The Islamic Centre Zurich is a religious institution whose core activity is to offer Islamic community services and activities, including: Organisation of prayer times and religious celebrations, delivery of lectures and lessons on Islam, care for community members in need, such as illness, birth and death, provision of social services, such as organisation of meals and community events, maintenance of contacts with other Islamic centres and communities, promotion of intercultural dialogue and understanding. The centre also serves as a meeting point for Muslims in the Zurich region and provides a platform for the dissemination of Islamic values and traditions.