The Islamic Society is a space that brings students together — not only Muslim students, but people from different communities, cultures, and faiths across the university.
While our activities are rooted in Islamic traditions and values, we believe these experiences are even more meaningful when shared. Throughout the year, we create opportunities for students to connect, learn from one another, and take part in experiences that strengthen the sense of community around us.
Our year begins with the Annual General Meeting, where we reflect on the highlights and achievements of the year gone by and look forward to what lies ahead. As Ramadan approaches, our Pre-Ramadan Fair brings students together in celebration before the month of fasting begins.
During Ramadan, our Iftar gathering offers another special opportunity to share a meal, experience a part of Islamic tradition, and spend meaningful time together. Towards the end of the year, we come together for a charity project, putting our shared spirit of compassion into action and supporting those who need it.
For us, these are more than events. They are moments made meaningful by the people who come together, participate, support one another, and create memories along the way. We believe that when people come together with openness and kindness, even simple moments can leave a lasting impact.
Name: Abdullah Siddeek
Designation: President
Degree Programme and Year: Data Science & Business Analytics – Year 3
School Previously Attended: Wesley College
Name: Husnaa Imtiaz
Designation: Vice President
Degree Programme and Year: LLB (Hons) — Year 3
School Previously Attended: Bishop’s College
Name: Aniq Abdeen
Designation: Vice President
Degree Programme and Year: LLB (Hons) — Year 3
School Previously Attended: Royal Institute International School
Name: Ruqaiyah Adham
Designation: Secretary
Degree Programme and Year: Economics and Management — Year 3
School Previously Attended: St. Paul’s Girls’ School, Milagiriya
Name: Mohamed Ali
Designation: Treasurer
Degree Programme and Year: BSc Economics & Politics — Graduated
School Previously Attended: Carey College
Name: Aaisha Muthaliph
Designation: Assistant Secretary
Degree Programme and Year: BSc Economics and Finance — Year 3
School Previously Attended: Muslim Ladies College
Name: Ibrahim Joonoos
Designation: Assistant Treasurer
Degree Programme and Year: Economics & Finance — Year 2
School Previously Attended: St. Peter’s College
Name: Shahlaa Mohamed
Designation: Director of Community Service
Degree Programme and Year: BSc Economics and Finance — Year 2
School Previously Attended: Ananda Balika Vidyalaya, Colombo 10
Name: Sabeeha Shakil
Designation: Director of Media
Degree Programme and Year: Management and Digital Innovation — Year 2
School Previously Attended: Ilma International Girls’ School
Name: Khadeeja Rahman
Designation: Director of Events
Degree Programme and Year: LLB (Hons) — Year 3
School Previously Attended: Wycherley International School
Name: Yousuf Hameed
Designation: Director of Events
Degree Programme and Year: Accounting & Finance — Year 2
School Previously Attended: Colombo International School
The Islamic Society of Royal Institute Campus completed its flagship community service initiative, Project Noor, marking a significant milestone for the student body. The project focused on enhancing educational access and digital literacy for the students of Mawala Kanishka Vidyalaya, a school located in Wadduwa.
Through Project Noor, the society established and handed over a fully functional library and learning space to the school. To support the academic environment, the project delivered a combination of physical resources, renovations, and digital infrastructure:
Donated over 600 books covering various subjects, along with 3 new storage cupboards to house the library collection.
Repainted the library walls and floor, and installed a wall fan to create a comfortable reading environment.
Donated 1 new laptop, repaired 2 existing school laptops, and configured an existing Smart TV for multimedia learning. The team also built and deployed a custom digital library system featuring both an application and a website to assist the school in managing book inventory, borrowing, and returns efficiently.
As the project coincided with Children’s Day, committee members spent the remainder of the day at the school engaging directly with the students, organizing various recreational games and providing refreshments for all participants.
This initiative was made possible through the generosity of the community, generously supported by donations raised via a GoFundMe campaign and a book drive through which the reading materials were collected. The effort brought the term to a successful close as a meaningful final endeavor for the outgoing leadership.
