Imam Al-Qazwini serves as scholar and religious leader of the Islamic Center of America, Dearborn, MI, the largest mosque in North America and the oldest Shia mosque in the United States. He is also the founder the Young Muslim Association (YMA), an organization aimed at educating the Muslim American youth, fostering leadership amongst them, and creating an environment in which they can actively promote Islam and effectively channel their efforts. Imam Qazwini works to depict a genuine representation of Islam and Muslims and has thus far spoken at over a hundred churches, colleges and universities about the genuine and authentic teachings of Islam, thereby dispelling the common misconceptions about Muslims in America. As Congressman John D. Dingell put it, "Imam Qazwini has become a leading voice for Muslims in America. He has spoken movingly of the need for reconciliation, for tolerance, and for the recognition of our humanity. He has worked with leaders in both the Christian and Jewish communities to help bridge the differences between us and to dispel prejudice." The White House has invited Al-Qazwini on several occasions to represent the Muslim community. Al-Qazwini has met with President Clinton and President Bush to discuss issues pertaining to Muslim affairs. The State Department and Defense Department have also invited him. Al-Qazwini continues to be one of the most outspoken and influential Muslim Shi’a religious leaders in the United States. - source, www.qazwini.org

Imam Sayid Hassan Al-Qazwini

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