Skip to main content

our story

Rushd Institute was born from a simple truth: faith was never meant to diminish you, it was meant to unleash you.


Too many Muslims today struggle with feelings of inadequacy, confusion, and disconnection. We live in a world that pulls us in a thousand directions, and somewhere along the way, we've been told that being "good enough" spiritually means being less ambitious professionally, that emotional healing is separate from faith, that success in dunya and akhirah are somehow in conflict.


Rushd Institute exists to challenge that narrative. We integrate the timeless wisdom of the Quran and Sunnah with modern psychology, helping Muslims reclaim their potential in every area of life; spiritual, emotional, relational, and professional. We're here to remind you that growth is not just possible, it's your birthright as a believer.


Because you are not broken. You are not behind. You are becoming.

our mission

To help Muslims awaken their God-given potential through faith-rooted, psychologically-informed guidance in the areas of spirituality, family, and career.

our vision

A generation of Muslims who are spiritually grounded, emotionally intelligent, and professionally impactful; living proof that faith makes you unstoppable.

our values

The principles that guide everything we do at Rushd Institute.

Ikhlāṣ (Sincerity)

Everything we do is for the sake of Allah, seeking His pleasure above all recognition.

Iḥsān (Excellence)

We strive for excellence in all we do, honoring the prophetic tradition of doing things beautifully.

Integrity

We uphold honesty and authenticity in our teaching, grounded in Islamic principles.

Growth

We believe in continuous learning and development, both spiritually and professionally.

Compassion

We meet people with gentleness and understanding, acknowledging their struggles without judgment.

meet the founder

For more than a decade, Moh. Yusuff has been an active contributor to the Nigerian Irish Muslim community, supporting faith education, youth development, family well-being, and spiritual growth initiatives across Ireland. His work is rooted in a commitment to helping Muslims live with clarity, dignity, and purpose in a rapidly changing world.


Alongside his community involvement, Moh. Yusuff brings nearly two decades of professional experience as a Program Manager across Africa and Europe, and currently leading complex strategic initiatives within one of Europe’s largest and most established financial institutions. His ability to bridge Islamic values with modern professional excellence has shaped his unique voice and leadership approach.


As the founder of The Rushd Institute, Moh. integrates Qur’anic principles, prophetic guidance, modern psychology, and real-world expertise to empower Muslims in the areas of Faith, Family, and Career. His mission is to cultivate balanced, spiritually aware, and high-performing individuals who thrive without compromising their deen.