REVIVE - RENEW - RESTORE

A Muslim-led community organization focused on faith, education, housing, family support, civic engagement, and economic empowerment in South Los Angeles.

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WHAT WE DO

Islah LA is one of the first of its kind in the United States

Islah LA is dedicated to building a stronger South Los Angeles by connecting faith, education, and social services to meet the real needs of families, youth, and the broader community.

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ABOUT

Islah LA is a Muslim-led social restoration organization dedicated to renewing faith, education, unity, family, civic engagement, and economic empowerment in South Los Angeles. Rooted in a legacy of community leadership, Islah LA grew out of the historic Masjid Ibaadillah community, established in 1986 when Imam Saadiq Saafir and a group of committed families purchased a storefront on West Jefferson Boulevard to create a spiritual and community hub serving predominantly African-American Muslims.

Building upon this strong foundation, Islah LA was formally established in June 2013 as a nonprofit organization and is currently led by Imam Jihad Saafir. In February 2014, the organization launched safe-place programming designed to support children, youth, and families through mentorship, education, and holistic community services.

Islah LA is a Muslim-led social restoration organization dedicated to renewing faith, education, unity, family, civic engagement, and economic empowerment in South Los Angeles. Rooted in a legacy of community leadership, Islah LA grew out of the historic Masjid Ibaadillah community, established in 1986 when Imam Saadiq Saafir and a group of committed families purchased a storefront on West Jefferson Boulevard to create a spiritual and community hub serving predominantly African-American Muslims.

Building upon this strong foundation, Islah LA was formally established in June 2013 as a nonprofit organization and is currently led by Imam Jihad Saafir. In February 2014, the organization launched safe-place programming designed to support children, youth, and families through mentorship, education, and holistic community services.

Centered on service, Islah LA offers a space where Muslims from many backgrounds feel welcomed, empowered, and inspired to participate in community life.

Islah LA is a Muslim-American founded inner-city community center serving South Los Angeles through faith, service, and civic engagement. Guided by community leadership, Islah LA works to uplift families, strengthen neighborhoods, and foster meaningful partnerships across diverse communities.

Through inclusive spaces for social services, education, and community support, Islah LA lives its name “Islah,” meaning to renew, revive, and restore, by nurturing spiritual growth and advancing social and economic well-being throughout South Los Angeles.

OUR MISSION

Islah LA is a beacon of light for the underserved in our South Los Angeles community. We offer services that revive, renew, and restore growth in the community through essential programs. We do this to meet the obligations and needs aligned with our religious values.