Training of Palestine Specialist

Date: 25-26 October 2014

Israa’ Institution held its first event of the year with a program called “Training of Palestine Specialist” (TOPS) which aims to educate its members about the history and issues regarding the holy land of Palestine.

The event was held at Education Malaysia, London for 2 days and was attended by 20 participants from various parts of the UK and Ireland. The participants received four modules from the beginners’ syllabus; the first two sessions was presented by Mus’ab bin Shaharom (President of IKRAM UKE) while the last two sessions were presented by Dr Arif Zaquan Abd Ghafar (Vice President of IKRAM UKE). Among the topics covered included the importance of Palestine in Islam, the history and also current issues revolving it.

The event finished off with a presentation of Israa’ Institution by its president, Faiq Hassin. The participants also had the chance to discuss about future events and how they can further spread awareness about the Palestinian issue in their respective locality.

Palestine Conference 2014

On the 15^th of September 2014, Federation of Student Islamic Societies (FOSIS) has organised Palestine Conference 2014 that was held at the University of Nottingham, UK. The whole day conference was filled with talks by international speakers, panel discussions, and also workshops on issues related to the current situation in Palestine and how the participants can get involved. The speakers who attended the conference are Norman Finkelstein, Wadah Khanfar, and Dr Daud Abdullah to name a few.

The day started off with a brief introduction on ‘Palestine: Past and Present’ by Sarah Colborne. The introduction gave a clear view on the history of the conflict between Palestine and Israel, and how the Palestinians have been oppressed and displaced since the foundation of Israel. Further keynote speech is by Wadah Khanfar on the topic ‘Palestine amidst an uncertain Arab Spring’. With his experience as a former Director General of Al-Jazeera network and also co-founder of the Sharq forum, he engages with the participants on his views regarding Palestinian issues and the significance of political movements in Middle East.

The conference continued with a panel discussion on ‘Settlements and the Right of Return’ that was given by Tim Llewellyn, a journalist specialising in the Middle East; Dr Daud Abdullah, the Director of Middle East Monitor an independent UK based media research institution; and also Sarah Colborne, the Director of Palestine Solidarity Campaign. The discussion touches on the issue of media bias by the western media, the critical situation of Palestinian refugees, and also an introduction into several international campaigns for example boycotts and sanctions.

Other than talks, participants are also given the opportunity to choose two out of five workshop sessions that mainly promotes different types of campaigns for the Palestinians throughout the day. The workshops are Press and Palestine, Political Campaigning, Careers Campaigning, Organised Campaigning and also Dabka. These workshop sessions gave the participants a chance to interact with the speakers in a smaller group so they can gain a lot more insight on each session.

The last session of the conference was a keynote speech by Norman Finkelstein who is well known for his research on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. On the basis of human rights, he condemned the actions and demands of Israel that has clearly violated the human rights of the Palestinian especially their right of return. He also presented the consequences of the Kerry Initiative to the Palestine-Israeli conflict based on his research and studies.

Alhamdulillah, three of our Israa Volunteers were able to attend the conference and it has been an eye opener and a good experience for all of us since Israa Institution itself is also a body to campaign on the issue of Palestinians. We hope with the information that we have gained, we are able to create more awareness among people about the issue of Palestinians.

On the authority of Abu Hamzah Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) the servant of the Messenger of Allah (pbuh), the Prophet (pbuh) said: "None of you will believe until you love for your brother what you love for yourself." [Bukhari & Muslim]

iLubnan4 Charity Dinner

Alhamdulillah, by the grace of Allah SWT, the event ‘iLubnan4 Charity Dinner’ was successfully held at the Raoshi Restaurant, Manchester on the 12^th of March 2014. The event, organized by Israa Institution’s activists with the aim to raise funds that can be donated to the Palestinians refugees who are currently in Lebanon. Alhamdulillah guests including students, professionals and families came to show their support for the Palestinian cause.

The event was begun with a recital of passages from the Holy Quran. It then proceeded with speeches by the honorable guest, Mr Taufik bin Ahmad, the representator of Education Malaysian, the Chairman of Israa Institution, Brother Musaini bin Ramlee and the director of ‘iLubnan4 Charity Dinner’, Brother Haikal Uzir. This was followed by activities of performances, auctions and the dinner itself.

