Mission & Vision

MIST inspires high school students to collaborate and compete, develop creative skills, and learn from professionals, while educating them about Islam and Muslims.

We envision a vibrant community of creativity, knowledge, and mutual respect.

 

Our Values

KNOWLEDGE

We encourage learning across disciplines—including faith, arts, sciences, and humanities—and value curiosity, reflection, and the sharing of ideas.

INTEGRITY

We are guided by honesty, fairness, dignity, and accountability, drawing inspiration from Islamic traditions and ethical leadership.

EXCELLENCE

We strive to do more than what is required, supporting one another in growth, creativity, and the pursuit of high standards.

RESPECT

We encourage thoughtful dialogue, mutual understanding, and respect across differences in belief, background, and experience.

COMMUNITY

We foster sisterhood and brotherhood by bringing together diverse voices, building meaningful connections, and creating spaces for everyone.

JOY

We believe meaningful work should be energizing and fulfilling, and we celebrate the joy of learning, collaboration, and shared achievement.

 

Our Programming

  • MIST offers tournaments for high school students across the United States and Canada that promote self-discovery, creativity, and personal growth. Through a wide range of competitions, students build communication skills, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a deeper understanding of Islam and Muslim communities—while connecting with peers from diverse backgrounds.

  • Our programming is inspired by Islamic values and traditions, offering participants meaningful exposure to Muslim customs, ethics and practices without enforcing religious adherence. We foster an environment rooted in mutual respect, encouraging thoughtful dialogue and understanding across religious and philosophical differences.

  • MIST is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming space for all participants. We welcome individuals of every religion, race, color, gender, sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, national origin, ancestry, and socio-economic background.

 

KNOWLEDGE

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INTEGRITY

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EXCELLENCE

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FUN

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COMMUNITY

KNOWLEDGE ✦ INTEGRITY ✦ EXCELLENCE ✦ FUN ✦ COMMUNITY