What we have delivered, and what is coming up
Every week we run education, faith, sport and social activities for children, young people and families across Greater Manchester, led by local volunteers and supported by community partners.
Join us this week
Our regular programme
Geel El-Quran School
Arabic reading and writing, Quran recitation and Islamic values for boys and girls.
Friday Khutbah
A weekly sermon and Jumu’ah prayer, open to all community members.
Community Social Day
A welcoming weekly gathering where families and neighbours meet and connect.
Youth Halqas
Circles on values, identity and personal development, with guest speakers.
Kung Fu Training
Fitness, discipline, confidence and self-defence for children and young people.
Lectures and Talks
Guest speakers on faith, wellbeing and everyday life, also streamed online.
Recent activities and events
“Purity is Half of Faith” Camp
Our third faith-based camp, run with Rawahel Academy, with separate camps for girls and boys. It combined learning, worship, personal hygiene and character, games and teamwork.
Seminar with the Palestinian Forum in Britain
An evening seminar and discussion hosted at the Centre with the Palestinian Forum in Britain, attended by families and community members.
Quran Competition Prize-Giving
A prize-giving ceremony for children taking part in Quran competitions, held with the Muslim Association of Britain, Manchester branch.
Eid Celebration
A family celebration on the first day of Eid, straight after Eid prayers, bringing families, children and elders together.
Grand Islamic Competition Prize-Giving
A prize-giving ceremony for the girls and boys who took part in our Grand Islamic Competition, held with Human Care International and supported by Human Appeal.
Ramadan Community Iftars
Shared iftars that brought families, young people and neighbours together throughout Ramadan, followed by table tennis and games for young people.
Ramadan Evening Talk
An evening talk held with the Dar Al Salam Iraqi Association as part of our Ramadan programme.
Community Iftar
A shared iftar for families with the Muslim Association of Britain, Manchester branch, with a welcome talk, prayers, a social programme and activities for young people.
Nourishing Your Fast
A session for young people aged 14 to 18 with qualified nutritionist Sr Fatima Munji, with practical advice on healthy eating, energy and hydration during Ramadan.
Preparing for Ramadan
Two talks to help the community prepare for Ramadan: one for young people aged 14 to 21 with MABY, and an Arabic lecture by Sheikh Khalid Saad, streamed live.
Al-Isra’ and Al-Mi’raj Activity
Geel El-Quran School children learned about this blessed journey through stories, discussion, questions and creative artwork.
Charity Fundraising Exhibition
A community exhibition and sale, with all proceeds going directly to the Centre’s activities and services.
Summer Club 2025
Learning sessions, sport, arts and crafts, trips and team challenges, keeping children active and engaged during the school holidays.
Photos from our events
Organisations we work with
Partners and supporters who have helped us deliver activities for our community.
What we are planning
- Grow Geel El-Quran School and our youth circles to welcome more children
- Run holiday clubs for children during school holidays
- Hold health and wellbeing sessions for young people and parents
- Continue our celebrations, community meals and family days
- Train and support more local volunteers
Be part of our work
Volunteer your time, partner with us or support our activities with a donation.