The concept for the Universal Muslim Association of America (UMAA) has existed for years. In September of 2002, the idea of establishing an institution unifying Muslim-Americans became a reality. The overarching objectives of UMAA include: working towards uniting Muslim-Americans, helping fellow Americans better understand Islam, and encouraging civic awareness and engagement within the Muslim community in order to address socioeconomic and political issues that may not be the focus of centers of worship and other organizations.

UMAA consists of a Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, and Advisers who help guide the organization in its work. Current projects of the organization include human rights advocacy for Bahrain, media outreach in the wake of the Arab Spring, career counseling and professional development services, yearly scholarships for full-time students, and much more Read more..