Executive Director
Wali Dirie is a champion of civic justice and cultural leadership, transforming institutions and empowering immigrants through trust, service, and visionary nonprofit work rooted in Islamic values and democratic participation.
Wali brings strategic insight, civic expertise, and organizational leadership. His professional competencies include:
Distinguished Public Servant Award – Minneapolis Civic Forum
Community Builder Award – Somali-American Coalition
Civic Engagement Excellence Award – Council on Black Minnesotans
Leading With Impact Honor – Twin Cities Equity Initiative
Fellowship: Civic Equity Fellow – Somali-American Civic Forum
License: Civic Leadership Certificate – City of Minneapolis (2004)
Presentations:
Publications:
Media Feature: MNHS MNopedia – Dar Al-Hijrah
Organizational Leadership: Led reopening of Dar Al-Hijrah Mosque post-2014 fire
Wali Dirie is the Executive Director of ICSA and a longtime advocate for social equity and immigrant rights. With roots in both community organizing and public service, Wali’s leadership has been key in developing programming that integrates Islamic values with civic life. His hands-on experience with program development, budgeting, policy work, and inter-organizational partnerships drives ICSA’s mission forward.
Join us in creating brighter futures by providing hope, delivering help.
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