THE PLAN
A space that helps Brooklyn’s Muslims become faith-inspired changemakers in the most influential city in the world.
The Goodlyn Model
1
Purpose-built, urban Islamic center
Every square foot carefully planned and utilized for the community’s benefit.
2
Needs-based programming
Engaging, thoughtful programs for people wherever they are on their faith journey.
3
Data-driven volunteerism
Focus on volunteer programs in areas of greatest impact and track results.
ENVISIONING THE FUTURE
An impactful center in the center of Brooklyn.
A 7,500 sq/ft. space in a prime location near public transportation and major highways. Only 12 minutes from Downtown Manhattan and ready for positive impact.
Goodlyn Floor Plans
A lounge and rooftop terrace, a vibrant, multi-purpose prayer hall, a counseling room, a dedicated floor for women, a food pantry and kitchen, rec room and more combine to create a space ready to make a difference.
THE ISLAMIC CENTER
-
Floors 1+2
Dedicated, multi-purpose space for women, five times daily prayer and Friday sermons in English, Community Garden, private offices for counseling, and more. -
By providing a robust, inclusive Islamic center in one of the most vibrant and diverse Muslim communities in the country, we’re gearing up to make Goodlyn a place of great spiritual and personal growth for many people.
THE FAITH LOUNGE
-
Floor 3
A fully equipped lounge for meetings and hangouts and an outdoor urban terrace. -
By providing the community a relaxing, welcoming space to be able to work remotely, socialize, and learn we hope to make Goodlyn Islamic Center attractive to people of all levels of faith.
THE IMPACT HUB
-
Cellar Level
A fully equipped multi-purpose room for classes and recreation, a board room for strategic planning, a food pantry and kitchen, and counseling room -
This floor will be the hub for program planning, execution, and volunteer engagement.
Serving since 1968.
FAITH JOURNEY PERSONAS
We’re researching what members of our community need along their individual faith journeys and creating a comprehensive engagement plan to support them along the way.
Programming for everyone.
NAME, AGE
Ayesha Noor, 22
ETHNICITY
Bangladeshi
OCCUPATION
College Student
FAMILY
Lives with extended family, engaged to be married
VALUES
Education, Social Justice
GOALS
A successful engineering career, make a positive impact, starting a family
CHALLENGES
Balancing studies with religious obligations and cultural pressures
NEEDS
Educational workshops, safe space for open discussion, pre-marital counseling
THE BIG IDEA
Data-driven volunteerism. Real,Measurable Impact.
Goodlyn will serve as a hub of impactful activity allowing congregants to engage in measurable, data-driven volunteer opportunities backed by ICNA’s many projects—all to influence faith-inspired change in the most influential city in the world.
DATA COLLECTION
Gather data on volunteer skills and availability along with public datasets on community needs and local demographics.
DATA ANALYSIS
Analyze the combined data to pinpoint where volunteer efforts are most needed and can create the greatest impact.
TARGETED DEPLOYMENT
Strategically assign volunteers to roles and projects that align with both their capabilities and the identified community priorities.
MEASURE IMPACT
Continuously monitor outcomes using performance metrics and public data feedback to refine and optimize volunteer programs.