Every lasting change begins with someone who chooses to get involved. When we learn together, speak up together, and organize together, that first step becomes a ripple of impact across our community.
ADAMS Ripple Effect is a civic engagement initiative for ages 16 and up, bringing our community together to understand how public decisions are made, identify the issues that matter to us, and turn shared priorities into meaningful action in Virginia.
Town Halls Across All ADAMS Branches
Ages 16+ | Free admission
Join members from all six ADAMS branches for approximately one-hour town halls on civic engagement, Advocacy Days, MAD participation, and our community’s priorities. Bring your questions and learn how to get involved in meetings with your representatives.
Dates & Locations
Tuesday, November 3, 2026: Sterling — at ADAMS Sterling
Tuesday, November 10, 2026: Leesburg and Ashburn — at ADAMS Ashburn
Thursday, November 19, 2026: Fairfax and Sully — at ADAMS Fairfax
Friday, November 20, 2026: Gainesville — at ADAMS Gainesville
Admission is free. Donations to the ADAMS Youth Department are highly encouraged.
Community Town Halls
Learn. Share. Take the next step.
These approximately one-hour conversations introduce civic engagement and Advocacy Days, explain how to participate in MAD, and help you prepare to meet your representatives. Through discussion and Q&A, we will listen to the concerns and priorities of the ADAMS community to help guide our advocacy.
Open to the ADAMS community ages 16+, including registered voters and those beginning their civic journey.
Educational Seminars
Understand power. Build influence. Learn to lead.
These approximately two-hour sessions explore how American Muslim and minority communities can grow their influence in Virginia. Participants will examine how power works, strengthen their organizing skills, and prepare to volunteer, lead meetings with elected officials, and carry this work forward.
Designed for motivated participants ages 16+ and open to anyone ready to learn and contribute.
Be Part of the Ripple
Join a town hall and share the issues that matter to you.
Participate in a seminar and build your advocacy and leadership skills.
Get involved in MAD and meetings with your representatives.
Volunteer and help develop the next generation of community organizers.
No prior civic engagement experience is needed. Bring your questions, your perspective, and your willingness to make a difference.
One step starts a ripple. Together, we create lasting impact.
Your phone. Their stories. Our history.
Learn to tell meaningful stories through podcasting with Junaid Ahmed of Home Studio Mastery, whose experience includes more than 800 podcast episodes.
In this four-session workshop, teens will interview an ADAMS member and help build the community’s oral history.
Every student will be able to publish their podcast to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other platforms.
Workshop Schedule
Monday, November 9, 2026
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Monday, November 16, 2026
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM–8:00 PM each session Location: ADAMS Sterling Community Hall Ages: 13–18 Capacity: Limited to 16 teens Registration: $40 per teen for all four sessions
One Group. Four Sessions.
The same group will participate throughout the workshop. Please register ahead and commit to attending all four sessions.
Financial aid is available on a case-by-case basis.
✨Join us for Farewell with Dignity, a meaningful workshop by ADAMS Funeral Services designed to educate and prepare our community on Islamic funeral rites.
💦 Learn the essentials of Janazah, understand the steps following a loved one’s passing, and gain practical knowledge of washing and shrouding procedures.
The workshop includes both educational sessions and hands-on training, with separate practical sessions for brothers and sisters. Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding or serve the community in times of need, this workshop offers valuable guidance rooted in faith and compassion.
📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026 🕚 11:00 AM 📍 ADAMS Leesburg Masjid, Leesburg, VA
🫧 Learn and Be Prepared Be Ready !!!!
Thinking about the youth service trip to Jordan? Start here.
Join us for Orientation Night, an informational session on the ADAMS Center and Droplets of Mercy youth deployment in support of Palestinian and Syrian refugee communities. You will meet ADAMS Youth Director Ahmed Mostafa and the Droplets of Mercy team, walk through what a week of service looks like on the ground, and get the full picture on dates, ages, fundraising, and logistics before you commit.
