Launching of the SALAM Center for Higher Islamic Learning
SALAM Board of Trustees Announcement
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
The SALAM Board of Trustees is honored to announce the blessed launch of the SALAM Center for Higher Islamic Learning, a long-cherished vision that, by the mercy and will of Allah SWT, is now coming to fruition. We ask Allah to place barakah in this endeavor and to make it a source of benefit for generations to come.
The Center is a manifestation of SALAM’s vision to advance Islamic scholarship and nurture the community by providing sound knowledge and transformative education. We pray that it becomes a beacon of learning that elevates the Sacramento Muslim community in deen, understanding, and service.
Upcoming Dates
- Soft Opening Weekend: Friday, July 18, 2025 – Prophetic Leadership course in collaboration with The Islamic Seminary of America (TISA)
- SALAM Library Soft Opening: Thursday, July 17 & Sunday, July 20 – Book reviews and community engagement
- Commencement of English and Arabic Tracks of the Center Seminary Program: Tuesday, September 9, 2025
In the coming weeks, the Board of Trustees will be sharing exciting announcements regarding the esteemed faculty, detailed course offerings, and the seminary’s academic tracks, inshaa Allah.
We are especially pleased to begin by announcing the first official appointment within the Center for Higher Islamic Learning:
Shaykh Saad ElHelaly
Strengthening Our Roots in Sacred Knowledge
A respected scholar and beloved member of our community, Shaykh Saad joined SALAM in early 2024 and has since been a pillar in reviving Islamic education through IQRA School; teaching Quran, Tajweed, and Arabic. He was also instrumental in establishing the weekly Arabic Khutbah, offering the community a consistent opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Islamic faith.
Shaykh Saad graduated at the top of his class from the prestigious Al-Azhar University, where he studied under the mentorship of renowned scholars. His passion lies in both research and teaching, particularly in areas that demand deep intellectual engagement. His sincerity, humility, and love for knowledge have quickly earned him the admiration and trust of our community.
In addition to his ongoing responsibilities, Shaykh Saad will serve as the Program Manager of the Arabic Track of the Center Seminary program and will be teaching four foundational classes in the Fall 2025 semester: Tarbiya Imaniyyah (التربية الإيمانية), Mustalah al-Hadith (مصطلح الحديث), Usool al-Fiqh (أصول الفقه), and Uloom al-Qur’an (علوم القرآن).
We invite the community to join us in making du‘aa for Shaykh Saad, asking Allah SWT to bless him and his family, guide him, grant him success, and make his efforts a source of lasting reward for him and for all who benefit from his knowledge. We ask Allah SWT to bless the entire SALAM leadership with wisdom, sincerity, and success. May He place abundant barakah in our community, unite our hearts, and guide us in building a vibrant and compassionate future. Ameen.
Omar MoheyEldin, Chairperson
SALAM Board of Trustees
