PHILADELPHIA
CAMP – Past, Present and Future
Introduction:
Council for the Advancement of Muslim Professionals (CAMP), a not-for-profit organization, was formed in Chicago, IL in 1994. With a vision to provide a platform solely for Muslim professionals, CAMP initially concentrated on networking, sharing the experiences of professionals, and providing knowledge transfer within the community. Over a period of 14 years, CAMP has established over 18 chapters in the US and Canada. Currently, CAMP has a membership base of approximately 22,000 individuals.
CAMP members include highly educated and successful Muslim professionals from various backgrounds, focused on helping the community and making a difference in society. CAMP´s mission is to promote the development of Muslim professionals by enhancing their understanding of mainstream corporate culture and values, through interactive programs designed to help members develop professionally.
CAMP seeks to be recognized and respected as a premier council for Muslim professional development, and CAMP promotes Muslim unity by encouraging this development through educational, social and intellectual activities within an Islamic framework.
Objectives:
CAMP strives to meet the following objectives:- Cultivate leadership development and the professional growth of its members.
- Promote visibility for Muslims in their related professions and provide role models.
- Provide thought leadership.
- Encourage a broader presence and participation in civic life.
- Help bridge the “cultural difference” gap between Muslims and Non-Muslims.
- Promote a high standard of professional ethics.
- Perform humanitarian work, including fund raising for domestic and international charities.
CAMP is a well-known brand within the Muslim community, and in addition to providing benefits to Muslim professionals, has been a strong partner to other organizations, including Islamic Relief (IR), the Council on American-Islamic Relationship (CAIR), and the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), to name a few.
Type of Events:
Over the last 14 years, CAMP has organized various events across North America. Events that CAMP has organized include:- Speaker sessions with Muslim entrepreneurs
- Panel discussions with key industry leaders to discuss their experiences in mainstream business
- Career counseling and mentoring sessions
- Monthly power hours with discussions on a variety of topics to help members grow professionally
- Inter-faith seminars
- Fund-raising dinners for various causes
- Book clubs, networking nights, dinners, etc.
CAMP is an organization for tomorrow´s leaders. With an ever increasing membership base of professionals from various industries and sectors, CAMP has established itself as a premier professionals´ organization within the Muslim community.
Join CAMP Philadelphia Mailing List:
Send an email to CAMP.Philadelphia@gmail.com with your full name, telephone number, organization, profession, and title.Upcoming Events
Past Events
2008 | June
2008 | May
2008 | March
2007 | July
CAMP Philadelphia White Water Rafting Excursion
7/21/07
CAMP Philadelphia Informal Networking Dinner
2007 | AUGUST
Islamic Relief Summer Concert featuring Sami Yusuf and Native Deen
8/18/07
CAMP Philadelphia 2nd Annual Gala
2007 | SEPTEMBER
CAMP & Islamic Relief 3rd Annual Ramadan Iftar Dinner
9/30/07
Humanitarian Day Philadelphia