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Kawthar Learning Circle – Youth Program
Seeking knowledge is a journey, and the Kawthar Learning Circle Youth Program is one station on your path to learning more about Allah (swt) and Islam.
Program Overview
The Youth Program is an ENGLISH web-based educational platform which is:
- Designed for Muslimahs aged 14 to 21
- Comprised of four learning streams: 101, 201, 301, Honours
- Active from September to June
- Promotes knowledge in a culturally diverse setting
- Includes independent study, weekly discussions, spiritual challenges, and live webinars with Shaykh Shomali
- Community-based, including social wilayah gatherings with the KLC community
The Learning Environment
Mubahatha (discussion sessions) support student development by:
- Enhancing comprehension of study materials
- Improving communication and listening skills
- Assisting proper inquiry and response
- Supporting memorization
Social Wilayah
Social Wilayah is the soul of Islam, encouraging believers to treat one another as family. Relationships are built on communication with dignity, respect, and honour.
Istiqamah
Istiqamah (uprightness, steadfastness, perseverance) is essential for success. Challenges may arise, but istiqamah ensures perseverance.
Expectations
- A sincere desire to understand Allah (swt) and Islam
- A determination to commit to the program and attendance
- An openness to engage with peers in a trusting circle
- A willingness to manage time well
- An interest to be challenged and embark on self-discovery
Please note: New attendance and participation standards will be shared during the first mubahatha session.
YTG Track Descriptions
| Track | Prerequisite | Descriptions and Assessments |
|---|---|---|
| YTG 101 | None | The 101 stream provides introductory lessons and discussions on Self-Knowledge and capacity of the human soul and intellect, which is complemented by a reading of a novel of the same subject. The student will be guided through the arguments to prove the existence of God, then lessons on knowing Allah (swt) and Prophet Muhammad (saaw), and then will delve into the indicators of piety and conclude with lessons on salat (prayer). Assessments: A minimum of two per year. |
| YTG 201 | YTG 101 | The 201 track takes the student through the origins, the faith, and the practices of Shi’a Islam with the intention of revisiting the fundamental and the core beliefs. The lessons will then focus on a topic related to the understanding of the Qur’an and its various elements including its origin, its form, its collection and its preservation. The students will engage in the reading of a novel, which will cover several lessons and conclude the year with a particular discussion on self-development. Assessments: Minimum two/year. |
| YTG 301 | YTG 201 | The 301 track initiates with a few sessions related to Imamah, then examines Imam Mahdi (as) within Islamic scholarship. The program will then focus on colonialism and its impact, particularly on Islamic education. A corresponding thematic novel about the life of a contemporary scholar will be read and discussed. The program year will conclude with a segment on the characteristics of followership and Islamic eschatology. Assessments: Reflection assignments or exams. |
| Honours | YTG 301 | The Honours program is intended for those students who have expressed an interest in furthering their studies within the YTG program. This track seeks to offer the students an introduction to the concept of life in the Qur'an, then they will review different contemporary issues related to women in Islam. Thereafter, opportunities and spaces for Qur’anic reflections on women, to studying the lives of the Ahlul Bayt (as) and the female historical presence within Islamic history will be addressed. Assessments: Focused mubahatha, short assignments, exams, or a synthesis project. |
Admissions
Applications are reviewed upon submission. Accepted students will be contacted by an Admin and assigned to a coordinator who will confirm the start date and integrate them into a mubahatha group. The Admin team may deem it necessary to interview candidates prior to acceptance.
We look forward to welcoming all students for the 2026–2027 year!
Communications
All messages of acceptance and program communications will be sent from:
klcyouthgroup50@gmail.com
Please add this email to your contacts.
TO APPLY FOR THE 2026 - 2027 YTB PROGRAM, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM AND CLICK ON THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON. **REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON JUNE 30TH AND WILL CLOSE ON AUGUST 30TH, 2026**
Youth Track Boys Program (YTB)
The Youth Track Boys program provides Muslim male youths (ages 14–21) with a nurturing space, trustworthy mentors, and guidance towards reclaiming dignity and responsibility as Muslim men.
It helps young men grow into strong, pious, balanced, and dependable Muslims, guided by the nine core values of the Kawthar Learning Circle (KLC).
Graduates develop the conviction that true humanity and manhood are actualized through the sincere and constant pursuit of godly knowledge, under authentic teachers and in the company of truthful friends.
Program Tracks:
- YTB101
- YTB201
- YTB 301
- YTB Honors
The Learning Environment
Mubahatha (discussion sessions) support student development by:
- Enhancing comprehension of study materials
- Improving communication and listening skills
- Assisting proper inquiry and response
- Supporting memorization
Social Wilayah
Social Wilayah is the soul of Islam, encouraging believers to treat one another as family. Relationships are built on communication with dignity, respect, and honour.
Istiqamah
Istiqamah (uprightness, steadfastness, perseverance) is essential for success. Challenges may arise, but istiqamah ensures perseverance.
Expectations
- A sincere desire to understand Allah (swt) and Islam
- A determination to commit to the program and attendance
- An openness to engage with peers in a trusting circle
- A willingness to manage time well
- An interest to be challenged and embark on self-discovery
Program Opportunities
During the KLC YTB program, students will have the opportunity to:
- Think, express, and discuss real-life questions and challenges with mentors and friends
- Develop mastery over time, habits, and personal goals
- Deepen their understanding of themselves, their Creator, and their ultimate destination
- Engage in hands-on projects with a team of supportive mentors and peers
Please note: New attendance and participation standards will be shared during the first mubahatha session.
Core Teachings
Teachings are drawn from the works of Sh. Mohammad Ali Shomali and other scholars, including:
- Self-Knowledge
- Self-Development
- Lessons on Islamic Beliefs
- Lessons on Islamic Morals
- Understanding the Qur’an
- Islamic Belief System (supervised)
- Islamic Plan for Life (supervised)
- Divine Justice (by Sh. Murtada Mutahhari)
Eligibility
Students younger than 18 may remain in the YTB until they turn 18. Those aged 18–21 may continue in the program until 21 if they choose.
Success is measured by preparing students to engage in the KLC IF program or other reliable and structured learning platforms — including seminarial studies.
Enrollment Criteria
- Shia Muslim male youths aged 14–21
- Reference from a scholar (asset)
- Reference from a KLC student (asset)
- Reference from parents (asset)
Admissions
Applications are reviewed upon submission. Accepted students will be contacted by an Admin and assigned to a coordinator who will confirm the start date and integrate them into a mubahatha group. The Admin team may deem it necessary to interview candidates prior to acceptance.
We look forward to welcoming all students for the 2026–2027 year!
Communications
All messages of acceptance and program communications will be sent from:
klcyouthbrothers@gmail.com
Please add this email to your contacts.