During the event, an amount of GBP 2260 was collected during the auctioning session. Items that were auctioned include cakes, drawings of Al-Aqsa Masjid and a symbolic painting symbolizing the Palestinian’s struggle and the promised freedom. The guests had shown great enthusiasm in helping our Palestinian brothers and sisters. For those who were not able to attend the dinner itself were able to contribute through online donation. Overall, the dinner had successfully collected a total of GBP 3517.94 .

On behalf of the organizer, we would like to thank all of you that had contributed not only to the success of the event but also to those whom play a role to help our Palestinian brothers and sisters. As narrated by Ibn ‘Umar: Allah’s Messenger said, “A Muslim is a brother of Muslim, he neither wrongs him nor does hand him over to one who does him wrong. If anyone fulfills his brother’s needs, Allah will fulfill his needs; if one relieves a Muslim of his troubles, Allah will relieve his troubles on the Day of Resurrection.” (Al-Bukhari and Muslim). May Allah accept our deeds and relieve us on the Day of Resurrection, as mentioned in the hadith.

It is also hoped alongside raising funds for humanitarian aid, we can continue to grow stronger sense of belonging with our brothers and sisters in Palestine, with continuous Dua’ and increased drive to provide them aid, biidznilah.

‘Palestine in our heart’ 

Report by: Nur Irra Syahiddah

Hope For Orphans Project 2014

Alhamdulillah, Israa' Institution will continue the orphans sponsorship project for this year!

All sponsorships will be handed over during the iLubnan4 mission in April. 

Just only £400/€480, you could sponsor a child in Palestine for a year, and give them HOPE for a better life.

There is also option to sponsor 'by slot' for only £40/€48!

Please fill in this form - http://tinyurl.com/Israa-Hope14

And do help us to spread the word.

My Ummah Week | Palestine Talk

Alhamdulillah pada 27 Februari 2014, satu program ‘Palestine Talk’ telah diadakan di Belfast sempena projek ‘My Ummah Week’ yang dianjurkan oleh IKRAM Care and Relief (iCARE) dan Israa Institution Ireland. Seramai lebih kurang 60 orang yang terdiri daripada warga Malaysia dan Brunei di Belfast telah hadir pada malam tersebut. Objektif utama program ini adalah untuk meningkatkan kesedaran ummat akan perihal saudara-saudara kita di Palestin. Program berlangsung dari pukul 6.30 petang hingga 10 malam dan penceramah jemputan ialah ukhti NoorHasyimah Ismail yang merupakan seorang aktivis Palestin di bawah NGO Aqsa Sharif Malaysia.

Program dimulakan dengan makan malam yang telah disediakan. Tepat pada pukul 7.30 petang, para hadirin telah memenuhi ruangan dewan kuliah dan majlis berlangsung dengan pembukaan al-fatihah oleh juruacara majlis, akh Muhammad ‘Afif Amran. Seterusnya, akh Zaiem Akmal dijemput untuk membacakan ayat suci al-quran. Perkongsian yang disampaikan oleh saudari Hasyimah adalah mengenai keadaan saudara kita di Palestin dan lebih kepada membuka mata semua untuk tahu kenapa perlu kita peduli akan ummat. Sejarah tentang Palestin-Israel juga dikongsi pada mulanya. Pada akhir ceramah, saudari Hasyimah menceritakan tentang peranan yang boleh dilakukan oleh kita secara umumnya dan khususnya. Selepas itu, sesi soal jawab diteruskan. Majlis tamat pada pukul 10.15 malam.

Sepanjang minggu tersebut juga telah berlangung jualan amal dan hasil kutipan daripada aktiviti ini adalah sebanyak £186.88. Segala sumbangan akan disalurkan kepada Israa Insitution. Dengan laporan ini disertakan beberapa gambar yang diambil selama berlangsungnya program ‘Palestine Talk’.

Akhir kata, pihak penganjur amat berharap dengan izin Allah agar program ‘Palestine Talk’ ini dapat menjadi satu platform bagi semua yang hadir agar terus mengambil perhatian dan berusaha dengan apa cara sekalipun yang termampu untuk mengambil tindakan supaya yang hak akan terus tertegak.

