Introduction

Tawakkal Welfare
Trust NZ

  • A community driven charitable trust serving Muslims in Christchurch.
  • Focused on welfare, education, youth and community development, and community unity.
  • Dedicated to building long term institutions that strengthen our future generations.
  • Committed to transparency, service, and growth of the Muslim community.
Tawakkal Welfare Trust NZ Logo
Mission, Vision & Objectives

What We Aim
to Achieve

Our Mission

To provide accessible spaces, programs, and partnerships that strengthen learning, wellbeing, leadership, belonging, and service among Muslim youth.

Our Vision

Confident, capable, and socially responsible young Muslims who are grounded in their values and fully engaged in New Zealand society.

Education Support

Homework club, tutoring, study skills, English-language, and digital support.

Leadership & Belonging

Mentoring, public speaking, identity workshops, and civic engagement.

Future-Ready Skills

STEM activities, coding, multimedia, career guidance, and entrepreneurship.

Wellbeing Support

Resilience workshops, trusted mentors, and support pathways.

Healthy Lifestyles

Indoor activities, park-based sports, and fitness, leveraging nearby Bishopdale Park facilities.

Community Service

Volunteer projects, inter-community activities, and environmental initiatives.

Tawakkal Community Centre – Mission and Key Objectives
Our Community

Our
Community

  • Estimated 8000 strong community in Canterbury
  • Only permanent facility – An-Nur Mosque
  • Masjid An-Nur located central Christchurch
  • Future Linwood mosque catering to eastern Christchurch
  • Growing population – no facility in northern suburbs
  • Variety of purpose and uses
Christchurch Muslim Community Map
The Opportunity

The
Opportunity

Located at 43A Leacroft Street, Bishopdale, Christchurch.
Aspiring to be the next major landmark for Muslims in the city especially, northern suburbs of Christchurch.
A safe, welcoming space for families, youth, elders, and new migrants.
Built with the vision of strengthening Islamic identity and community cohesion.
Map with Location Marking - 43A Leacroft Street, Bishopdale
Site Features

Salient Features
of Site

Ideally located in Northern suburbs
Adequate parking space
Easy access extra parking off road and Bishopdale mall
Unique Open Community Spaces Zoning. No council approval required
Availability of adjacent playground and Council park
Tawakkal Mosque Site - Northern Suburbs
Purpose

Your Mosque – A Hub
for Unity, Learning, and Growth

Daily Prayers & Gatherings

Primary purpose – Daily prayers, Jumu'ah, Taraweeh, and Islamic gatherings

Qur'an & Islamic Education

Qur'an & Islamic Education Classes for children, teens, and adults

Youth Welfare & Development

A hub for Youth Welfare & Development – Mentoring, activities, identity building, safe social environment

Community Growth & Support

Counselling, welfare assistance, immigrant support, community events

Tawakkal Mosque – A Hub for Unity, Learning, and Upliftment

A hub for unity, learning, and upliftment

Your Support

How You Can
Make a Difference

Every contribution brings us closer to building Christchurch's next masjid and community hub.

Your Support – Financial contributions (one-off or ongoing)

Financial contributions (one-off or ongoing)

Your Support – Volunteer your time and skills

Volunteer your time and skills

Your Support – Spread the message positively

Spread the message positively

Your Support – Encourage family and friends to participate

Encourage family and friends to participate

Become part of building Christchurch's next masjid and community hub