What you will learn:
What the trip involves day to day and the communities we serve
Who can join: ages 16 and up, with organization approval
The $1,500 charity fundraising goal and how we support you
Travel, cost, and what comes next after you register
Details:
When: Saturday, November 8 at 6:00 PM
Where: ADAMS Main Branch at Qawah House
Trip dates: March 20 to 27, 2027 (spring break)
Registration closes December 1, 2026
🌙 In Their Footsteps: Timeless Faith from the Lives of the Companions with Ustadha Kouthar Muttardy
The Sahabah were not simply figures from history. They were people who learned to live faith with courage, sincerity, sacrifice, devotion, and resilience.
In this monthly women’s gathering, we will explore the lives of both male and female Companions through the virtues they embodied—and reflect on how those same qualities can shape our own lives today.
Come learn from their stories, strengthen your faith, and grow alongside a community of women seeking to walk in their footsteps.
📍 ADAMS Leesburg 🗓️ 1st Saturday of each month, after Maghrib ▶️ Starts October 3
Join us for a warm and uplifting gathering of sisters as we come together to reflect on the beautiful guidance of the Quran. Led by Sr. Nasreen Badat, this halaqah will include Quranic reflection, meaningful group discussion, spiritual growth, and practical ways to apply Quranic teachings in our daily lives.
📅 Wednesday, October 21 🕖 7:00 PM
📅 Saturday, December 12 🕑 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 ADAMS Leesburg 19838 Sycolin Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175
💗 All Sisters Welcome! Come together for reflection, connection, and spiritual growth in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Please scan the QR code to RSVP and register.
🌿 Seerah Series – Fall Session at Adams Leesburg 🌿 Join us this fall as we explore the inspiring life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ through engaging stories, meaningful discussions, and practical lessons for everyday living. Designed for youth ages 7–16, this weekly Seerah Series helps build confidence, strengthen character, and foster a deeper connection to Islam and the Sunnah.
📅 Sundays, September 6 through November 29
⏰ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Adams Leesburg, 19838 Sycolin Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175
Come learn, grow, and be inspired by the timeless examples and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in a supportive and enriching environment.
We’re excited to share Her Voice Matters — a three-session series created for young sisters ages 13–18 to build confidence, strengthen self-esteem, and grow comfortable speaking up. It’s a Troop 51002 Gold Award Project, hosted right here at ADAMS Sterling.
Across three sessions, participants will step outside their comfort zone, explore self-worth, and practice public speaking — all in a warm, supportive space grounded in Islamic perspectives.
Session 1 — Intro + Confidence · Oct 3s Session 2 — Self-Esteem · Nov 7 Session 3 — Public Speaking (with Toastmaster support!) · Dec 5
All sessions run 2–4 PM in the ADAMS Sterling Community Hall.
What to expect: • Fun & interactive activities • Group discussions & games • Islamic topics & perspectives • Snacks & drinks • Fun, friends & a supportive environment
Registration is $15. Space is limited and no walk-ins are allowed, so please register in advance: 👉 bit.ly/hervoicematters
To pay by Zelle: girlscout.troop51002@gmail.com (include “Regi” in the memo line).
Please note: this is a drop-off event — parents and guardians will not stay during the program.
Questions? Call or text 703-981-8077.
We can’t wait to see them there, inshaAllah.
Warm regards, ADAMS Center
Every other Saturday · 11:00 AM–12:30 PM · Starting September 5 · ADAMS Gainesville (10800 Vandor Lane, Manassas, VA 20109)
Real talk. Good vibes. Faith, life, and everything in between. ADAMS Youth invites teens ages 13–18 to a biweekly halaqah with Imam Hicham Hall — an open, honest space to connect with faith and each other. Bring your questions and your friends.
Start your Saturday with the Beloved Messenger ﷺ. In this weekly Seerah class, Shaykh Hatim Yousef leads Seerat-ul-Habib — a journey through the life, character, and legacy of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Breakfast is served and all are welcome. Come for the knowledge, stay for the company. (No registration required — just show up after Fajr.)