The Islamic Center of Long Island (ICLI) is a religious, educational, community institution catering to the spiritual, educational, social and cultural aspirations of a growing Muslim and non-Muslim community. The Center reflects the diversity of the Muslim ummah. Its activities are organized under the Islamic principle that learning is a lifelong process for men and women and is best accomplished in an environment of freedom and openness. Allah commands in the Qur’an: “Read! In the name of thy Lord and Cherisher.” 96:1, and Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him said: “Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave.” ICLI provides a forum for an open exchange of diverse viewpoints of Islamic way of life and different schools of thought.