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Mufti Samir Wahid

Islam Expert

Mufti Samir Wahid is an Islam expert and Imam based in Atlanta, Georgia. Around the age of 14, Mufti Samir memorized the entire Quran. He then enrolled in an 8-year course to earn a degree in Islamic Studies, graduating from the Alim Course in 2012 from Darul Uloom Canada. He then went on to study Iftaa at Darul Uloom Canada. In 2014, he returned to Atlanta after school and founded the Najam Institute, which has served as a school and resource to the community for over 10 years. Mufti Samir is currently the CEO of the Islamic Institute of Atlanta, Najam Institute, Darul Arqam Institute, and Al Furqan Academy.

Education

  • Advanced Study of Jurisprudence - Darul Uloom Canada

Professional Achievements

  • Launched several widely followed video series through Najam Institute, including “Do You Know Him ﷺ,” “Scattered Pearls,” and an ongoing Tafseer of Surah Kahf
  • Hosts “Heavenly Whispers: Dua a Day”, a reflective YouTube series that promotes spiritual growth through daily supplications
  • Has over 100k+ Instagram followers, 20K+ TikTok followers, 200+ hours of content on YouTube, becoming well known for his popular Q&A sessions, answering 5000+ questions since Oct. 2022
  • Collaborates with influencers and content creators to show that Islam is relevant, approachable, and empowering for youth in all walks of life
  • Founded and scaled multiple faith-based educational institutions and programs
  • Gives daily congregational prayers and weekly nighttime Islamic lectures and leads biweekly Youth & Family Nights, with an average attendance of 80–150 participants

Certifications & Organizations

  • Iftaa Certificate – Advanced Study of Islamic Jurisprudence, Darul Uloom Canada (2014)
  • Alimiyyah Degree – Bachelor in Islamic Sciences, Darul Uloom Canada (2012)
  • Founder & CEO – Najam Institute Foundation
  • CEO – Al Furqan Academy
  • CEO & Resident Scholar – Darul Arqam Institute
  • Director & CEO – Islamic Institute of Atlanta

Favorite Piece of Advice

You were created with purpose by Allah (SWT), don't let fear or failure make you forget that. Keep showing up, keep striving, and trust that every effort you make, no matter how small, is seen by Him (SWT) and is building something greater than you can imagine.

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