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ABOUT
OUR STORY AND COMMUNITY BONDS
Embrace Faith in Community
The Muslim community in Inverclyde began to grow from 2010, with many Muslims coming to the area for work and business. At that time, there was no local prayer facility, and the nearest Islamic centre was in Glasgow, around 23 miles away. To support the community, Friday (Jumu’ah) prayers were first arranged above the Gift Centre shop. When the shop closed, Mohammed Akhtar continued to support the community by arranging Friday prayers above his shop, allowing local Muslims to pray together. From 2015 onwards, Inverclyde, especially Greenock, welcomed many Syrian and Afghan refugees. The Muslim community worked closely with these families to support their religious and community needs and help them settle into their new lives. In 2018, Mohammed Akhtar, founder of Inverclyde Muslim Centre, worked with local businessmen and community members to formally establish the centre as a place of worship and community support. Today, the Inverclyde Muslim Centre serves many different nationalities and is run entirely by volunteers. The centre provides a space for prayer, learning, and community activities. The doors of Inverclyde Muslim Centre are open to all. We welcome people of all backgrounds and faiths, including schools, local organisations, and individuals who wish to learn more about Islam. The centre continues to play an important role in supporting the Muslim community and promoting understanding across Inverclyde.
IMC Foundation & Management Team
Mohammed Akhtar
Hamid Akhtar
Abdul Wajid
Rana Saleem
Abdul Wahid
Our Values
Together, we aim to make Inverclyde Muslim Centre a welcoming and respected Islamic centre . We want it to be a warm, inclusive place for worship, supported by caring and professional people who serve the community.
Professionalism
We strive to do our best in everything. The centre management works to keep the centre welcoming, safe, and well-run..
Diversity
We represent and serve everyone in the community. Women, young people, and people from all backgrounds are encouraged to take part and help shape the centre.
Education
We aim to be a centre of Islamic knowledge. Our experienced Imams provide learning for all ages, from children to the elderly.
Services
We provide the support the community needs. We help those in need, assist , care for the elderly, support mothers with young children, and create fun and inspiring activities for young people.
Maintenance
We take care of the centre. Cleanliness, safety, and building improvements are always a priority, with professional guidance when needed.
Engagement
We are active in the local and wider community. We encourage volunteering, cooperation, and helping one another to build a stronger, more connected community.
