The Islamic Educational & Dawah Trust (IED Trust) was founded in 1986 by group of brothers who had vision to move our community forward in their roles and responsibilities as an ummah. What began as a small initiative to provide places for regular ibaadah and education has expanded into a vibrant network of masaajid and programs helping the community at large in their aspiration towards following the DEEN in its totality. Today, IED Trust touches the lives of thousands of Muslims across the country through its commitment to faith, education, and service.

IED Trust was founded in 1986 by a group of visionary community leaders who recognized the growing need for structured Islamic services in New Zealand. What began as a small initiative to provide regular prayer spaces and basic religious education has expanded into a vibrant network of masajid and programs, touching the lives of thousands of Muslims throughout the country. The vision now is to develop the community members into being a kiwi Muslim so that each one of them can contribute to New Zealand locally, nationally and globally.

Mr. Mohammed Jalal Ud Dean Ashraf brings over 30 years of governance experience as a dedicated trustee of the Islamic Educational and Dawah (IED) Trust. He is a foundational figure in New Zealand’s Islamic educational landscape and has played a vital role in the establishment of both Al-Madinah School and Zayed College. A seasoned school teacher with significant teaching experience across New Zealand, Mr. Ashraf has served as a Proprietor Trustee since 1992, shaping the vision and operational foundations of Islamic schooling in the country.

Beyond education, Mr. Ashraf has held multiple senior leadership roles within community corrections and Muslim wellbeing services. His work as a manager, and later as a clinical and operational team lead for Muslim Wellbeing in Ōtautahi (Christchurch), reflects his deep commitment to the spiritual, mental, and social wellbeing of the Muslim community.



Educational & Sector Involvement:

Proprietor Trustee at Al-Madinah School since 1992
Key contributor in founding Zayed College for Girls
Extensive teaching experience in New Zealand schools

Leadership & Community Contributions:

Senior leader in Community Corrections Services
Team Lead for Clinical and Operational Services – Muslim Wellbeing Ōtautahi
Long-standing member and influencer in New Zealand’s Muslim community development