Thank You Sheikh Jaffer Ladak - Reflecting on a Blessed Spring Residency at MY Foundation
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As the Spring 2026 Resident Alim Programme comes to a close, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Sheikh Jaffer Ladak for his time, dedication and service to our community over the past several months.
When we first announced the programme, our vision was simple: to provide our community with consistent access to an English-speaking scholar who could educate, inspire, guide and support people of all ages through regular engagement and meaningful connection.
Alhamdulillah, that vision became a reality.
Over the course of his residency, Sheikh Jaffer delivered an extensive programme of activities that touched every corner of community life. From the weekly Tafsīr series exploring Sūrah al-Nāziʿāt, to Thursday night reflections, Friday sermons, commemorative programmes, youth initiatives, educational workshops, consultations and community gatherings, his presence became an integral part of MY Foundation.
Hundreds of people attended programmes throughout the residency. Many benefited from the opportunity to ask questions, seek guidance, deepen their understanding of Islam and engage with contemporary issues through an Islamic lens.
The residency included:
Weekly Tafsīr sessions and Qur’anic study circles
Thursday evening programmes and reflections
Friday congregational programmes and sermons
Wilādah and Shahādah commemorations throughout the Islamic calendar
Dedicated youth engagement and mentoring opportunities
Book discussions and educational sessions
Personal consultations and one-to-one meetings
Community question-and-answer sessions
Workshops addressing practical challenges facing Muslims today
Support for families, young people and community members seeking religious guidance
Perhaps most importantly, the programme provided something that is difficult to measure: accessibility.
Having a scholar consistently present within the community allowed relationships to develop, questions to be asked, concerns to be discussed and meaningful connections to be formed over an extended period of time.
We have been deeply encouraged by the feedback received from community members who have shared how the programme strengthened their faith, increased their knowledge and helped them navigate personal and spiritual challenges.
On behalf of the Trustees, volunteers and wider MY Foundation community, we thank Sheikh Jaffer Ladak for his sincerity, commitment and service. We pray that Allah (swt) rewards him abundantly, grants him continued success in serving the Ahlul Bayt (a), and allows the impact of this work to continue benefiting our community for years to come.
Help Us Continue the Resident Alim Programme
Programmes of this scale are only possible through the generosity and support of our community.
The Resident Alim Programme has demonstrated the immense value of providing consistent scholarly support, education and pastoral care within Manchester. We are committed to building upon this success and ensuring that similar opportunities remain available for our community in the future.
If you have benefited from the programme, attended a lecture, participated in a class, sought guidance, or simply believe in the importance of accessible Islamic scholarship, we invite you to support this initiative.
Every contribution, regardless of size, helps us continue investing in education, youth development, family support and community growth.
If Sheikh Jaffer’s residency has benefited you, your family, or your children, please consider helping us sustain and expand this service for the future.
Donate today:
Together, we can help ensure that future generations continue to benefit from regular access to knowledgeable, approachable and inspiring scholars within our community.
May Allah (swt) accept from all those who contributed towards making this programme possible.
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