Laporan oleh:
Nabila Rosaidi

iLubnan 4 Charity Dinner

Since the founding of the illegal state of Israel, thousands of Palestinian have lost their homes and displaced. Many are refugees in neighbouring state such as Lebanon.

The fourth of it's series, iLubnan4 is a humanitarian mission to Palestinian refugees camp in Lebanon. Last year's mission sees total sum of GBP32000 being channelled to help ease the burden of the Palestinian refugees.

This year we aim to break this record.

In order to achieve this, Israa' Institution will be holding a charity dinner event to raise funds. The iLubnan4 Charity Dinner will be held on the 12th March 2014. There will be performances as well as auctions. Tickets are at GBP18 per person.

Details are as follows;
The Raoshi Lebanese Restaurant,
Manchester,
M23 0FF,
United Kingdom.
12th March 2014 (1800-2200)

To join you can fill in the following form;
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fAb-gq2j_2Ffn8I9Ry0YJ97cuPf8jUVS48cv6PRi3xs/viewform

And make your payment to the following account;
Account No: 93154750
Sort Code: 20-55-13
Reference: iLubnan4 <NAME>

For more information this is our event page,
https://www.facebook.com/events/219963941539601/?notif_t=plan_user_invited

"The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything"
-Albert Einstein-

Come and join us. You can help them. You can do something for them.

My Ummah Week in Ireland

MY UMMAH WEEK
Coming around you this February in Ireland!
22 Feb - 3 Mar 2014

Ramadhan in Palestine!

To contribute, 

1. Please bank in the money to the accounts below

[United Kingdom]
Name: Israa Institution
Sort Code: 403130
Account Number: 32033119

Reference: [project name]

[Ireland]
Name: Aiman Mukri
Sort Code: 931012
Account Number: 71578068

Reference: [project name]

 

2. Fill in the registration form here:

http://tinyurl.com/israaramadhan

Donation drive projek 'One Family One Lamp'

Assalamualaikum wbt,

Bermula hari ini, Israa Institution secara rasmi akan melancarkan donation drive untuk projek 'One Family One Lamp (OFOL)'. Donation drive ini akan dibuka selama 2 minggu sahaja iaitu dari 16 Mei - 1 Jun 2012. Kutipan derma akan disalurkan kepada Aqsa Syarif dan dibawa terus ke Gaza melalui konvoi Aqsa2Gaza7 bermula 10 - 19 Jun nanti. Sila rujuk poster projek untuk maklumat lanjut dan cara pembayaran. Ayuh, jangan bertangguh, mari menyumbang!

Israa Institution
'Palestine in Our Hearts'

[Poster OFOL bagi UK]

[Poster OFOL bagi Ireland]

Pengisian Palestin di usrah PG Sheffield

Sheffield, 28/4/2012 - Alhamdulillah, Pengarah Israa, Saudara Abdul Rahman Mohmad telah menyampaikan pengisian bertajuk 'History of Palestine - Israel Conflicts' dalam usrah PG PMPMS (Persatuan Pelajar Melayu Sheffield). Program tersebut diadakan di rumah En. Azwal di Crosspool, Sheffield dan dihadiri kira-kira 12 orang. Program bermula jam 6 ptg dan tamat kira-kira 9 mlm. 

Terima kasih di ucapkan kepada pihak PMPMS, host usrah dan para hadiri.

Khabar dari Lubnan

Perkongsian pengalaman ahli delegasi iLubnan. Semua di jemput hadir.

£5,725 dijana di Charity High Tea

Nottingham, 1/4/12 - Pada hari Ahad yg lepas telah berlangsung Misi Kasih Palestin High Tea bertempat di Pakistan Centre, Nottingham. Majlis ini yang dianjurkan oleh IKRAM East Midland and South Yorkshire (EMSY) dan Israa Institution bertujuan mengutip dana utk disalurkan kepada pelarian Palestin di Lebanon. Dengan bertemakan ‘Palestine: The Unforgotten Land’ seramai hampir 100 hadirin telah hadir rata-rata dari kawasan Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough dan Sheffield.

