AWQAF AFRICA | From Fast To Feast

AWQAF AFRICA | From Fast To Feast

Organizational Overview

Awqaf Africa is a non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering African youth through Waqaf (Islamic endowment) movements. Our organization is driven by a vision of creating a future where African youth are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources to drive positive change in their communities through the principles of Waqaf. We believe in the power of Waqaf to foster sustainable community development, promote education, entrepreneurship, and leadership among African youth, and inspire a culture of giving and philanthropy.

Programme Information

As Awqaf Africa, we are committed to fostering community bonds and supporting the educational pursuits of African Muslim students studying abroad. With this ethos in mind, we present our proposal for the "From Fast to Feast" program, aimed at providing iftar gatherings for African Muslim students in select universities across Malaysia. The objectives of our programme are:

To provide a sense of community and belonging for African Muslim students studying in Malaysia.
To facilitate opportunities for cultural exchange and networking among students from diverse backgrounds.
To ensure that African Muslim students have access to nutritious meals during the holy month of Ramadan.
To strengthen ties between Awqaf Africa and educational institutions in Malaysia for potential future collaborations.

Proposed Activities	Description
Iftar Gatherings	Weekly iftar events will be organized in collaboration with each university's student body or administration. These gatherings will provide an opportunity for students to break their fast together and share meals.
Guest Speakers	Inviting speakers to deliver short talks on topics related to Islam, education, and cultural exchange.
Networking Opportunities	Facilitating networking sessions where students can connect with peers, university staff, and representatives from Awqaf Africa.
Community Service	Encouraging volunteer participation in community service activities, such as distributing meals to underprivileged communities or organizing charity drives.

Programme Summary

Name: From Fast to Feast

Target Collection Amount: RM 60,000 (RM 30/ meal / week for 500 students)
Duration: During Ramadhan period (2024 / 1445 Hijrah)
Frequency: Weekly iftar gatherings (Every Thursday)

Benefit for Donors: Donor will get a weekly report from the programme
Target Audience: 500 African Muslim students studying in the following universities

Albukhary International University, AIU - Kedah
SEGi University - Selangor
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) - Kuala Lumpur
Asia e University - Selangor
Universiti Selangor (UNISEL) - Selangor
Al-Madinah International University - Selangor
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)

Conclusion

The "From Fast to Feast" program presents a unique opportunity to foster unity, support, and cultural exchange among African Muslim students studying in Malaysia during the holy month of Ramadan. By providing iftar gatherings and facilitating meaningful interactions, we aim to enrich the university experience for these students and contribute to their personal and academic growth.

Should there be any further inquiries, clarifications, or additional information required, please don't hesitate to reach out to us:

Name: Ibrahim Abdul Mugis | Phone: +60 113 632 3729 | Email: info@awqafafrica.org