The 2025 season begins soon.

MIST = Muslim Interscholastic Tournament

We inspire high school students to collaborate and compete, develop creative skills, and learn from professionals, while educating them about Islam and Muslims. MIST envisions a vibrant community of creativity, knowledge, and mutual respect. Our programming includes annual regional and national tournaments in more than a dozen regions across North America. Over 6,000 high school students competed in tournaments last year, with thousands of additional volunteers, judges, and coaches.

Develop Confidence and Professionalism

MIST provides a platform to help our participants develop confidence and professionalism by practicing presentation, public speaking, and problem solving skills.

Embrace Identity when Engaging the World

Our participants learn strategies to deal with stereotypes and prejudices against Islam and Muslims, and are given the inspiration to embrace their identity as they engage the world.

Express Thoughts, Emotions, and Ideas

Every individual has a unique voice. Through our competitions, we strive to validate and motivate our participants to be successful, compassionate human beings.

Meet and Network with Peers Around the World

Participants with the opportunity to meet and network with diverse peers within their schools, their regions, and across the world, who share the same interests while building relationships.

THE 2025 THEME

A Legacy of Learning: Turning Knowledge into Action

Islam places a profound emphasis on knowledge, considering it an essential virtue that enriches the mind, nurtures the soul, and allows for personal growth. The Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) said, "Whoever takes a path upon which to obtain knowledge, Allah makes the path to Paradise easy for him." With the right intentions, the pursuit of spiritual and worldly knowledge paves the way for deeper faith and wisdom.

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