Majlis dimulakan pada pukul 3.30 petang dengan alunan ayat suci Al-Quran oleh saudara Syamil. Kemudian, ucapan alu-aluan oleh Timbalan Penghulu Nottingham Malaysian Community (NMC), saudara Dzulkifli Mukhtar dan diikuti dengan pembentangan Israa Institution (yang dahulunya dikenali dengan Misi Kasih Palestin) oleh pengarah Israa, saudara Abdul Rahman Mohmad. Slot kemuncak ialah perkongsian dari saudara Abdul Azim Ismail, delegasi Misi Board of Trustee Aqsa Syarif to Gaza (B2G) yang berkongsi pengalaman dan ibrah dari kunjungan mereka ke Gaza pada Januari yang lepas.

Slot istimewa auction Hope For Orphans Project (HOPE) berjaya mendapat sambutan yang amat menggalakkan dari para hadirin yang hadir. HOPE merupakan satu projek di bawah institusi ISRAA’ yang bertujuan untuk mengutip dana dari orang ramai bagi  menaja anak-anak yatim palestin. Jumlah kutipan dana dari auction HOPE keseluruhannya mencecah £5724.91. Syukur dipanjatkan kepada Allah SWT.

Sejurus selepas itu, auction barang dijalankan oleh saudara Hosni antaranya, MKP Hi-Tea Mug yang telah berjaya dijual dengan harga tertinggi, iaitu £72. Majlis diteruskan dengan deklamasi sajak palestin oleh saudara Hazwan Ariff Hakimi dan saudara Rasydan Fitri. Para hadirin juga disajikan makanan dan minuman petang sementara berhibur. Terdapat pelbagai jualan barang dan cenderahati palestin dijual dari gerai Friend of Al-Aqsa dan gerai ISRAA’ sepanjang majlis berlangsung. Tidak dilupa juga kelas Tunas Taqwa untuk kanak-kanak dan pertandingan dekorasi kad palestin dan pertandingan mewarna.

Majlis berakhir dengan penyampaian cenderahati kepada penyampai oleh saudara Ammar b. Abd Rahman, bendahari NMC. Para hadirin bersurai pada pukul 7.15 petang.

Pihak penganjur mengucapkan ribuan terima kasih kepada semua AJK dan hadirin yang telah sama-sama memeriahkan MKP Hi-Tea 2012.  Diharapkan pada masa hadapan, usaha-usaha sebegini dapat diperbanyakkan lagi supaya masyarakat mendapat pendedahan tentang isu Palestin dan dapat bersama-sama menyumbang. Semoga Allah merahmati setiap seorang dari kita dan melindungi saudara-saudara kita di Palestin.

Wassalam.

Disediakan oleh,

Shazrina Ngatemin,

Pengarah Program
MKP High Tea

Jurnal iLubnan 8 April : Tiba di sempadan Lebanon - Palestine

8hb April 2012: Visit to Lebanese-Palestinian Border

From ‘Umar, Al-Mughîrah, Thawbân, Abu Hurairah, Qurrah bin Iyâs, Jâbir, ‘Imrân bin Husain, ‘Uqbah bin ‘Âmir, Jâbir bin Samurah, and Abu Umâmah (may Allah be pleased with them all) who narrated,“The Messenger of Allah (may Allah bless him and grant him peace) said, ‘A group from my nation will remain adhering to religion victorious by it, and conquering their enemy. Not (the least) harmed by those who desert them, except for the hardship they suffer until the Command of Allah (the Last Day) comes to pass while they are still so.’ They (the Companions) asked, ‘O Messenger of Allah! Where are they? He answered,  ‘In Baitul-Maqdis (Jerusalem) and the environs of Baitul-Maqdis.’ (At-Tabrani)

The Lebanese-Palestinian border is approximately 3 hours south from Beirut. As we approached the border, we had to stop at several army checkpoints. At the last checkpoint, our passports were checked. Ironically, Palestinians are not allowed to go near the border without permission beforehand.

Despite looking composed every time we were scrutinised, it was a nerve-wrecking experience to be within close proximity to armed fierce-looking soldiers with tanks nearby. Imagine living with that every day, and having to pass such hostility just to have a glimpse of your hometown.

We passed by two more refugee camps; Ar-Rashidiah and Ain Helwah. The highway to the border was along the coast, and the difference between our views on the opposite sides was starkingly horrendous. On our right was the beautiful Lebanese coast. Luxurious hotels filled the panorama, with clear blue sea as the background.

