Faith First
Worship, knowledge and remembrance of Allah sit at the centre of our society. We help one another keep faith strong through the demands of student life.
About Edinburgh ISoc
Two decades of brotherhood, sisterhood and faith at the University of Edinburgh.
Our story
Uniting Muslims across Edinburgh since 2001
Founded in 2001, the University of Edinburgh Islamic Society has spent more than two decades supporting Muslim students spiritually, socially and academically. From a small group of students praying together between lectures, we have grown into one of the most active and beloved societies on campus, a genuine family for students arriving from every corner of the world.
We're committed to working hand-in-hand with other societies and communities across campus. At the heart of everything is our weekly socials, held every Tuesday at 5pm at the Chaplaincy, Potterrow, a warm, welcoming get-together that anchors our week and our community.
إِنَّمَا الْمُؤْمِنُونَ إِخْوَةٌ
“The believers are but brothers.”
Qur’an 49:10
What we stand for
Our values
Three principles guide everything we do as a society.
Inclusive Ummah
Every background, culture and level of practice is welcome. We are one ummah, and whoever you are, there is a place for you with us.
Service
From charity fundraisers to community volunteering, we strive to give back to Edinburgh and beyond with generosity and sincerity.
Your committee
The team behind Edinburgh ISoc
A dedicated student committee runs the society each year. Roles are filled by election at our Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Mohamad Nakash, President
Leads the society on an amānah of trust, sets the vision for the year, and represents Edinburgh ISoc to the University, EUSA and FOSIS.
Hamza Arshad, Brothers’ Vice-President
Supports the President and champions the brothers’ community across the society.
Tamara Moran, Sisters’ Vice-President
Supports the President and champions the sisters’ community across the society.
Layla El-Omar, Secretary
Coordinates the committee, and keeps our meetings, records and communications running smoothly.
Lucy Brazier, Treasurer
Manages the society’s budget and fundraising, ensuring every penny is spent transparently and wisely.
Fateema Patel, Events Manager
Plans and runs our calendar of events from start to finish, week in, week out.
Balquis A G Khan, Sisters’ Social Secretary
Organises the sisters’ socials and ensures every sister feels welcome and at home.
Sami Miah, Brothers’ Social Secretary
Organises the brothers’ socials and sport, and looks out for the wellbeing of the brothers.
Alesha Sarfraz, Head of Publicity
Leads how Edinburgh ISoc shows up online and around campus, from Instagram to posters.
Merve Serra Ünlü, Deputy Publicity Officer
Supports the Head of Publicity with content, design and day-to-day posting.
Abdulwahid Yaich El Yahyaoui, Deputy Publicity Officer
Supports the Head of Publicity with content, design and day-to-day posting.
Ayman Ahmed, Welfare & Charities Officer
Looks after the wellbeing of members and leads our fundraising and charity work.
Noor Hassanien, Head of Student & Global Affairs
Global affairs, solidarity statements, campus concerns.
Marwan Mohamed, Deputy Student & Global Affairs
Global affairs, solidarity statements, campus concerns.
Zara Rafiq, General Officer
Supports the committee wherever needed, helping events and socials run smoothly.
Monaf Ahad, General Officer
Supports the committee wherever needed, helping events and socials run smoothly.
Jakub Wiatrowski, General Officer
Supports the committee wherever needed, helping events and socials run smoothly.
Interested in joining the committee? Roles are elected at the AGM, get in touch to find out more.