Empowering Muslim American Public Servants

"I lived in America for the past 22 years. My family and I faced many challenges because of our faith. From my children’s experience with bullying to struggle I went through to find a job even with a master's degree. I would love to make the experience of others with similar situations easier and more productive."

"I was pleased to learn about MAPS when a Muslim friend forwarded a link about an upcoming MAPS event. I have been in federal government for 25 years and have served in three different departments. MAPS sounds like the organization that can allow me do just that."

"I greatly appreciate the service, largely thanks to Ahmad Maaty's outstanding assistance in reconstructing my resume. His guidance and expertise were crucial in refining the content and structure, ensuring effective highlighting of my skills and experiences."

"Please accept my congratulations for running such a worthwhile organization. I am a retired public servant with about 30 years of federal government experience."

"Ahmad Maaty's meticulous attention to detail and commitment to enhancing the overall presentation notably elevated the professional appeal of my resume. . Overall, Ahmad's exceptional commitment and accessibility significantly contributed to the positive outcome, transforming my resume into a more compelling representation of my qualifications."

"I have been a civil servant in local govt for past 20 years as an IT Director. Forming a group that represent Muslims was one long pending on my to-do list."

"After spending years at the highest level of state government, pursuing a federal career proved challenging. I am deeply grateful to have found MAPS. I am personally blown away by the time and effort leadership and fellow members have invested in me already. From resume preparation to workshops on navigating federal career paths to simply having a group of people to ask your professional questions, MAPS cultivates a safe and empowering space for Muslim public servants at all levels."

"I want to thank you for all your help in applying for federal government jobs. Alhumdulillah yesterday I got a tentative offer from a federal agency. Please keep me in your duas that the transition goes smoothly!"

"The unity, kindness, positivity, and peacefulness of MAPS community is a tremendous asset. Those kinds of changes that MAPS brings to peoples’ lives might not be noticeable at first sight, but I wanted you to know how important it is what you have done and continue doing. You and all the folks who tirelessly dedicate their time and effort. I thought that you should know the real impact of MAPS in our members’ lives."

"Navigating today’s federal government career landscape is quite challenging. MAPS workshops provide robust information, support, and practical insights about the process to equip me with with thorough understanding of the landscape and make informed decisions about my career path in federal government. "

"Navigating USAJOBS is a great service offered by MAPS. I wish I had known about it sooner since unlike private sector jobs, the intricacies of applying for federal jobs can be easily overlooked without the guidance of an expert instructor(Ahmad), who have been navigating the federal space for a long time. "

"I’m really thankful for the programming MAPS has produced these past few months— having this level of support and insight means a lot as a young person."

"The USAJobs webinar was extremely helpful. It provided an insider look at what I've previously found to be a very confusing and complicated job search and application system. I really appreciated learning what all the terminology used on the site actually means, how government jobs are structured, and receiving practical tips for searching and applying for government jobs."

"The tailored tips and advice specific to seeking and obtaining federal careers were invaluable. The instructor was very well informed, and thoroughly covered resumes, pay scales, decoding job assessment questionnaires as well as an array of critical application elements that must not be overlooked. I appreciated his direct delivery and insights he shared from his own experiences."

"ASA. Just wanted to thank you for the presentation on resume and USAJobs. You covered so many critical points in short amount of time. It’s really beneficial to anyone navigating USAJobs. Thank you."

"I am sincerely grateful for the outstanding assistance I received in reconstructing my federal resume and cover letter. The support and guidance provided were pivotal in transforming my application documents into powerful tools that effectively showcase my qualifications. The prompt assistance during crucial moments has made a substantial impact on my professional journey. I strongly recommend these services to others seeking unparalleled career support"

"WOW!!!!! I am beyond motivated, impressed, astonished and every other adjective I cant think of right now. Such a great organization and members that truly make me feel proud of them."

"Honestly, I'm incredibly impressed by the services and support MAPS Academy is providing on both an individual level as well as in groups."

"The enthusiasm, the commitment and the dedication blew me away. Ahmad really cared about each attendee and wanted this to work out for them. He truly is selfless."

"If you want to work for the government MAPS gives you the inside scoop. All the tips and tricks you need to get your resume noticed and work the system. Plus the webinar is free...so what are you waiting for?"

"It's so surreal to find someone who is so genuine and sincere in wanting to help you out by sharing his/her knowledge and expertise--and time-- (for free!). Thank you all!"

"MAPS' professional services are the well-executed instruction manuals I knew I was missing for years. The professional resources and shared wealth of knowledge among this membership is a version of public service itself and I'm grateful for the opportunity and access."

