Wasat

Meet Our Teachers:

Introducing Imam Adéyínká Mendes,

Imam Adéyínká Mendes serves as Wasat’s Senior Scholar and has been teaching the Islamic sciences and spiritual tradition for more than two decades. His studies have taken him across the Muslim world, including Syria, Mauritania, Morocco, Nigeria, and Senegal, where he learned from renowned scholars and spiritual masters. An author, translator, and community leader, Imam Mendes is dedicated to fostering spiritual growth, healing, and service in individuals, families, and communities.

And he will be joining us at our annual retreat! 🤲🏽

📍Sound View Camp and Retreat Center
Longbranch, WA

🗓️August 28-30, 2026

🎟️Tickets available @ wearewasat.org/retreat

Assalamu Alaikum, Dear Wasat Community,

We invite you to join us for Wasat’s Third Annual Family Retreat: Returning to Balance, taking place from August 28 – 30, 2026, at the scenic Sound View Camp in Longbranch, WA.

This weekend is designed as a peaceful sanctuary for our community to disconnect from modern digital distractions and return to the foundational beauty of our faith.

Why Your Presence Matters:

Sacred Company (Suhba): Enjoy beautiful, unhurried companionship and intergenerational bonding

Spiritual Grounding: Benefit from traditional halaqas, early morning Dhikr circles, and congregational prayers led by Imam Adéyínká Mendes and Dr Mazen Atassi.

Comfortable Lodging: Secure a Private Family Room for your household or join our gender-segregated lodges. All six meals are fully catered and halal.

Please note that Early Bird pricing is available until August 1st. We would be deeply honored to have your wisdom, prayers, and presence with us in the forest.

🎟️ View details and register here: www.wearewasat.org/retreat