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1.
WHY FGN WAS ESTABLISHED? T
he Future Global Network Foundation (FGN) was formed in Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia in 2006 with the aim of providing an alternative vision to the
prevailing global political order.
Today, we are moving fast to becoming an increasingly multi-polar
world - as seen in the strengthening of the European Union, the growth of
countries like China, India, Brazil and also the re-emergence of Russia as the
new centre of economic and political power in the world.
In this new equation or multi-polar setting, the majority of Muslims all
over the world are still fighting discrimination, injustice and poverty. Muslims in
Palestine, Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as minorities living in the non-Muslim
world are in desperate need of freedom and peace. In the context of the
current global politics and the rapidly fast and ever changing developments
in the world today, what would be the position of Islam in a multi-polar world?
Will Islam be able to rise to the occasion?
In this new
equation or
multi-polar
setting, the
majority of
Muslims all
over the
world are
still fighting
discrimination,
injustice and
poverty.
It is within this context that the FGN has a
role to play in raising global awareness of
the need for Muslims in particular to strengthen their brotherhood
through networking and embarking upon mutually beneficial
projects. The ascendence of the Islamic world as one of the
major powers in the global arena depends on the proactive
relationship and complimentary roles that should exist between
governments and civil societies.
2.
VISION
CREATING CIVILISED SOCIETY DEDICATED TO THE IDEALS
OF WORLD PEACE AND GLOBAL SOLIDARITY
3.
MISSIONS
3.1
3.2
3.3
To formulate a dynamic plan of action aimed at solving problems and issues confronting
the ummah in the context of the challenges presented by the New World Order, the
hegemony of the dominant powers, as well as contemporary global politics.
To create global concern and safety network for the plight of societies and communities
that are marginalized and persecuted as well as displaced through calamities and
natural disasters.
To formulate an effective plan of action aimed at creating network and mutual
understanding not only between Muslim NGOs but also amongst non-Muslim NGOs in
different parts of the world acting in concert towards creating universal peace.
4.
OBJECTIVES
5.
4.1
To address challenges on political and social injustice impacting on world peace.
4.2
To consolidate and foster a sense of identity and brotherhood among the ummah
that includes providing humanitarian and educational needs of marginalised and
displaced communities.
4.3
To create and maintain a website aimed at highlighting activities and research
findings, articles of scholarly standard, as well as mobilizing public opinion in favour or
against policies that may be controversial.
4.4
To create and maintain a comprehensive database that facilitates global
networking.
4.5
To organize training for youths, social activists and young professionals in carrying
out da’wah work, as well as developing leadership, managerial and entrepreneurial
skills.
4.6
To organise conferences, fora and talks aimed at highlighting the universalism of Islam
in the context of contemporary global politics.
4.7
To publish books and monographs aimed at disseminating research findings and
scholarly works of both Muslims and non-Muslims that are in consonance with the
objectives of FGN.
LEADERSHIP
F
GN is headed by Bro. Ahmad Azam bin Abdul Rahman, the former President (from 1997 to 2005)
of the Muslim Youth Movement of Malaysia (aka ’ABIM’), one of the most influential Islamic
Movements in Southeast Asia. He is also the Chairman of Global Peace Mission - a coalition of 77
non-governmental organizations (NGO) in Malaysia - a humanitarian-relief organization that provides
relief assistance and alleviates humanitarian crisis in areas hard hit by war and natural disasters or
calamities. He is also the Chairman of the Social, Humanitarian and Solidarity Commission, Union of
NGOs of the Islamic World (UNIW) based in Istanbul, Turkey.
Ahmad Azam is being assisted by a number of Committee Members, comprising intellectuals and
social activists with different background and expertise in religion, education, politics, economy,
administration, community development, ethnic and international relations.
6.
ORGANISATION & ADMINISTRATION
T
he five divisions under the organizational structure set up to carry out the vision and missions of the
FGN are as follows:-
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Bridging and Networking
Research and Publications
Educational, Da’wah and Humanitarian Projects
Training and Management Consultancy
Finance and Administration
The administration is being supported by six staff working on fulltime basis and assisted by a number
of local as well as foreign volunteers.
7.