"[The USAJOBS Webinar had] "So many insider tips and tricks that were practical and hard to find elsewhere. Also the overall hopeful and helpful tone and conversational style."

"The evening federal career discussion style meeting was perfect for my schedule. We were able to introduce ourselves briefly, which helped connect us and gave us a chance to learn about differing backgrounds, interests and perspectives. I appreciated being able to ask questions in the moment but having the opportunity to directly follow up after the webinar directly."

"It was a lovely event, I was thankful for the space to connect to many new people. People who offered good advice, and had lots of similar interests and goals. Looking forward to joining more events in the future."

"I thought [the resume review service] was really engaging and my Federal Resume incredibly improved afterwards! Thanks MAPS!"

"MAPS serves as a reminder that we are not alone and we are proud of our faith & what we being to the table. Having a meeting in a Senate building and meeting Muslims working in places of power yet their humble attitude and friendliness wasn't just motivating and inspirational but it also filled my heart with pride that they haven't let the powerful position corrupt their akhlaaq. Meeting with so many accomplished individuals and their willingness to network was beautiful, Subhan Allah."

"The leadership team at MAPS displays a remarkable level of proactivity and engagement in all organizational activities, despite the demanding nature of their primary job roles as well as the members that grow by day. Although I may not be directly involved in the public service sector, my aspiration is to alleviate the burden on future generations and improve their well-being."

"MAPS provides excellent networking and professional support services. I was impressed with the willingness to support t individuals looking to move into public service. Would highly recommend!"

"During the past year, I was at a point where I was experiencing health issues due to stress resulting from unfair treatment at work. Being part of MAPS, interacting with my brothers and sisters that I met here in the chat room, during events, and at my workplace made an enormous difference in my psyche. I really mean it. Just the feeling of "community" created much needed support and positivity in my life."

"ASA. Just wanted to thank you for the presentation on resume and USAJobs. You covered so many critical points in short amount of time. It’s really beneficial to anyone navigating USAJobs. Thank you."

"I recently came across this group online. I was happy to see the group and organizational structure to support Muslims in government."

"What's so impressive about MAPS is the organization's commitment to advocate on behalf of our community in all aspects and subject areas, while also growing representation in states and cities across America. I'm particularly excited about the number of young Muslims this impacts by opening doors that were hidden from previous generations. MAPS' professional services are the well-executed instruction manuals I knew I was missing for years. The professional resources and shared wealth of knowledge among this membership is a version of public service itself and I'm grateful for the opportunity and access."

"I never thought someone from a background similar to mine would make it in a political environment in this country. I sometimes think that my position in the DoD is probably the ceiling of my career due to never seeing someone from a similar background in higher positions. I got ​a brand new perspective and a new sense of pride of what our brothers and sisters in faith have accomplished.

"The tailored tips and advice specific to seeking and obtaining federal careers were invaluable. The instructor was very well informed, and thoroughly covered resumes, pay scales, decoding job assessment questionnaires as well as an array of critical application elements that must not be overlooked. I appreciated his direct delivery and insights he shared from his own experiences. I found the use of a shared screen to go through the USAJobs site in real time together extremely helpful. I also truly appreciate having access to a sample resume, with accompanying advice on what elements make a strong federal resume."

"I'm glad MAPS exists as a space for all Muslim employees and public servants to support each other - I wish more orgs were like MAPS"

"Salam all! Quick professional update- I just accepted an offer with the US Dept of Energy!"

"I joined MAPS seeking community, excited to meet fellow Muslims in public service. I immediately gained a village, a support system and a community of individuals invested in both the potential and success of one another."

"I want to thank you for all your help in applying for federal government jobs. Alhumdulillah yesterday I got the tentative offer from a federal agency. Please keep me in your duas that the transition goes smoothly jazakallah kheyr!"

"Ultimately, sharing space and conversation with fellow Muslim public servants has been particularly empowering and provides me with a sense of hope for the future and the next generation. I'm looking forward to doing my part as a member of this organization and contributing to the Muslim community and our advancement."

"The workshops I attended were extremely informative. The instructors were knowledgeable and eager to help everyone in the session succeed. I can tell that they care about the community and the success of its members. All the services, and especially the resume review, are tailored and specific to the individual member. Thank you for all that you do for us - forever grateful for your help!"

The MAPS Academy gave me a roadmap into public service I didn’t know existed, and the network to act on it.

I came in unsure how to translate my background into a government role. I left with a plan and three referrals.

Help reconstructing my resume was the difference between an interview and a rejection. I start at the agency next month.