Islamic Education Development & Research Unit (IEDRU)
Advancing the quality, consistency, and authenticity of EMRD’s Islamic education through curriculum design, teacher development, and educational research — ensuring our programs remain grounded in Qur’an and Sunnah while meeting the needs of modern learners.
Core Divisions of IEDRU
The IEDRU leads three strategic areas that build a sustainable, authentic, and world-class Islamic education system for EMRD and the broader community.
📚 Curriculum Development & Publications
Developing and publishing high-quality Islamic curricula and learning resources.
- Design Qur’an & Islamic Studies curricula for all age groups
- Publish EMRD textbooks, manuals, and teacher guides
- Translate classical works into Tigrinya and Arabic
- Produce children’s storybooks and educational materials
🤝 Teacher Training & Professional Development
Empowering teachers, imams, and instructors through structured training and certification.
- Workshops on Qur’an, Arabic, and Islamic teaching methods
- Certification programs for EMRD teachers and trainers
- Mentorship for new instructors
- Teacher evaluation and excellence systems
💡 Research & Educational Innovation
Promoting authentic and forward-thinking research to shape the future of Islamic education.
- Study Islamic education challenges in the Horn of Africa
- Research teaching methodology and Islamic pedagogy
- Integrate technology into learning environments
- Collaborate with global Islamic academic institutions
“To develop world-class Islamic education rooted in Qur’an, Sunnah, and excellence — empowering EMRD to lead in authentic, modern, and community-centered learning.”
Partner With Our Educational Mission
Join us in advancing authentic Islamic education. Whether you’re a scholar, educator, or institution, your collaboration can help expand the reach and impact of IEDRU’s initiatives.