Programs

Rays from Imam’s Light

In this series, we are honored to share a collection of poetic and prose pieces of reflection and videos recorded by our esteemed members, who possess a deep understanding and wisdom regarding the events of Ashura. Their insights offer a unique perspective on the enduring significance of this historical event.

Furthermore, we warmly invite our dear community members, both ordinary individuals and teachers from all corners of the world, to contribute their own videos to our platform. We believe that by sharing diverse reflections and experiences, we can foster a global dialogue and deepen our collective understanding of Arbaeen’s timeless message.


WiseCafé

WISE Cafe is an engaging event that seeks to showcase and promote the Wise Network of Schools, a collection of educational institutions committed to excellence and innovation in education. The event provides a platform to explore various schools within the network and delve into their unique features and achievements.

During the Cafe, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about different schools within the Wise Network through pre-recorded interviews with their respective administrations. These interviews will cover a range of topics, including each school’s background, facilities, funding sources, enrollment trends, teacher training programs, teacher evaluations, teaching standards, student growth data, parent involvement, and more. The administrators will share insights and best practices, offering advice and inspiration to other schools within the Wise Network.

In addition to showcasing individual schools, the Cafe will feature segments highlighting exceptional educational approaches, innovative programs, and successful strategies for student engagement and learning within the Wise Network. These segments aim to inspire collaboration and foster the exchange of ideas among educators, administrators, and stakeholders.

WISE Cafe will be recorded and edited into a concise and informative episode, enabling a wider audience to benefit from the knowledge and experiences shared during the event. It serves as a platform for networking, learning, and promoting excellence in education within the Wise Network of Schools.


Arbaeen Walk

This project was a coming together of schools around the world in honor of Muharram. Students from various countries and cultures honored Arbaeen with a demonstration on their campus in which they chanted and pledged their allegiance to Imam Hussein (as) and his companions and shared its video with WISE .


WiseTalks

In today’s society, we aim to empower our youth as visionary leaders. Introducing WISE Talks, an international platform for young students to develop vital skills in communication, critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and public speaking, while nurturing their Muslim identity. Participants gain confidence, articulate emerging social issues, and inspire positive change. The yearlong program includes proposal building, research, speech formulation, and influencing others to take action. Students in grades 5-12 tackle community challenges and compete in two rounds, leading to the prestigious WISE Conference finals in Najaf in December 2024. Join us in Karbala, Iraq, in January 2024.