Guiding the Vision and Growth of MCCCB
The Board of Directors of the Muslim Community Cultural Center of Baltimore (MCCCB) plays a vital role in shaping our direction, sustaining transparency, and ensuring that our programs align with our mission to serve and uplift the community. This page highlights the leadership, milestones, future plans, and ways community members can stay informed and engaged with board activities.
Meet Our Board of Trustees
Imam Earl El-Amin
Resident Imam
The Resident Imam for Muslim Community Cultural Center of Baltimore and Vice president, National Centers on Institutions and Alternatives (NCIA)
Imam Earl S. El-Amin was raised and educated in the Baltimore Metropolitan area and is a graduate of Morgan State University and Sojouner Douglass College. For well over 30 years he has served in various capacities of leadership in the Muslim community as well as the community at large.
Asya Shaheeddavis
Chairperson
Core Facility Supervisor at The Johns Hopkins University.
Asya Shaheeddavis is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in clinical research operations and laboratory management. As a core facility supervisor, she leads staff training and ensures the smooth execution of daily operations in a non-research, central services core facility that supports clinical research studies.
Tracy Barnes
Treasurer
Imam Earl El-Amin
Resident Imam
The Resident Imam for Muslim Community Cultural Center of Baltimore and Vice president, National Centers on Institutions and Alternatives (NCIA)
Imam Earl S. El-Amin was raised and educated in the Baltimore Metropolitan area and is a graduate of Morgan State University and Sojouner Douglass College. For well over 30 years he has served in various capacities of leadership in the Muslim community as well as the community at large.
Asya Shaheeddavis
Chairperson
Core Facility Supervisor at The Johns Hopkins University.
Asya Shaheeddavis is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in clinical research operations and laboratory management. As a core facility supervisor, she leads staff training and ensures the smooth execution of daily operations in a non-research, central services core facility that supports clinical research studies.
Tracy Barnes
Treasurer
Candice Willie
Board Trustee
The Signature Pros, LLC, Title Insurance Producer, Independent Contractor (TIPIC), Commissioned Notary Public in MD and VA
Candice Willie is a dynamic operations leader with deep expertise in facilities and DDA residential housing management, capital projects, and organizational optimization.
Tala Drammeh
Board Trustee
Mental Health Therapist, MPB GROUP INC Adjunct Professor, Towson University, Psychology Department
Tala Drammeh, MA, LGPC, is a licensed psychotherapist and adjunct professor at Towson University, where he integrates clinical expertise with academic instruction.
Qadir El-Amin
Board Trustee
Photographer & Filmmaker. Graduate of Lincoln University with a Bachelor of Science
Harun Shabazz
Board Trustee
MCCCB Bylaws
Our bylaws outline the operational structure and governance model of MCCCB. These documents ensure transparency and accountability at every level of decision-making.
Board Accomplishments
Over the years, MCCCB’s board has led many initiatives that strengthened our programs and improved our facilities. Here are a few highlights:
Spearheaded the mosque restoration project
Successfully organized annual Ramadan and Eid programming
Expanded cultural education and outreach services
Launched new partnerships for community welfare
Future Initiatives
The Board is currently exploring the following areas to further MCCCB’s mission:
Reapplying for the Maryland Emergency Food Program (MEFP) grant in 2026
Enhancing volunteer engagement and youth mentorship programs
Improving digital access and transparency for board governance
Strengthening interfaith and intercultural collaborations
Board Meeting Schedule
Board meetings are held every third Sunday at 12:00 PM at our community center: 3401 W. North Ave, Baltimore, MD 21216
🗓️ The next meeting is scheduled for Sunday, June 15, 2025. Future meetings will continue biweekly unless otherwise noted. Community members are welcome to attend when applicable—stay tuned for any updates.
Community Participation Forms
We welcome input and engagement from our community. Please use the forms below to stay informed and share your ideas.
📝 Request Board Meeting Minutes
Submit a request to receive copies of recent board meeting minutes.
Board Meeting Minutes Request Form
Purpose: To allow MCCCB community members to request copies of past board meeting minutes for transparency and informational purposes.
I acknowledge that this request is made in good faith and that the information provided is accurate.
🗣️ Submit Agenda Topics for Future Meetings
Let your voice be heard—submit topics you’d like the board to discuss at upcoming meetings.
Board Meeting Agenda Topics Submission Form
Purpose: To allow community members to suggest discussion topics for upcoming MCCCB Board Meetings.
I confirm that this topic submission is made in good faith and for the betterment of the MCCCB community.
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Important Update: U.S. Department of State to Resume Walk-In Services for Authentications on October 1, 2024
Important Update: U.S. Department of State to Resume Walk-In Services for Authentications on October 1, 2024
Exciting news for those navigating the federal apostille and authentication process! Beginning October 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of State will reopen its doors for walk-in services, a welcome change after over 4 years of being limited to mail-in options due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This information, directly sourced from a conversation with a clerk at the Authentication Office in Washington, D.C., and another business owner (present at the U.S. Department of State when the reopening was announced) specializing in authentications, confirms that walk-in services will soon be available again. The U.S. Department of State has been operating under mail-only submissions since March 2020, with processing times ranging from 3 to 14 weeks. However, the reopening of walk-in hours promises to significantly reduce turnaround times.
Here’s what to expect with the new process:
Daily Submission Limits: Apostille service companies and agents will be limited to submitting 15 documents per day.
New Operating Days and Times: The U. S. Department of State will only be open 8a - 9a Monday through Thursday, excluding federal holidays.
Faster Processing Times: Apostilled or authenticated documents will be ready for pick-up 7-9 business days after being hand-submitted.
For those considering mailing documents for authentication, waiting until after October 1, 2024 is recommended. This will help avoid the current extended processing time.
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