In contrast, to our left was a disorganised area of crumbling, half-bombed buildings which was a sore to the eyesight. Even from afar, we could feel the suffering. How could people stay in those posh hotels fully aware that opposite them were people living in such disgraceful conditions?

As we approached the border, we saw several Lebanese villages which were destroyed several times by the Israeli army during their invasion. But these houses were rebuilt and rebuilt, again and yet again, every time this happens.

This is normal, according to Brother Mahmood. For them, life is about perseverance. They will continue to rebuild their lives, every time Israel tries to destroy them.

The Lebanese-Palestinian border is a long stretch of road, with a high wired fence on both sides. We stopped at several points along the border to get a better view.

Across the fence, we saw nicely arranged fields and houses. These are Israeli settlements in Palestine. There were cars passing with people looking happy inside, living life as if nothing had happened.

“Imagine people robbing your house, killing your family, and driving you away from your house. Then, you come back to see them living life there so guilt-free you wonder if anything really happened,” exclaimed Brother Mahmood as he gazed the land of his hometown.

We continued the journey, and Brother Mahmood sang Palestinian songs, as an expression of his deep longing to return home.

Then, we stopped at Hadiqah Iran, a recreational park facing the land of Palestine. There, many Lebanese families were enjoying themselves, however we decided to gather together facing Palestine and reminded ourselves the reason why we are fighting for this sacred land.

“We are sad, but we are hopeful. We believe that one day we will return, it is just a matter of time,” says Brother Mahmood.

He then reminded us the three conditions in order to liberate Palestine.

1.         Faith in Allah and his promise of victory (Al-Imaan Billah)
2.          Strong preparation; in terms of knowledge and material.
3.          Perseverance (As-Sabr)

At the last point we stopped by, we were literally 2-3m away from the sacred land. It was so near, yet so far, prevented by the high barbed fence and UN soldiers guarding the area. It was so frustrating and saddening at the same time. We vowed that one day, the fence will be torn down and we will have the chance to walk freely across the grass and pray in Masjidil Aqsa.

InsyaAllah.

 

 Ya Allah, please liberate Palestine and make us among its liberators.

-team iLubnan 2012

Jurnal iLubnan: 7 April

7^th April 2012: Visit to Institutions and Palestinian Refugee Camps.

The first morning comprised of visits to various institutions working for the Palestinian cause, specifically Humanitarian Relief for Development Institution (Al-Ghawth), Takaful for Child Welfare (Takaful), and the Palestinian Association for Human Rights (Witness).

Firstly, we visited Al-Ghawth, where they explained the organisation’s aims, vision, mission and future prospects.

Al-Ghawth provides material and financial aid to impoverished families, orphans, widows and disabled people. Their work involves mainly those living in Palestinian refugee camps; however they also cater to the general population of Lebanon.

When asked about funding, Sister Imaan smiled and said, “We may not have much money but doing charity work is a noble job in the eyes of Allah. Therefore we put trust in Him that He will take care of our affairs and ease our efforts..”

We handed a donation of £9,800 to Al-Ghawth.

Secondly, we went to Takaful, where we discussed about the long term plan regarding the Palestinian Orphan Sponsorship.  Following the footsteps of Aqsa Syarif, who were highly appreciated for the thousands of orphans they have adopted, we established a formal collaboration between Israa’ Institution and Takaful. We hope that this would facilitate more contributions from Malaysians in the United Kingdom and Ireland for these orphans.

Since the launch of HOPE campaign two weeks ago, we managed to raise £5, 600 which enabled us to sponsor 7 orphans for two years Insyaallah.

This sponsorship covers their basic living needs and education. Takaful monitors their progress monthly, and they shared how life changing this sponsorship was to these bright but unfortunate orphans.

Takaful also provided biodata of the orphans sponsored, together with a handwritten thank you note from the orphans which we shall distribute to the generous donors soon.

Next we went to Witness, which is an organisation fighting for Palestinian’s human rights. They carry out research and highlight various human rights issues at both national and international level, in addition to catering to local and individual needs for people in the refugee camps. We handed a donation of €2,300 to Witness.

