In a similar manner, the Holy Bible (Gospel of Barnabas) gives glad tidings of the coming of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is also mentioned by name in the Song of Soloman. It is also part of authentic Islamic tradition that when the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was being born to Mother Aminah (may God be well pleased with her), Mother Mary (peace be upon her) was sent as a nursemaid. This Conference is jointly dedicated to the revered mother of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): Mother Aminah (may God be well pleased with her).

Islam arrived in Arabia over 1400 years ago at a time when it was steeped in the depths of oppression and shackles of abuse, especially of women. Baby girls were buried alive; women were treated like property with no inherent rights and considered second class citizens. However with the advent of Islam, women’s safety, dignity and inherent rights to their property and name were not just restored via the Holy Quran and the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), but women were given the honor of being the “committed and equal partners of men” in their service to God Almighty. Created from a single soul the Holy Quran stresses the spiritual equality & potential of men and women. However, unfortunately Muslims today have become distant from the essential teachings of Islam as a result of which the Muslim world is found to be in much disarray in general and for women in particular.

The world today is the victim of much stereotyping vis-à-vis Islam, especially in the context of women’s rights and roles. Through its Annual Women's Conferences, IECRC intends to break these stereotypes by bringing to light the shining female luminaries of the Islamic intellectual and spiritual tradition. The contributions of these great women are immense and warrant attention in the modern age as a source of inspiration, guidance, and healing to women both within and outside the fold of the Islamic faith and practice.

Join us for an evening of learning, spirituality, friendship, community building, and seeking common ground. Women of all faiths are welcome. (Sorry, no childcare is available due to lack of resources. We do apologize for this inconvenience.)