Younger Youth: Middle Schoolers Program

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Dec 25, 2024 MST (UTC-7)
Time
Session/Topic
Speakers
Room
08:00pm - 08:30pm

Youth Orientation (ALL Youth)

Join us as we kickstart our program!

Older Youth: High School - Early College

Younger Youth: Middle School

 

Youth Got Talent Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/Vfhx3K3uF42XG2Pf6 

Art Gallery Submission: https://forms.gle/J2J3ZWD3k6P8C17B6

Youth Team
Highland 2
08:30pm - 10:00pm

Hot Chocolate Hangout (ALL Girls / ALL Boys)

Come get some hot chocolate while you catch up with old friends and meet new ones too!

Youth Team
Sunset / Sunrise
Dec 26, 2024 MST (UTC-7)
Time
Session/Topic
Speakers
Room
08:00am - 10:00pm

CULTURE DAY

Wear your batik and sport your kuffiyehs!

08:30am - 09:30am

KopiKita (ALL)

Buy and enjoy a variety of freshly made coffee and drinks! Who doesn't love a fun little drink and relaxing with friends?

Youth Team
Bazaar
09:30am - 10:30am

Not Your Typical Muslim-American: Southeast-Asian Identity (Younger Youth)

Through interactive activities and scenario-based exercises, we will reflect on their identity as a "minority within minorities," address stereotypes and misconceptions, and respond to the pressures of being Muslim and Indonesian/Malaysian in America. This session fosters understanding, resilience, and pride in a multifaceted identity.

Sr. Artisia Susanto + Imam Honest Qashidi
Courtroom O
10:45am - 12:00pm

With Great Faith Comes Great Power: The Olympics (Younger Youth)

This session empowers the youth to remain steadfast in tough times by strengthening their faith and drawing inspiration from courageous Muslim figures like Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, and the Palestinian figures. Through an interactive activities, participants will explore traits like bravery, trust in Allah, and resilience. Reflect on Iman, Tawakkul, and learning how faith fuels strength in an unjust world.

Fadli Muchtar + Hana Utama
Courtroom O
02:00pm - 03:00pm

Setting Sail: Using Your Moral Compass (Younger Youth)

This session guides youth through the transitions of growing older, exploring responsibilities, identity, and navigating life’s changes. Through a “coming of age” discussion, participants will reflect on intentions, purpose, and handling challenges. We will emphasize resilience and understanding one’s morals while navigating life’s evolving currents as youth.

Ustadz Yusuf Masud
Courtroom O
03:15pm - 04:00pm

KopiKita (ALL)

Buy and enjoy a variety of freshly made coffee and drinks! Who doesn't love a fun little drink and relaxing with friends?

Youth Team
Bazaar
04:00pm - 05:20pm

Faith Over Fame: An Evening with Ex-Pro NFL Player Hamza Abdullah (ALL Youth)

This session explores how Islamic values guide decisions and lifestyle, the importance of humility amidst the pressures of fame, and the role of community and brotherhood in staying grounded. Gain valuable lessons on balancing personal ambition with religious obligations and standing firm in your beliefs, offering inspiration for young Muslims striving to maintain their faith in every endeavor.

Br. Hamza Abdullah
Highland 1
08:00pm - 10:00pm

Culture Night (ALL Girls / ALL Boys)

After Isha comes in and the sky turns dark

Muktamar youth shall make their mark.

Tonight we'll have fun and play our games.

And take pride in our culture, all the same.

Youth Team
Highland 1 / Highland 2
Dec 27, 2024 MST (UTC-7)
Time
Session/Topic
Speakers
Room
08:30am - 09:30am

KopiKita (ALL)

Buy and enjoy a variety of freshly made coffee and drinks! Who doesn't love a fun little drink and relaxing with friends?

Youth Team
Bazaar
09:30am - 10:30am

Can Islam Be Fun? (Younger Youth)

This session highlights the joy and richness of Islam, showing that faith and fun can coexist. Participants will explore ways to enjoy life in the West while staying true to their deen, balancing fun in the dunya without succumbing to it. Topics include celebrating uniquely as Muslims and finding joy in reconnecting with faith amidst modern challenges.

Hafidz Ifdal Yusuf
Courtroom O
10:45am - 12:00pm

Reflect & Connect (Younger Youth)

This session emphasizes the power of Dua and its importance, encouraging middle schoolers to incorporate it into their lives early. Participants will learn what Dua is, how to make it, and explore examples. The session also introduces the life of Muslim inmates, raising awareness about their struggles and ways to support them. Activities include writing Duas and letters to incarcerated Muslim brothers and sisters.

Chaplain Muhammad Zaki
Courtroom O
02:15pm - 03:15pm

Brain Rot: Time is TikTok-ing Away (Younger Youth)

This session explores the value of time and its limited nature, focusing on the benefits and harms of social media and the web. Discussions include how overstimulation caters to the nafs, the impact of being chronically online, and strategies to disconnect and reconnect with faith, family, and nature.

Ustadz Yusuf Masud
Courtroom O
03:15pm - 04:00pm

KopiKita (ALL)

Buy and enjoy a variety of freshly made coffee and drinks! Who doesn't love a fun little drink and relaxing with friends?

Youth Team
Bazaar
04:00pm - 05:20pm

Brain Nourishment: Touching Grass

This session features engaging activities like team trivia, incorporating themes from past lectures and events, and an interactive group game. The program concludes with a prize giveaway, final reflections, and a group photo to celebrate the experience.

Younger Youth Team
Courtroom O
08:00pm - 09:00pm

Middle School Farewell (Younger Youth)

This session features engaging activities like team trivia, incorporating themes from past lectures and events, and an interactive group game. The program concludes with a prize giveaway, final reflections, and a group photo to celebrate the experience.

Younger Youth Team
Courtroom O
09:30pm - 10:45pm

Girls Night In (ALL Girls)

It's Girls Night In and we'll dance til we drop.

We'll craft and take pictures til it's time to stop.

Bracelets and necklaces are things we'll make.

And we'll sing karaoke during this much needed break :D

Youth Team
Highland 2

Boys Game Night (ALL Boys)

Under the Muktamar moonlight, we all love to play.

Soccer and football and sarung race. 

So tonight we shall play, with our brothers in arms.

We shall game and have fun; have heart to hearts.

Youth Team
Musholla, Courtroom O & P
Dec 28, 2024 MST (UTC-7)
Time
Session/Topic
Speakers
Room
03:00pm - 04:00pm

KopiKita (ALL)

Buy and enjoy a variety of freshly made coffee and drinks! Who doesn't love a fun little drink and relaxing with friends?

Youth Team
Bazaar
04:00pm - 06:30pm

Youth Farewell Event / YGT (ALL Youth)

We're young and we're brave with hearts of fire.

Talent bursts at our seams; we impress, we inspire.

But if it's not quite your time, there's no need to be blue.

There's honor and fun in just watching too :D

Youth Got Talent Sign-Up: https://forms.gle/Vfhx3K3uF42XG2Pf6 

Art Gallery Submission: https://forms.gle/J2J3ZWD3k6P8C17B6

Highland 1-2