Dr. Saad Gewida is a respected Islamic scholar and leader with expertise in Islamic teachings, Arabic literature, and the design of Islamic educational systems. He earned a Masters in social service in Islam and a Doctorate in Islamic schools/theology, and completed his undergraduate studies at Al-Azhar University in Arabic language and literature from 1984-1988. From 1990-1995, he taught Tajweed and Arabic at Al-Azhar. In 1996, he served as an Imam at the North Hudson Islamic Educational Center in New Jersey. From 2000-2007, he worked in the executive administrative division at Al-Azhar. Currently, he serves as an Imam at Hudson Valley Islamic Community Center and is a consultant for Andalusia Islamic school. He co-founded Africa Relief and Community Development. Dr. Gewida is known for his compassionate and thoughtful approach to leadership and his commitment to improving the lives of those around him.