Vision

The Finnish Islamic Foundation is a sustainable umbrella organization seeking to provide sustainable religious and cultural infrastructure for Muslims throughout Finland. It serves Muslims by facilitating the dignified practice of their rituals within a balanced environment that respects Islamic values and local laws.

Objectives

Mosques

  • Purchasing Mosques and Islamic Centres

    Acquiring suitable buildings or land for establishing mosques and centres that serve Muslims.

  • Operating and Managing Mosques

    Ensuring the provision of imams, teachers, and educational and outreach programs that meet the needs of the local Muslim community.

  • Maintaining and Developing Mosques

    Funding maintenance, expansion, and renovation works for mosques in line with European and societal standards.

  • Achieving Financial Sustainability for Mosques

    Establishing permanent foundation resources to cover operational and maintenance expenses without complete reliance on donations.

Islamic Cemeteries

  • Providing Land for Islamic Cemeteries

    Purchasing or allocating land for establishing Islamic cemeteries compliant with Islamic burial rulings.

  • Managing Cemeteries and Burial Services

    Creating an organized administrative system to manage burial processes, in coordination with official authorities in the country.

  • Supporting Needy Families

    Providing free or subsidized burial services for poor families, especially in cases of sudden death or absence of relatives.

  • Awareness and Legal Coordination

    Communicating with municipalities and legal authorities to ensure Muslims' rights to proper Islamic burial and raising community awareness of their rights.

Partnerships & Integration

  • Building Partnerships with Local Entities

    Cooperating with municipalities, civil society organizations, and other religious institutions to ensure mutual support and understanding.

  • Enhancing Community Cohesion

    Using mosques and centres as hubs for positive communication with neighbours and the wider community through open events, dialogue, and assistance.

  • Empowering Muslim Communities

    Promoting Muslim participation in foundation work through donation, volunteering, and suggestions, to ensure their sense of ownership and responsibility.