LOCATION
One West Pratt Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
MEMORIAL DAY
WEEKEND
May 23 to May 25, 2026
ROOM: 343-344
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| Saturday | 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Rooms 343 and 344 | Includes breaks |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 5:45 PM | Rooms 343 and 344 | Includes breaks |
About MCNA YMj:
MCNA-YMj traces its roots back to the late 1990s, when it was established by ICNA Sisters.
Initially conceived as a small class for Muslim children in a New Jersey home, it began with just 20 to 30 young attendees. Over time, the initiative grew significantly, and today, we conduct in person sessions across 16 states, 65 cities, and over 100 chapters, with a remarkable team of 210 dedicated Mentors. Their tireless commitment is transforming the lives of 3,600 mentees, positively impacting both their personal growth and the betterment of their communities.
MCNA will be held in the Childcare Room.
Additionally, MCNA-YMj provides many online programs such as monthly Prime Time events, virtual halaqas, book clubs, YMj online institute,and Journey through Quran sessions during Ramadan.
Our Companion magazine gives young writers a platform to share their stories, poems, essays, recipes, riddles, and more. Alhumdolillah, the organization has flourished, providing valuable opportunities designed to promote learning, engagement, progress, and self-expression among Muslim children and enrichment of young Muslim minds. MCNA (Muslim Children of North America) caters to elementary school-aged children and YMj (Young Muslim Jr) caters to middle school-aged children typically between the ages of 10- 14 years old.
MCNA & YMj Motto: Believe. Learn. Lead
MISSION AND GOALS
Mission: To foster a spirit of community service, impart contemporary relevance to Islamic teachings, and instill Islamic values in Muslim children, inspiring them to become beneficial and conscientious future leaders who contribute positively to society and strive to please Allah.
Goal: MCNA-YMj is a pioneering national organization for children that focuses on educating and developing Muslim children in North America. It aims to prepare young Muslims to become future leaders. MCNA-YMj brings together Muslim children from diverse backgrounds to learn about Islam, address real-life issues, and support each other in living as committed young Muslims. Through weekly, biweekly, or monthly sessions, speech and essay competitions, book clubs, summer programs, outreach activities, and more, MCNA-YMj nurtures Muslim children, encouraging leadership skills, Islamic awareness, and community involvement. The students of MCNA-YMj aspire to be Muslims who strive to please Allah (swt), embody Islam in their lives, and contribute to a better society.
For more information visit our website: www.mcnaymj.org
MCNA-YMj Convention Programs
During the convention,MCNA-YMj organizes dedicated programming for middle school aged children, featuring renowned speakers from diverse backgrounds. Join us for an empowering series of sessions that ignite the soul, sharpen the mind, and uplift the heart. Rooted in Islamic wisdom and inspired by powerful Islamic role models, these sessions will guide you on a transformative path to unwavering confidence, resilient identity, and impactful leadership.
From building inner strength through faith to fostering a united and thriving Muslim community, each session is a stepping stone toward a future defined by courage, clarity, and conviction.
Come ready to reflect, grow, and lead — your journey begins here.
MCNA-YMj has also planned special sessions on Robotics, Quiz Competition, entertainment session, and MAD Science show. We look forward to seeing you there!
Reach MCNA-YMj:
To connect with us, simply find a chapter near you:
https://www.mcnaymj.com/findalocation/
MCNA YMJ Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for the latest updates on our upcoming programs. Don't forget to visit the MCNA YMj booth in the Bazar area for fun activities, games, and giveaways.
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YMj Schedule ICNA MAS Convention 2026 May 23-25 |
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YMj summit Theme: Walking the Prophetic Path |
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Saturday |
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Saturday 2:00-3:30 |
Transformative technologies |
2:00 -2:10 |
Quranic recitation & meaning |
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2:10-3:10 |
Robotics |
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3:10-3:30 |
YMj Intro |
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Saturday 3:30-5:00 |
Prophetic path |
3:35-4:10 |
Decisive Leadership and Action |
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4:15-5:00 |
Dawah in today's world |
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Saturday 6:00-7:30 |
Ripple Effect |
6:00-6:40 |
Spoken word |
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6:40 - 7:15 |
Your Path Matters
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Sunday |
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Sunday 11:30-1:00 |
Turning the Tide |
11:30-11:40 |
Quranic recitation & meaning |
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11:45-12:20 |
Be a change maker |
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12:25-12:55 |
My prophetic promise / youth in Islam |
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Sunday 2:00 - 3:30 |
Youth Leadership
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2:00-2:15 |
YM Intro |
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2:15-3:30 |
Jeopardy |
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Sunday 3:30-5:00 pm |
Shift Gears |
3:30-4:00 |
Ask the Speaker |
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4:00-4:45 |
"Spectacular Science:Fire and Ice" |
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YMj Jeopardy Competition
Get pumped for an awesome Jeopardy competition at the ICNA Convention! Register early to test your skills on MCNA-YMj's Companion Magazine and win prizes. Spots are limited.
