Meet the Esteemed Speakers at This Year’s Dar Al-Hijrah Annual Banquet!

Assalamu Alaikum,

As we prepare for Dar Al-Hijrahs Annual Banquet, we are excited to introduce you to the remarkable individuals who will be sharing their wisdom and experiences on November 16th. 

These esteemed speakers embody the faith, knowledge, and inspiration that have been the foundation of our community.

• Sheikh Abdellah Marhoum - Qari
  Sheikh Abdellah Marhoum memorized the Quran at 14 and holds Ijazza in seven different recitation methods. He has studied Islamic jurisprudence and Quranic intonation under renowned scholars like Hussein Merdas, Al-Samadi, and Al-Aeshi.

• Dr. Esam Omeish - Chairman of DAH Board
  Dr. Esam Omeish is a Libyan American surgeon and a leader in the Muslim community, having served as President of MSA and MAS. He holds board positions at key Islamic organizations, including Dar Al-Hijrah Islamic Center and Islamic Relief USA.

• Sr. Isra Chaker - EMCEE
  Sr. Isra Chaker is a Syrian-American activist and Senior Campaign Manager at Amnesty International USA. She led the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundations For Mama campaign, raising over $13 million to improve maternal and child health.

• Dr. Ayman Hammous - MAS National Executive Director
  Dr. Ayman Hammous, with a doctorate in physical therapy, has been an active MAS leader since 1995. He co-founded youth and community centers in New York and now serves as the MAS National Executive Director, focusing on community development.

• Imam Farhan Siddiqi - DAH Imam
  Imam Farhan Siddiqi, a graduate of Umm al-Qura University, specializes in Islamic Studies and Arabic. He serves as a Resident Imam in New Jersey and is completing his Masters in Hadith.

Book Your Place

This years DAH Annual Banquet promises to be an unforgettable evening of learning and transformational growth. We look forward to your presence as we come together to build a lasting legacy at Dar Al-Hijrah InshaAllah!