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Community & Youth • May 1, 2026

DCA Supports UMD Muslim Students’ Association

The Diyanet Center of America joined the University of Maryland Muslim Students’ Association Fundraising Dinner on May 1 and contributed to support their programs and future initiatives.

Investing in youth is investing in our future. DCA remains committed to increasing engagement with Muslim students and supporting Muslim campus communities across the DMV area.


The evening was attended by Executive Director Ahmet Salih Bayraktar, Muhtadeen Department Head Loqman Crowley, Imam Ismail Koca, Research & Outreach Coordinator Yılmaz Acar, and other members of the Diyanet community.


In his remarks, Mr. Bayraktar emphasized the importance of supporting Muslim students and reaffirmed DCA’s commitment to expanding its engagement with student organizations and continuing to invest in the spiritual, intellectual, and social development of Muslim youth throughout the region.