Rayhaan is a group of Wellington Muslims dedicated to the peaceful development of Sacred Islamic Knowledge within the Wellington region and the wider community, to encourage self-improvement and the informed incorporation of Islamic goals and principles in every aspect of our lives. Our aim is to introduce activities and services that encourage Islamic learning, positive social events and community participation.  We also provide support and learning opportunities for those new to Islam and for those who simply would like to strengthen their Deen. We work closely with Al Ghazzali Centre and Imam Afroz Ali in Sydney, Rasheed Memorial Dawah Trust in Auckland and the Nawawi Centre in Christchurch to bring about these objectives.

At present, our Academy runs the Al-Ghazzali Centre's Distance Learning Programme and we are working on established, tried and tested projects that have been successful in similarly diverse communities such as ours.

Knowledge Retreat 2011 - Journey to Allah

Al Ghazzali Centre has just opened registrations for their annual Knowledge Retreat which will be held over Easter 2011 in Melbourne, Australia. Spiritual retreats like this are run throughout the western world and are highly beneficial to everyone who attends.

To be held over 5 nights and 4 days at Rutherford Park Country Retreat in Victoria, Australia, between the 21st to 26th April, be inspired with the knowledge shared by three internationally recognised Scholars and journey to nearness with Allah. Everyday, practice Arabic calligraphy with a Master Calligrapher and every evening, relax and reflect with Qasidas under the southern stars with amongst the best reciters. Find out more about the upcoming knowledge retreat.