FINANCE AND CONTRIBUTIONS
F
GN welcomes donations from government agencies, corporate sectors and members of the
public. Contributions can be made in the name of “Future Global Network Foundation” via Money
Order or Cheque addressed to:-
FUTURE GLOBAL NETWORK FOUNDA
TION
Aras 1, Blok Persidangan Alafanda
Kompleks Anjung Rahmat
Batu 6, Jalan Gombak
53100 Kuala Lumpur
Or direct to our bank account:Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad
Lot 254/255, Jalan Bandar 12
Taman Melawati
53100 Kuala Lumpur
Account No : 12-113-01-003041-2
Phone No
: 603-41077800 / 603-41076842
Swift Code
: BIMBMYKL
8.
AFFILIATION TO THE ‘UNION OF NGOs OF THE ISLAMIC WORLD (UNIW)’
F
GN is a member of UNIW. Bro. Ahmad Azam Abdul Rahman is a Council Member of UNIW and has
been appointed to head the Social, Humanitarian and Solidarity Commission with the gigantic
tasks of carrying out networking with other NGOs in different parts of the world through social and
humanitarian activities.
UNIW was established on 1 May 2005 in Istanbul, Turkey in response to a resolution that was reached
at “The International Conference of Non-governmental Organizations of the Islamic World
: Searching for a New Vision in a Changing World“. The
conference was represented by 300 NGOs across 40
countries.
Bulent ARINÇ (the then Chairman of Parliament) and
Abdullah GUL (the present President of the Republic of
Turkey) and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey were the
strong supporters for the formation of the union.
Necmi SADIKOGLU was appointed as the SecretaryGeneral of the UNIW for the first three years. He is the
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Turkish Voluntary
Organizations Foundation (TGTV).
The establishment of UNIW was aimed at unifying the Muslim
ummah globally. The founder of UNIW was of the opinion that the
effort in unifying the ummah was easy to accomplish through
the medium of an NGO whose approach is less bureaucratic.
To ensure that the Muslim NGOs that exists in different parts of
the unite it has to be affiliated under the umbrella of an union
(UNIW).
Currently, 130 NGOs have become members of the UNIW.
8.
PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES
THAT HAVE BEEN CARRIED OUT SO FAR
8.1
Website
FGN has launched a website – futureglobalnetwork.com. Being still in the state of
infancy, it requires upgrading and restructuring in order to make it more informative
and interactive. Apart from regular news about program and activities, we are also
working towards incorporating recorded speeches and lectures, especially on the
universalism of Islam in the context of contemporary global politics through podcast
and U-tube.
Database and International Networking
FGN has constructed a database of basic information such as mailing addresses,
contact numbers and other relevant information pertaining to prominent intellectuals,
academicians, social activists, religious scholars, NGOs as well as government leaders
and officials from local, regional and other parts of the world. The database facilitates
networking for advocacy work.
FGN leadership often organised meetings with representatives of international
students who are studying at institutions of higher learning such as the International
Islamic University (UIAM) and Universiti Malaya. It is through such meetings that we are
able to discuss issues and problems pertaining to Muslims in the context of contemporary
international and political affairs as well as strengthen Muslim brotherhood.
8.2
8.3
Seminar on Da’wah and Development [Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-East
Asia Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA)]
A Regional BIMP-EAGA Youth Seminar on “Islam from Da’wah and Regional
Development Perspectives” was held in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah on August 2-3, 2008.
Attended by some 400 participants and guests from amongst theMuslim youths in
the region, it was officiated by Datuk Seri Panglima Musa Haji Aman, chief minister of
the State of Sabah, Malaysia.
Among the Papers presented were:
BIMP-EAGA: From Regional Historical and
Islamic Civilization’s Perspectives by Dato’
Dr. Siddiq Fadzil, Chairman, Malaysian
Civilizational Research Academy
Youth and Pattern of Change in Thought:
The Regional Challenges by Dr. Mohd
Farid Mohd Shahran, Lecturer, International
Islamic University , Malaysia (IIUM).
BIMP-EAGA Modern Regional Islamic Da’wah: A Close Look at its Status and Current
Achievements by Bro. Ahmad Azam Abdul Rahman, Union of NGOs of the Islamic
World (UNIW).
Manpower Contribution of the BIMP-EAGA in Malaysian Economic Development:
Historical and Future Development’s Perspectives by Datuk Harris Mohd Salleh, former
Chief Minister of Sabah ; President, Sabah Islamic Foundation.
