For families
Request a speaker for a home gathering
For families who wish to hold a majlis of mourning in their own home and need a speaker or preacher.
The global platform for registering and holding majalis of Ahl al-Bayt
Wherever you are, hold a majlis
In three simple steps, request a speaker or preacher for a home gathering, an Islamic centre, a husayniyya or a mosque — in more than 30 countries worldwide.
More than 66,040 majalis registered across 30 countries
Home gatheringA majlis, in your own homeA talk suited to your family gathering and your audience
- Request a home gathering
- For international centresRequest for an Islamic centre
Request a speaker for an Islamic centre
For Islamic centres and organisations that need a speaker for religious programmes and majalis of Ahl al-Bayt.
- For hay’ats and mosquesRequest for a husayniyya or mosque
Request a speaker for a husayniyya or mosque
For husayniyyas, mosques and other cultural and religious centres holding majalis and programmes connected to Ahl al-Bayt.
Understand how we work, in the time it takes to scroll
Al-Majles is a trusted intermediary between the hosts of majalis and the speakers and preachers of Ahl al-Bayt — from registering a request, to matching a speaker, to following it through until the gathering is held.
- 3 minutesaverage time to submit a request
- 24 hoursto respond and match a speaker
Step one
Register and verify
Enter your mobile number and confirm the one-time code. Then complete your profile, including your address and date of birth, to activate your account.
RegisterStep two
Submit your request
Register your gathering in a few clicks. Pick a speaker yourself from the directory, or leave the choice to us and we will propose the preacher best suited to your majlis.
Submit a requestStep three
Acceptance and tracking
The speaker receives a link with the details, and once they accept, a confirmation is sent to the host as well. You can track the status of your majlis in your account right up to the day.
View gatheringsCountries where a majlis can be held
Select any highlighted country to see how many majalis have been held there, how many speakers work with us, and which cities are active.
Coverage
Global activity
- active countries
- 30
- majalis held
- 66,040
- speakers and preachers
- 3,658
Select a highlighted country to see its figures.
Active countries
- Many
- Few
- None yet
- 30 active countries across five continents
- 412 cities with registered majalis
- No majlis held in your country yet? Submit a request
| Country | Majalis | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | 41,280 | 1,860 |
| Iraq | 6,420 | 410 |
| Lebanon | 1,180 | 96 |
| Syria | 340 | 28 |
| Bahrain | 410 | 31 |
| Kuwait | 520 | 37 |
| Qatar | 180 | 14 |
| Oman | 130 | 11 |
| Azerbaijan | 640 | 44 |
| Türkiye | 390 | 26 |
| Afghanistan | 1,420 | 118 |
| Pakistan | 2,860 | 210 |
| India | 2,140 | 168 |
| Indonesia | 410 | 33 |
| Malaysia | 230 | 19 |
| Nigeria | 680 | 52 |
| Tanzania | 240 | 18 |
| Kenya | 160 | 12 |
| Senegal | 90 | 7 |
| United Kingdom | 1,240 | 88 |
| Germany | 720 | 54 |
| France | 310 | 22 |
| Netherlands | 190 | 15 |
| Sweden | 260 | 20 |
| Denmark | 110 | 9 |
| Canada | 980 | 71 |
| United States | 1,860 | 134 |
| Australia | 540 | 41 |
| Brazil | 70 | 6 |
| Argentina | 40 | 4 |
Al-Majles at a glance
Figures current as of August 2026
- majalis held
- 66,040
- countries
- 30
- speakers and preachers
- 3,658
- families and centres served
- 24,310
- active cities
- 412
Contribute to holding majalis
Take a share in holding majalis in homes and Islamic centres. Contributors receive a report of the costs and of the gatherings held.
Contribute to a majlisNiyabati majalis
Register a majlis held on behalf of martyrs, the deceased, or any other intention, and receive a report once it has taken place.
Register a niyabati majlisFrequently asked questions
What is required to hold a majlis at home?
Only the address, the time of the gathering and the host’s contact details. Once submitted, a speaker suited to your gathering and audience is proposed and the final arrangements are made.
Is there a fee for requesting a speaker?
Most majalis are held through the contributions of donors. If the host wishes, they can contribute towards the costs through the Contribute section.
Can a majlis be registered outside Iran?
Yes. Majalis can currently be registered and held in 30 countries. You can see which countries are active on the global activity map.
How is a niyabati majlis registered and reported?
You choose or enter the intention for the gathering. Once it has been held, you receive a report with the time, the place and the speaker.
I am a speaker or preacher — how can I work with you?
Complete the speaker collaboration form. Once your details are confirmed, we propose majalis that match your specialism, language and region.