The Al-Manar Centre (located at 2 Glynrhondda Street) is a Sunni Mosque and community hub located in the Cathays district of Cardiff, Wales. Established in 1992, the centre follows the principles of Ahlus-Sunnah wal-Jamaa'ah and serves as a key institution for religious, educational, and social engagement within the local community.
The centre has a number aims, namely:
To promote the teachings of Islam in the community;
To provide quality educational and cultural programmes primarily aimed at the Muslim community in the English & Arabic medium, but open to all faiths and backgrounds;
To engage with other communities in Cardiff with view to increased community cohesion and mutual understanding;
To make positive contributions for the wellbeing of all members of our diverse Cardiff community;
To seek cooperation with other organisations sharing our vision.
The Al-Manar Centre's stated vision is to become a leading Islamic institution in Wales, providing support for Muslim university students and the local Muslim population, while also facilitating a greater understanding of Islam among non-Muslims.
Over the years, the Al-Manar Centre has established itself as a respected community hub. In addition to religious services, it has initiated several community-oriented programs such as the 'WeFeed' and Foodbank projects, which provide meals and food parcels to the homeless, asylum seekers, and other vulnerable groups. The centre also runs regular 'Keep your neighbourhood clean' initiative, where volunteers work to maintain the cleanliness of the surrounding area. Furthermore, the centre organises 'Discover Islam' exhibitions in collaboration with local schools, universities, and public service organisations to promote dialogue, understanding and foster greater community cohesion.
The religious services provided by the centre include daily congregational prayers, weekly Friday (Jumu'ah) sermons, congregational Eid prayers, opportunities for Islamic Education for children, university students, women and reverts.
Numerous world-renowned Islamic teachers and scholars have taught at the centre, including Sheikh Ali Hammuda, a respected local imam and community leader.
Lastly, Al-Manar Centre is known for its engagement with local organisations such as the Muslim Council of Wales, to promote wider community adhesion within Wales.
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