Here are testimonials from past attendees of the Bridges Foundation’s “How to Present Islam” workshops.  What are you waiting for?  Register now.

“A journey that brings you out of this day-to-day life into a world that’s so full of beauty that you’ll forget all about what’s “outside” and you’ll fall in love with Islam all over again.  I feel Allah’s grace and love and come to fully comprehend the marvels and blessings of His way every time I step into that hall.  And by the third day as I’m leaving, the bitter-sweet sense of longing hits!  And I’m already missing the utterly amazing and blessed company.  Yet, beneath the remembrance lies an almost tangible feeling of empowerment that pushes me to present my deen.  Not just lovingly but confidently as well.  The entire experience is simply uplifting in ways that go way deep within as well as without.  If Allah blesses you with it, you’ll feel part of something much bigger…much much bigger ”A.Z.

“I didn’t realize how great it was to attend until I literally felt that attending Bridges Foundation workshops was Allah’s embodied love for all who attended.  It’s not only about education and peace but also about understanding the core of Islam and how it’s incredible to be a Muslim” M.O.

“With all the bad representations of Islam nowadays and all the people who commit awful crimes in the name of our beautiful religion, you just want to shout out to the world and say “Hey, THIS IS NOT ISLAM and THIS IS NOT ME!”.  But I always asked myself: “How?”.  That was until I attended the Bridges workshops.  They gave me a chance to play a role in changing the image of Islam which has become hugely distorted all around the world. These workshops were truly the highlight of my year and I consider them a blessing Elhamdulilah” F.F.

“To know the best way to talk about Islam and in the most effective way without offending someone else.  To answer questions about Islam that were always on your mind. ”A.B.

“Bridges workshops got me more into the very deep core of the message of Islam and its priorities.  They helped me understand the logic behind many legislations in Islam to the extent that now I feel eager to be asked about my religion! .  The workshops backed me with good knowledge, good logic and thus confidence.  I was impressed by the moderate way of thinking adopted as well as the youthful and cultured spirit of the whole team.” D.M.

“Level 1 and 2 gave me the true way and showed me how to understand my deen in a deep and logical way” R.H.

“When I heard about the workshops, I thought ‘It’s not worth it’ or ‘Why would I attend such a workshop?’ and I ignored them at the beginning.  Then I started to think again and I realized that maybe this place is the place that I was in search of for years.  A place that attracts Muslims from everywhere and tries to make the fog lift (as the name of the first video suggests.  And after attending, these workshops made me feel that there is still hope and I thanked ALLAH that I was chosen to attend such a workshop and from that moment, I decided that I’d do my best to be with those people and to help the idea to spread” M.F.

“After I attended Level 1 & 2, I realized that I never knew how amazing my religion was until then.  Being able to refute all misconceptions that had ever crossed my mind and providing me with a great infrastructure for introducing my religion to others.  It was really great!” M.S.

“Attending the workshops increased my knowledge about my religion.  They gave me confidence that I am on the right path and the encouragement to spread the true image of Islam as well as gave me the happiness that I found with great company (“Al so7bah Al Sali7ah”).  It gave me the hope that this religion will very soon become respected by the whole world. Bridges foundation changed my life” A.M.

“BRIDGES workshops revealed to me the other face of the coin about the meaning of the word “JIHAD”.  Starting with jihad on ourselves (“jihad el nafs”) just for the sake of being a good representative of Islam and knowing how to present Islam correctly.  From the outfit, to the attitude and lifestyle, jihad on changing peoples’ idea about Islam & defeating misconceptions which are RAPIDLY growing nowadays.  Firstly, by gaining the true knowledge of Islam then learning on developing our debating & convincing abilities, BRIDGES WORKSHOPS  are a step on the TRUE path “ Y.H.

“In order to effectively defend Islam and show its right image, we must understand our religion and increase our knowledge.  Bridges workshops will not only teach you how to deal with the allegations against Islam but will also teach you how to practice Islam and change the wrong image given by ignorant people whom may be Muslims who practice Islam incorrectly.  I’m encouraging every Muslim who really wants to make a difference and show that Islam is a fair, tolerant and peaceful religion to attend these beneficial and amazing workshops.” N.K.

“Bridging to other minds is easy but only when you know the appropriate tools to build the bridge and the way to cross it.  Bridges Foundation always motivates me on having a peaceful giving life for Islam and to keep on clearing the image as a POSITIVE presentable Muslim.  It is a Great blessing”. S.E.

“Do you how it feels when you see a man and he instantly becomes your role model?  When you meet a group of volunteers and you instantly click with them?  When all your life, you have some questions regarding your faith and you head to this place where you’re proudly reassured and instantly comforted?  When you try to think of your best memories and you find the days of the workshops instantly flashing into your mind? When you stay up till midnight in a conference room not wanting to go back home?  This is what I INSTANTLY feel when someone mentions the name BRIDGES”. N.Hd.

‎”Everything in this life is a choice… it could be a choice for the better…or a choice for the worst. If you are a Muslim who is fed up with everything that’s going on in this world.  If you are a Muslim who is tired of all the lies being spread about Islam. If you really want to make a difference & fulfill your responsibility then now is the time to act.  It’s time to stand up, acquire knowledge & use it to make a difference.  And I can only think of one place to get that knowledge from and that’s Bridges Workshops.  It was literally the best choice I’ve ever made in my life.”; N.S.

“In a world where non-Muslims (and even some Muslims) have a real lack of understanding of the true teachings of Islam, we have no option but to learn the TRUE ISLAM and how to refute all those misconceptions.”; A.G.

“I always learn something new in every workshop I attend even if I have attended it before and I always meet new and inspiring people who motivate me to do better in the future”; I.S.

“Attending the Bridges workshops was a life changing experience.  Now when I talk about religion, people actually listen and show interest.   A non-Muslim once told me “You positively changed after attending those workshops.  What do they teach you in them?!” ”;A.T.

“These workshops give us the chance to do something for Islam by teaching us how to present Islam properly.  They help Muslims to better understand their religion & refute doubts that could be sown in the hearts of Muslims and misconceptions that are spread by those who attack Islam and want to damage its reputation.”; W.H.

“Bridges is more of a social network than an organization =)  It connects people from different cultures & backgrounds.  There I was introduced to the true meaning of good companionship & I’ve been convinced that you can be Muslim by birth yet proud by choice.”; M.K.

“It changed my way of thinking about Islam; I became more proud of being a Muslim. Every time I meet my non-Muslim friends, I get the feeling that Allah has gifted me. No matter what they ask, I would be “proudly” able to answer.”; Al.K

“It simply caused a paradigm shift in my life. I learnt from these workshops that practicing Islam is much more important than inheriting it.”; M.Az.

“As a generation living in the era of mass media where the truth is intentionally & unintentionally distorted.  Where misconceptions are spreading everyday to the point that they have constituted the worst ever image about Islam causing it to become the most misunderstood religion.  Bridges helps you fulfill your part of the responsibility through becoming more aware, presentable & practicing because being a Muslim is not just a status… it’s a way of life!”; S.R.

Even though, by the grace of Allah, I had already learnt a lot over the years through self-taught methods by reading books or texts written by people such as Ahmed Deedat, I still learnt A HUGE AMOUNT in the Bridges Workshops.  You may think that you don’t need it but, trust me, you do.  I would say that my knowledge of Islam at least doubled by attending the workshops especially in refuting misconceptions.  You will be surprised how much you can learn in a matter of a few days.  Since then, I have had the honor of working with the Bridges Foundation in improving people’s perception of Islam.  What better work is there? A.G