Usul al-Quran
- BA in Religious Studies with focus on Islamic Studies and Arabic
Professional Credentials
- BA Honours in Religious Studies, BSc in Zoology, and MA in Islamic Studies (McGill University)
- Canadian Director for International Learning Movement (ILM), a reputable humanitarian organization based out of the UK
- Extensive experience in interfaith dialogue, media engagement, youth and family counseling, and community outreach
- Volunteer Muslim Chaplain for London Police Services, RCMP Central Region, and London Health Sciences Centre
- Canadian Director of ILM (International Learning Movement) and Teacher/Resident Scholar at Al-Ghazali Centre, London, Ontario
- Former Imam and Director of Community Outreach at London Muslim Mosque
Leadership & Service
- Former full-time Imam of London Muslim Mosque
- Founding member of London Council of Imams (LCI)
- Community outreach and education leader
- Youth mentorship and development
Fall 2025 Courses
Ziad Kayssi
Hadith Scholar & Branch Manager
Professional Excellence
Branch Manager
Professional business leader
Hadith Scholar
Specialized in Hadith sciences
Certified Teacher
Written teaching ijaza
Islamic Scholarship
- Written teaching ijaza from Sheikh Salaheddin al-Idbli
- General Ijaza from Sh. Nizam Yaqoubi
- Met renowned scholars: Sh. Abdul Fattah Abu-Ghuddah
- Studies under multiple distinguished scholars
Professional Credentials
- Mechanical Engineer - Concordia University Montreal
- Branch Manager (career change in 2002)
- Born Beirut, Lebanon 1962, emigrated Canada 1983
- Active chess club member and tournament participant
Specialties & Focus Areas
- Hadith sciences (favorite subject)
- Islamic History specialization
- Independent scholar with broad connections
Omar Sallam
Islamic Studies Educator & Community Leader
Professional Excellence
Islamic Educator
Introductory Islamic Sciences
Community Member
Active in London Muslim community 10+ years
Theology Scholar
Huron College Islamic Thought & Law
Islamic Scholarship
- Formal studies in Shafi Fiqh
- Knowledge tradition and ancillary sciences
- Islamic Thought, law, and Pastoral Care studies
- Advocate for lifelong learning in Deen
Academic Credentials
- Theology studies at Huron College
- Focus on Islamic Thought and law
- Pastoral Care specialization
- Private and formal Islamic Sciences studies
Specialties & Focus Areas
- Teaches introductory subjects in IDA program
- Spiritual development and high standing with Allah
- Basic Seera and foundational Islamic knowledge
Mohamed Al-Janabi
Quran Scholar & Community Dentist
Professional Excellence
Head of Imam Development Academy
Leading educational programs
Community Dentist
Healthcare professional
Quranic Scholar
Studied under reputable Iraqi scholars
Islamic Scholarship
- Studied Islamic sciences under reputable scholars in Iraq
- Specialization in Quranic studies
- Arabic language expertise
- Lifelong dedication to Quranic education
Professional Credentials
- Doctor of Dental Medicine
- Practicing community dentist
- Healthcare provider to local community
- Dual commitment to spiritual and physical well-being
Leadership & Service
- Head of Imam Development Academy
- Developer of Islamic educational programs
- Sought-after teacher and mentor
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