Amazingly, there are only four main players behind this amazing feat. When asked how they managed this, Brother Mahmood said, “We are Muslims, not just by identity card, but by heart and mind. Therefore, one of us equals to 10 people.“ This reminded us of verse 65 in Surah Al-Anfaal,

“O Prophet! Urge the believers to war. If there are 20 patient ones of you, they shall overcome 200 and if there are 100 of you, they shall overcome 1000 of those who disbelieve, because they are people who do not understand. “

After lunch, we headed off to the refugee camps in Beirut. There are 12 Palestinian Refugee Camps in Lebanon, and 5 are located in Beirut. We visited Shatila and Burj Al-Barajneh.

Buildings were built in a haphazard manner, without proper foundation and structure. Houses were separated by narrow and damp alleys with an unpleasant smell, about 80cm in width maximum. Electric wires were dangling just above our head, intertwined with water pipes, causing several fire incidents and supply shortage in the past.

In addition, the Lebanese government discriminate against them, by denying them the right to buy property outside the camp, employment and also healthcare in public hospitals. Therefore, their only healthcare provider is the UN clinic in the refugee camp, which has limited manpower and medical supplies.

Although nothing can do justice to picture their difficult life, pictures below illustrate the sufferings of our brothers and sisters.

Despite all this, in the words of Brother Mahmood, who was raised in a refugee camp, “Life goes on”.

Stay tuned for our experience visiting the Lebanese-Palestinian border the next day!!

-Team iLubnan 2012-

Jurnal iLubnan: 6 April

6th April 2012: Journey to Beirut, Lebanon

Our main delegation, which comprised of 7 members departed from London Heathrow at 12:40pm, while 3 members of the delegation departed from Cairo, Egypt.

The main delegation’s journey was halted suddenly when thick fog covered Beirut’s sky, preventing any flights from landing in Beirut. Therefore, our flight was diverted to Cyprus.

After 2 hours of waiting, Alhamdulillah, our flight resumed its journey and we arrived in Beirut at 10:00 at night. Despite arriving later than our plan, we took the opportunity to refresh and purify our intentions.

Meanwhile, the delegation from Cairo faced similar problems. Their flight was initially delayed for a few hours. At 9:00pm, however, the crew announced that the aeroplane would only fly tomorrow and passengers were to sleep at a nearby hotel.

They arrived at the hotel at around 11:30pm, only to be woken up at 1:00am, as the flight was scheduled for 3:00am. Alas, the flight only departed at about 4:00am. But Alhamdulillah, they finally arrived in Beirut at 7:00am just in time to join the rest of the team.

This experience taught all of us patience, and was a good opportunity to remind ourselves of Allah’s power, as He mentions in Surah Ali-Imraan, verse 54:

“And they planned and Allah (also) planned, and Allah is the best of planners.”

10 delegasi Israa ke Lubnan

Assalamualaikum wrt. wbt.

Dear brothers and sisters,

Israa Institution under IKRAM UK & Eire continues to play a major role in contributing towards the Palestinian issue. Alhamdulillah, various activities and projects have been carried out for the past 18 months since our first visit to Beirut in October 2010 - leading to a total collection of £18,700 plus €4,600 (jazaakumullahu khairan katheera to all generous donors).

The donation will be handed over to several Palestinian organisations in Beirut during the visit, namely, Humanitatian Relief for Development, Al-Zaytouna Centre for Studies & Consultations (Bookshelf Project), Takaful for Child Welfare (Hope for Orphans Project, HOPE), Al-Quds International Institution, and Witness Association for Human Rights.

10 representatives from the UK and Ireland are scheduled to visit Beirut on 6th-11th April 2012, inshaallah.The delegation consists of:

1. Yusuf Johari (Sheffield), Chef de Mission

2. Mus'ab Shaharom (Leicester)
3. Muhammad Nazmin Yaapar (Sheffield)
4. Ahmed Zolkepli (Sheffield)
5. Anas Pauzi (Manchester)
6. Aiman Mukri (Dublin)
7. Abg Ashmirul Abg Abu Nawas (Kent)
8. Dr Wan Maisarah Abd Rahman (Leicester)
9. Dr Amirah Mohammad Razali (Leicester)
10. Aliyyah Mohammad Khuzaini (Bristol)

In conjunction to the visit, the representatives will also be undergoing a short course on the Palestinian history and issue under Al-Zaytouna Centre.

We thank you for your support and generous contributions, baarakallahu feekum.

Wassalam.

