Why Muslims Are Leaving the Masjid and How Dr. Jihad Turk Brought Them Back
Dr. Jihad Turk shares his personal journey from a disconnected Muslim teen in Arizona to becoming a community builder in California. He addresses why Muslims weren’t coming to the masjid and built a movement to bring them back. Covers his spiritual search, studying in Medina, facing harsh masjid culture upon return, discovering the gap between Muslims at parties vs. the masjid, creating Amila as a “third space,” and 20 years of learning and activism. Essential for masjid founders, board members, and community leaders.
Episode 5
37:59
Watch on YouTube
July 10, 2025