Unified Leadership & Representation

A national body serving Islamic organisations and Muslim communities across New Zealand — grounded in authentic Islamic scholarship and the principle of consultation (Shūrā).

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What is CIONZ?

CIONZ is a newly established national organisation bringing together Islamic organisations, imams, scholars and community leaders from across New Zealand. We exist to represent, support and strengthen the Muslim community through genuine consultation, authentic Islamic guidance and capable, accountable governance — never by claiming to speak for others without a proper mandate.

What we stand for

Authentic Islamic guidance

An independent Council of Scholars (Majlis al-Ulama) safeguards the religious integrity of everything CIONZ does.

Consultation before representation

We consult member organisations, scholars and the communities affected before adopting a national position. Shūrā (consultation) is a governing principle, not a formality.

Service to organisations

Governance support, training, coordination and a trustworthy national voice for Islamic organisations.

Constructive national engagement

Accurate, professional engagement with government, media and the wider New Zealand community.

Our member organisations

Charitable trusts and incorporated societies from Auckland to Southland — spanning many communities, languages and regions, and already building CIONZ from the ground up.

North Shore Islamic Association Auckland
Muslim Ummah of New Zealand National
MyFundAction New Zealand National
Al Manar Charitable Trust Auckland
Masjid As-Salam Trust Auckland
Najashi Trust New Zealand
Manawatu Muslims Association Palmerston North
Murihiku Islamic Trust Southland

CIONZ is in its founding phase and welcoming new member organisations.

For government, media & stakeholders

Professional, accountable engagement

We welcome enquiries from government agencies, media and other stakeholders. Our governance is documented and published, and enquiries reach the right people through a single point of contact.

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Founding phase

We are just beginning — and we want you involved

CIONZ is in its founding phase. We are building our membership, governance and services carefully and consultatively. We invite Islamic organisations throughout New Zealand to help shape this national institution from the very beginning.