Abu Zayd
iLubnan Chef de Mission

Global March to Jerusalem, London Protest - 30 March 2012

Jerusalem is a pivotal city to all three monotheistic faiths. Shared worship in the city has been an essential part of its history and this plurality is facing increasing threats as Israeli policies on the ground continue to undermine all non-Jewish claims to the city.

Archeological digs have shown complete disregard for any Muslim or Christian legacies in the city. For the past three years, Israel has been digging in the Arab Silwan area of Jerusalem attempting to prove historic rights to this area (‘The city of David), however any evidence of Palestinian claims found in the digs are believed to have been covered up or disregarded.

The sacred Masjid al-Aqsa has faced numerous threats from extreme right wing Israelis who have attempted to storm the compound. These extremists have been escorted onto the sacred area by Israeli police and the result has seen clashes which have left many Palestinians wounded. Israel continues to impose restrictions on Palestinians wishing to pray within the holy sites.

Palestinian residents of Jerusalem continue to face the constant threat of having their homes demolished, and some have faced the nightmare of illegal Israeli settlers moving in to their homes. The result is abject misery for all the adults and children of the household.

“Under Israeli occupation in the last few decades, the Muslim and Christian Palestinian heritage in the Holy City of Jerusalem has been undermined and threatened. Israel has deliberately orchestrated changes to the facts on the ground to ensure that there is Jewish majority in the city at the expense of Muslim and Christian citizens. Ancient heritage sites are being wiped out and Palestinians are helpless against the assaults of local police and army personnel. They can no longer protect or guard historic sites and documents, and it is up to us to ensure that their plight is brought to the world’s attention,”stated Ismail Patel, Chair of Friends of Al-Aqsa.

The situation in Jerusalem cannot be ignored. Israel is physically changing the city beyond recognition leading to social and economical isolation from the rest of the West Bank. Palestinians who live outside of Jerusalem have almost no access to their city.

***************

Dear Brothers and Respected Sisters,

Assalaamu alaikum wa rahmat Ullahi wa barakaatuh,

I hope you are all well and in good health.As you may be aware the coming Friday (30/3/2012) is the day for the Global March to Jerusalem.

This is a global day full of global activities.We hope that everyone can participate in their own way; but moreso, those who deliver khutbah to use this occasion to remind the congregation about the Quds and its status in the hearts and eyes of Muslims and those who are able to attend the protest in London, please do so.

And may Allah bless you all in your efforts.

Regards and Salam.

Omer El-Hamdoon

President

Muslim Association of Britain (MAB)

124 Harrowdene Road, Wembley,

Middx HA0 2JF

United KingdomOffice: +44 (0) 208 9089109

Mobile: +44 (0) 7540385859

Website: www.mabonline.net

MKP Liverpool : Bulan Amal Palestin

Bermula pada 15 March 2012, ahli-ahli IKRAM Liverpool melancarkan Bulan Amal Palestin Liverpool. Tujuan program ini dijalankan adalah untuk memupuk kesedaran tetang isu Palestin di kalangan masyarakat Liverpool, mengumpul derma untuk rakyat Palestin dan juga untuk merapatkan hubungan antara ahli-ahli IKRAM Liverpool dan masyarakat setempat.

Aktiviti pertama ialah usrah gabungan untuk masyarakat Liverpool pada 15 march 2012. Pengisian untuk usrah ini disampaikan oleh saudara Abdul Azim Ismail yang menceritakan pengalaman beliau menyertai konvoi ke Gaza baru-baru ini. Pengalaman yang dikongsi berjaya membuka hati pendengar kerana berlainan dari program-program Palestin lain sebelum ini, pengisian yang disampaikan menyentuh isu-isu semasa dan cerita-cerita menarik tentang Gaza yang tidak dapat diperolehi dari mana-mana aktiviti lain. Sambutan untuk aktiviti ini amat menggalakkan dan kebanyakan peserta berinteraksi aktif dengan pengisian yang diberikan. Kutipan derma dan jualan kurma juga berjalan dengan baik. Respon yang diterima juga amat memberangsangkan dan pelbagai bantuan dihulurkan oleh masyarakat Liverpool untuk membantu menjayakan program ini.

