Understand the effect that western ideologies have on the Ummah and see the world through the lens of Islam. Learn how to research and produce sound education and training for the community to overcome the plagues in our society.
Visionaries Leadership Academy
Learn how to Empower the Ummah, Lead a Community, and Become a Visionary
September 21, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Saturdays and Sundays | 7am-9am CST
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September 21, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Saturdays and Sundays | 7am-9am CST
The Visionary Effect...
"This course has been a remarkable journey of knowledge and personal growth. It has enriched my life with a deep understanding of spirituality, a profound connection with God, and a sense of purpose and direction"
- Cameron, '23 Graduate
"As I move forward, whether in a formal leadership position or not, I’ve learned to
recognize the importance in everyday actions and what it truly means to lead by example"
- Muntaha, '23 Graduate
"Thinking through how I’d like to spend the next several decades of my life, quantifying the effects it would have on my Aakhirah, all centered around the vision of Jannah Al-Firdaws, was absolutely mind blowing"
- Yusuf, '23 Graduate
The Vision
Reviving the hearts and minds to create clarity for those who want to give back and meet Allah with a noble return insha'Allah.
Who is the Academy for?
The Academy is for you if you’re looking to…
Empower the Ummah
The ummah is suffering and is in need servants of the community to help them realize their potential.
Improve Your Leadership Skills
Leadership is a heavy responsibility; learn how to build a team and inspire those around you.
Bring the Hearts Closer to Allah
Learn how to solve the socio-philosophical issues that we find ourselves in by tying the hearts to Allah (SWT) and His Messenger ﷺ.
Academy Modules
You will develop yourself with...
Islamic Psychology
Happiness, Negativity, and Stress Management
Personal Development
Time Management, Communication, and Worship
State of the Ummah
Influence of Western Secularization and Philosophy on actualizing of Islamic Creed
Public Speaking & Program Development
Convey with Conviction and Creating Programs
Leadership Skills
Lead and Empower Others
Capstone Project
Built-in Theory and Application.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Imam Isa ibn Matta
Imam Isa ibn Matta is a Co-Founder, Director, and Lead Instructor for The Preservers. He is dedicated to serving the community through education, youth work, and da’wah.
He grew up in Kentucky, went to Christian Seminary School, and served as a Youth Minister for years until through the bounty of Allah, Imam Isa embraced Islam in 2013. Since then he has had the honor to study with over a dozen Shuyukh, ranging from such esteemed places of knowledge such as the University of Madinah, Azhar University, Morocco, Pakistan, India, and Palestine. Imam Isa has been blessed to complete some ijaazaat in the Holy Qur’an, Arabic, Qira’aat, Tafsir, History, Aqeedah, and Tajweed.
His secular studies include: Psychology, Philosophy, Communications, English, Arts, Project Management Professionalism, and certifications in Mental Health. He has also worked with many masajid, schools, and Islamic organizations from Texas all the way to the east coast.
Imam Isa strives to make Islam practical and accessible for people of all ages to help them meet Allah with Him pleased with them.
Have More Questions?
Book a call here with our Academy Director to gain clarity on any questions or concerns you may have!
What Students Are Saying...
The companionship of others who not only took me in but treated me as family was very impactful overall on my iman.
- Musa, '22 Graduate
"VLA isn’t just a course that I took, it is the core framework I needed so that I can approach all my endeavors through 'tawheed coloured lenses'."
- Abdullah, '23 Graduate
"VLA taught me a systematic, structured approach to Islamic community work which helped me develop a stronger sense of purpose beyond just labeling everything under the same “Sake of Allah” umbrella"
- Abdul Rahman, '23 Graduate
"I learned that being a leader is a responsibility that I would have to be accountable for on Yawm-al-qiyamah and having access to this resource that taught me about prophetic leadership prepared me for situations where I might get called to lead"
- Maryam, '23 Graduate
Ustadh Isa’s classes on juxtaposing western intellectual history with the Aqeedah of Ahl us-Sunnah has completely transformed the way I perceive youth work & leadership. Not only that - it has broadened my perspective on the plights of young Muslims in the West, namely the Iman Crisis & the Identity Crisis, and allowed me to see the world entirely through the lens of Islam.
- Zohair, '22 Graduate
VLA is a must for any Muslim or Muslimah who is looking to understand the modern state of mind of the individual and the collective community, seeking to untie the faulty knots of modernity and western thought while retying the knots in Imaan and Ihsaan. The academy follows a simple yet profound model that allows for deep understanding of concepts, and encourages collaboration amongst life long Visionaries.
- Abdulahad, '22 Graduate
With this academy, one will come out with a newly renewed thought process of the world we live. If you are in a any position of leadership or want to improve the people and community around you, it is imperative that you learn about the ideologies that have influenced our ummah. VLA teaches you all aspects of the community we live in, from the underlying philosophy to the mismanagement of time.
- Mohammed, '22 Graduate
At first, I was a bit hesitant going into visionaries leadership academy, as I didn’t really know what to except nor had I taken any Islamic courses. It didn’t take long to realize this class was the answer and hope to my needs, not just in aspects of leadership, but also as a Muslimah, daughter, sister, student, and every role I play. Visionaries brought the practicality of Islam that I felt was lacking in my life in such a way that I had never learned before. It is through this perspective my confidence in my Islamic identity grew and my goal to be a source of spiritual remedy was cultivated.
- Noor, '22 Graduate
What You'll Receive When You Register:
Entire Course
Comprehensive 9-Month course that includes in-depth, live sessions with interactive discussions. The total length of the course is over forty hours.
Lifetime Access to the Online Learning Portal
You get LIFETIME access to all the course content. This means that you can progress through the course at your own pace. No rush. You can also go back and review lessons at anytime.
Ask Instructor Your Own Questions
As a student of a course, you have the accessibility to message your instructor directly to ask any questions you may have.
Course Group Chat
You can apply what you learn with your classmates and help each other grow as a lifelong cohort.
Office Hours
With Imam Isa to meet and discuss your progress and growth.
Teaching Assistants
To help guide you along the way.
Certificate of Completion or Mastery
Through a capstone project to exhibit what you have learned from the academy and how you will carry it forward.
Need More Information or Have Additional Questions?
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