Research. Build. Launch.
A mini accelerator that investigates topics vital to the Muslim cause — then turns that research into real projects and initiatives.
Who are we
We are a mini accelerator ran out of Ihsan Initiatives. Our purpose is to design, launch, and relentlessly grow what we call smart projects: initiatives grounded in research on topics we deem vital to the Muslim cause.
Every project starts with a question worth investigating. We do the research, build a thesis, and then ship something real — a product, a community program, an educational series, a creative initiative, or a tool that our community can use and grow.
Traditional think tanks publish papers that sit on shelves. We publish research that becomes projects. The Ihsan Initiatives community gives us something most research hubs don't have: a built-in launchpad with over 1,000 members ready to participate, test, and scale what we build.
Projects
The Western Muslim Struggle
by Kacie AhmedA book centering the current western Muslim struggle. First half due by end of month.
Faith & the Scientific Tradition
by NajabA research series exploring how Islamic scholarship historically shaped scientific inquiry — and how that legacy can inform modern STEM education in Muslim communities.
30 Verses
by Faraz1 poem a day for 30 days — a poetry sprint culminating in a published compilation. Exploring Muslim identity, imagination, and the future through verse.
Open Pitch
by FahimA computer vision-powered soccer analytics platform — no wearables required. Using object detection to generate match stats for teams that can't afford expensive tracking tech.
Research
The research phase lasts 1 week. After the window closes, no further uploads will be accepted.
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