Aktiviti kedua adalah liga bolasepak amal Liverpool Palestin pada 18 March 2012. Seramai 5 kumpulan terdiri dari 30 peserta telah menyertai liga ini yang berlangsung dari 9.30 pagi hingga 12.30 tengahari. Penyertaan dibuka kepada semua pihak dan peserta dari pelbagai lapisan masyarakat tampil untuk menjayakan aktiviti ini. Sepanjang acara dijalankan, jualan amal juga dijalankan untuk mengumpulkan lebih banyak dana untuk tabung Palestin. Permainan bolasepak disertai oleh gelak ketawa sepanjang acara dijalankan dan akhirnya setelah penat lelah bermain, semua peserta berkumpul untuk berkenal-kenalan sambil menikmati makanan yang dibeli. Pemenang liga tahun ini adalah kumpulan Brotherhood yang terdiri dari beberapa peserta dari Brunei dan seorang dari Portugal. Hadiah berbentuk hamper makanan disediakan untuk pemenang liga.

Aktiviti kemuncak adalah perbincangan tentang isu Palestin bertajuk ‘The Two State Solution’ yang disampaikan oleh Syeikh Majdi Aqeel, seorang director untuk INTERPAL.  Aktiviti ini berlangsung pada 20 March 2012. Sepanjang perbincangan dijalankan, Syeikh Majdi mengingatkan kita tentang kepentingan mempertahankan Al-Quds sebelum meneruskan dengan pengisian utama iaitu menyentuh tentang resolusi dua negara untuk Palestin dan Israel. Syeikh Majdi menerangkan bagaimana resolusi ini akan memberi impak yang buruk kepada masyarakat Palestin dan mengutuk tindakan zionist yang menjaja resolusi ini kepada masyarakat antarabangsa sebagai resolusi terbaik untuk Palestin. Pengisian ini berjaya menyedarkan peserta-peserta yang selama ini hanya menerima input dari media massa sahaja.

Sepanjang bulan amal Palestin Liverpool ini dijalankan, sebanyak £306.22 berjaya dikumpul dan diserahkan kepada INTERPAL. Segala hasil jualan merchandise dan kurma pula diserahkan kepada misi kasih palestin. Kami mengucapkan ribuan terima kasih kepada masyarakat Liverpool kerana turut sama menjayakan aktiviti ini.

MKP EMSY Charity Hi Tea : 1 April 2012

 

MKP EMSY Charity Hi Tea, Palestine : The Unforgotten Land

Details

Date: Sunday 1st April 2012

Time: 3.00-7.00pm

Venue: Pakistan Centre, NG3 1AX, Nottingham

Highlight of events

• Talks by Brother Abdul Azim Ismail, delegate of Board of Trustee Aqsa Syarif to Gaza (B2G) Mission
• Introduction to MKP and iLubnan by Brother Abdul Rahman Mohmad, director of Palestine Mercy Mission
• Palestinian Poem by Hazwan Ariff Hakimi
• Nasyid Performance ' NAFAS'(1st runner up NEXT '12)
• Hope for Orphans Project
• Auction
• Kids Competition
• Foods will be provided!
  
  

  
  

  Entrance Fee

• GBP 12 per person 
  GBP 6 for children (3-15)
• (Donations are most welcomed- 100% of profit will go towards the Palestinian cause)

For payment, please pay online to our treasurer, Nor Fahtin Nazera Mohamed:

• Name: Miss Nor F N Mohamed
• Sort code: 01-06-57
• Acc no: 46299998
• Reference
  • for Entrance Fee : MKP-(first name)
  • for Donation: CHARITY

Please email nazera_mohamed@yahoo.com.uk after payment has been made for confirmation.

How to donate through Paypal(donation only):

Paypal Email address: pat110_crisro23@yahoo.com

How To Register?

• Please complete the registration form  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGUtQUZvUVRoYmVpWElqekdRVUZ6UWc6MQ
• Deadline of registration and payment is Friday 30th March 2012
  
  
  
  
  For those who wishes to donate,but could not come to our event, 
  
  
  '1 Pound for Charity(Palestine)' Fundraising
  www.facebook.com/1PoundForCharity 
  
  

Register now!

Our small contribution means A LOT to our brothers and sisters in Palestine.

For more information and enquiries:

Visit MKP website:  mkpalestin.ikramuke.org

Visit our facebook page CLICK ME

Contact Shazrina Ngatemin (Project Director) at shazrinangatemin@yahoo.com