Imam Kashif Abdul-Karim, a graduate of the University of Connecticut, embraced Islam in May 1986 under the guidance of national leader Imam W.D. Mohammed. He has studied extensively with various imams associated with Imam W.D. Mohammed’s leadership across the United States and with local scholars in the tradition of Prophet Muhammad. With a strong focus on Islamic education, Imam Kashif has served as an Islamic Studies Teacher, a Curriculum Coordinator for Islamic education departments, and an Islamic chaplain for the State of Connecticut, supporting families during times of grief and providing religious guidance. Additionally, he has had a diverse secular career in teaching, television, human services, and law enforcement. Imam Kashif Abdul-Karim is currently the resident imam of Muhammad Islamic Center of Greater Hartford, serving a diverse population from around the world. For a comprehensive biography, please visit his page: Imam Kashif Abdul-Karim.