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Explore the American-Muslim experience through art, love and learning.

  • Wasat was conceived in 2012 by three American converts to Islam who wanted to create space for Seattle-area community members to connect, grow, and learn together. Many dreams and cups of coffee later, it is has grown into a vibrant community beloved by many and a resource for those exploring Islam.

  • Wasat is an Arabic word that can mean middle-way, just, and balanced. It’s used in the Quran to describe the community that we are intended to be. It is from this concept that we draw our inspiration.

    “And thus We have made you a wasata (middle way-just/balanced) ummah (community)...” Al-Baqarah 2:143

  • To build a balanced community through:

    • Art & Culture

    • Education & Spirituality

    • Love & Service

A Local Community, A Global Presence

Wasat was not just a series of events, it is a living, breathing reflection of our community.
We see friendships form, hearts soften, and people feel that they truly belong.

In 2025, Wasat successfully organized 340 events locally and online, reaching five continents, and nearly 8,000 online followers. We distributed over 1,500 meals, and our diverse programs spanned youth development, belonging, service, arts and cultural expression, and spiritual formation.

Together, we are making a difference.

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Upcoming Event: Spirit of Service with Shaykh Jamaal Diwan

Join us for a transformative weekend with visiting scholar Shaykh Jamaal Diwan as we explore the heart of community, connection, and spiritual etiquette. Hosted at Wasat in Seattle, the Spirit of Service gathering offers an intentional space to reflect on building meaningful local bonds, practicing sacred hospitality, and refining our spiritual relationship with the Divine.

Throughout the weekend, Shaykh Jamaal will lead four distinct sessions designed to inspire and ground our community. We begin on Friday with Jummah prayer and khutbah on brotherhood and sisterhood, followed by an evening workshop on The Art of Community. Saturday continues with sessions dedicated to Sacred Hospitality and Manners with Allah (Adab). Whether you join us for a single talk or the full weekend experience, these gatherings are crafted to foster deep learning, warm fellowship, and practical spiritual refinement.

All events are held at Wasat (2205 Rainier Ave S). Tickets start at $12 for individual pre-registered sessions, or $30 for a Full Weekend Pass covering all three public workshops. Pre-registration is encouraged, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds reach out to our team at info@wearewasat.org if financial support is needed.

Register here!

  • "Just wanted to share words of gratitude for the lecture that we had tonight. It really hit home to me and I feel others in this community as well. Some of us are converts without the support of our family and some of us are Muslims branching out of our familiar homes and some of us are both lol We’re all just trying to be responsible and successful adults in this society. We always say inshallah but then when we get positioned in a place of honor we think we’re not worthy of it and AH we are worthy of it because Allah swt put us there period. It was a beautiful reminder and it gave me the courage to have self confidence in myself to excel in all areas of what I do. Jzk for those kind words ♥️"

    — Amaya

  • "It was a very welcoming space and I look forward to attending next week. I feel very fortunate that such a class exists, as it’s extremely beneficial to new Muslims and those looking to reconnect with their faith. It was really nice to be able to ask questions at the end about things we’re dealing with, and with an imam who didn’t give judgmental but from a place of understanding and was extremely knowledgeable."

    — Warite

  • “This was the first Ramadan for me where I really felt like a part of the community. Usually it’s a kind of frustrating month of being hungry and a little lonely about it, and Eid is this day I don’t feel like I can be a part of. This year was the complete opposite.”

    — Dave

  • “I depend on Wasat being the community that meets my needs. I’ve met so many close friends who support my practice and consequently my spirituality.”

    - Aisha M

The Heart of Wasat:

    • Little Seekers Storytime sharing Muslim heritage and culture stories with families in partnership with Seattle Asian Art Museum

    • After-school youth program, held twice weekly for children ages 5-12

    • A specialized youth program at the Annual Retreat, including an exploration of arts and sound 

    Wasat empowers youth by centering social-emotional wellness and the arts, allowing the beauty of the Divine to guide their creative journeys toward a faith-filled life defined by mercy, self-discovery, and spiritual resilience.


    • Becoming Muslims Together cohorts supporting new Muslims

    • Annual Family Retreat reaching multi-generational families

    • Online Quran and Deep Sunnah classes attended by people globally

    • Hikes and Fitrah Outdoors programming deepening our relationship with the Divine through the outdoors

    Wasat has fostered environments of spiritual growth and development, empowering individuals through workshops, prayer sessions and time in nature that deepen their connection to faith and cultivate a sanctuary of mutual support and belonging. 

    • Authentic artistic expression for Muslims as musicians, artists, and thinkers, including a world mawlid featuring nasheeds in different languages rooted in varying heritages

    • Live performances and cultural showcases, including internationally renowned musician Raef of MiniMuslims

    • Cooking classes with local chefs, in partnership with Chef T and Safira of Masakan

    • Cross-cultural partnerships that bridge diverse communities, bringing khayal and Qawwali, a centuries-old vocal art practice, through the internationally acclaimed Saami Brothers hosted in partnership with Sama Seattle at Seattle Town Hall

    Wasat fosters creativity and joy and looking for the Divine through various artistic initiatives, enhancing cultural understanding and appreciation among diverse groups, while encouraging local talent to shine.

    • Urgent food support when SNAP benefits were cut, partnering with local organizations

    • Service to unhoused neighbors through direct action and advocacy

    • Advocacy alongside state representatives for policies supporting vulnerable communities, WA state funding for Islamophobia curriculum in partnership with CAIR WA

    • Support for Oregon's first Muslim third space, Bustan, helping nurture new community hub

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Wasat is an Arabic word that can mean middle-way, just, and balanced. It’s used in the Quran to describe the community that we are intended to be. It is from this concept that we draw our inspiration.