Wasat Community

Mission

Wasat’s mission is to create space to connect people and explore the American-Muslim experience through art, love, and learning. 

Vision

To build a balanced community through:

• Arts & Culture
• Education & Spirituality
• Love & Service

History

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