About ANIS
The Austin Network for Islamic Studies is a volunteer network of Muslim Austinites who have welcomed questions about Islam since 2005.
ANIS, the Austin Network for Islamic Studies, is a committee of dedicated Muslim professionals in Austin who focus on Islamic studies and outreach. Some of our members serve, or have served, on the boards of Austin Islamic organizations.
Our mission
To educate and provide Islamic educational resources to all Austinites, Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
Our vision
An education center dedicated to Islamic studies and outreach, providing resources, services and assistance to everyone who seeks a better understanding of Islam.
What we do
- Respond to requests for speakers, lectures and literature
- Teach Islam 101 courses for women and for men
- Teach an Introduction to Islam course in the University of Texas informal classes program
- Lead "Explore the Quran," a course for non-Muslims
- Work with local imams to provide education and outreach
ANIS began as an idea on January 23, 2005, and by the grace of God the work has continued ever since.
Community voices
Schools, universities, congregations and hospitals have welcomed ANIS speakers and visited Austin mosques with us.
Thank you for hosting our visit to the Greater Austin Islamic Center and Mosque. My students and I enjoyed the interesting presentation on mosque architecture and the Islam 101 discussion. It is very important for our students to be introduced to religious traditions different than their own.