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Platform D[M]V 2011

The 11th edition of the annual Platform program was held in the DMV area (DC, Maryland, Virginia) from December 23-27, 2011. The event was attended by over 800 delegates and included several lectures, a Quran competition, Islamic Jeopardy competition, sporting events, and tours of the Washington DC area. The 12th edition is scheduled for December 22-26, 2012 in Minnesota.

Overview

Overview of the Platform 2011 Program in Baltimore, MD in December 2011. Over 800 delegates participated in lectures, Qur'an and Islamic Jeopardy competitions, sporting and outdoor activities, and numerous opportunities for social interaction.

Lectures

Dr. Abubakr Ali-Agan, Professor at the University of Ilorin, Nigeria delivered a lecture about the Purpose of Creation. He included a story about a person who died while reciting Surah Yaasin.
Imam AbdurRahman Yaki, Imam of the Islamic Center of the Capital District, Albany NY delivered a lecture about the situation of Isa (Jesus) and Maryam (Mary), Peace be Upon them Both.
Dr. Musodiq Layemo, an Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology specialist, delivered a lecture about the expectations from our youth. He referred to the wrong attitude of some Muslims to contemporary issues.
Prof. Yushau Sodiq, Associate Professor of Islamic and Religious studies at Texas Christian University, delivered a lecture about the significance of Salatul Fajr and Isha.
Alhaj (Dr.) Abdul Lateef Adegbite, Secretary General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, delivered a keynote speech on the Nigerian situation and the way out.