Da’wah and Regional Challenges - Panel Discussions by: Dr. Amin Senin, Deputy
Director, Aminuddin Baki Institute, Genting Highlands, Pahang; Prof, Dr. Mohammad
Noer, National Chairman, Dewan Da’wah Islamiyah Indonesia; Mr. Julasri Hajad of
Future Global Network; Haji Sainuri Yahmin, Chairman of WADAH Sabah; and Mohd
Shaukhi Mohd Radzi, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Malaysia Sabah.
Socio-Economic Development Potential of Muslims in the Region – Panel Discussions
by: Ir. Nashrullah Chatib, District Chairman of Dewan Da’wah Islamiyah Indonesia for
West Kalimantan Province; Haji Zakaria Abdullah, Director of Bangsamoro Research
Centre, Future Global Network; and Associate Professor Dr. Hj Kasim Hj Md. Mansur,
Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Malaysia Sabah.
The resolutions passed at the end of the Seminar called for the establishment of a
permanent Secretariat in Kota Kinabalu to serve as Operational Centre to monitor all
activities of member organizations in the BIMP-EAGA region.
The Social, Humanitarian Affairs and Solidarity Commission will be actively involved
in the planning and development strategies for Da’wah in the region. Bro. Ahmad
Azam was appointed Chairman of the Advisory Council of the Secretariat.
Mission of the Social, Humanitarian dan Solidarity Commission in Cambodia
The Chairman of the Commission for Social, Humanitarian Affairs and Solidarity of UNIW,
Ahmad Azam Abdul Rahman, led a four member fact-finding mission to Cambodia
from 2 – 5 July 2008.
The mission was assisted by Cambodia Muslim Intellectual Alliance (CMIA), a new
member of UNIW.
8.4
The main objectives of the mission
were to meet relevant authorities
in Cambodia in relation to the
development of Muslims and also
to identify areas where members of
UNIW can provide direct assistance
to the Champa Muslims, about
800,000 living in poverty.
The mission was well received by
His Excellency Mr. Othsman Hassan,
Secretary of State for Labour
and Vocational Training and His
Excellency Mr. Ahmad Yahya, Advisor with
Ministerial Status to the Prime Minister.
After a series of discussions, meetings and visits, the following proposals were agreed
upon:-
8.5 •
to organize a conference on the development and integration of Muslims in
Cambodia co-organized by UNIW, CMIA and Government of Cambodia in
2008/2009.
•
to convene Social, Humanitarian Affairs and Solidarity Commission meetings
and to seek assistance from the government of Cambodia in the area of food,
accommodation and transportation (UNIW member shall undertake own
travelling arrangements).
•
to visit Muslim villages, mosques and madrasahs.
•
to organise meetings with Muslim organizations in Cambodia.
•
to recognize that Muslims in Cambodia need a long term solutions for education
and economic development.
Development of Integrated Muslim Village
Bro. Ahmad Azam has been appointed Chairman of the Development Committee
for the planning of an integrated Islamic village known as Madinah An-Nur.
The proposed project is located on
13 acres of land in Kampung Sungai
Chinchin, Gombak, in the state of
Selangor, Malaysia. At present this area
is a traditional Malay village. The site
is approximately 13 kilometers away
from the city of Kuala Lumpur and 4
kilometers from the main campus of
the International Islamic University of
Malaysia (UIAM) in Gombak.
The Madinah Al-Nur (pronounced
Madinatunnur) will become a moden
and integrated Islamic village which upholds the concept of Hablum min Allah wa
Hablum min Al-Nas. Apart from developing residential areas, the proposed village will
have the requisite facilities that would enable Muslims living in the village to acquire
and enhance their knowledge as well as strengthen their iman and taqwa, apart
from fulfilling their fardu ain and fardu kifayah obligations.
The Mosque Complex
A double-storey mosque (named
Masjid Sheikh Muhammad Nur)
will be built at the centre of the
village as a symbol of the glory
of Islam and unity of the Muslims
living in Madinah Al-Nur.
The upper floor of the mosque
will be the main congregation
hall, while the ground floor will be
allocated for offices of mosque
officials, study rooms, computer
laboratory, library and general
office for the management of
Madinah Al-Nur.
The strategic location of the mosque will make it easily accessible to the community
living in various parts of the village. The jamaah will be made up of about 2000
occupants (of the 2 condominium blocks), senior citizens and students of Maahad
Tahfiz al-Quran. Overall, the situation in the settlement will always be conducive to a
large gathering of the jamaah not only for the compulsory daily and Friday prayers,
but also for other religious activities such as tahajud, qiamullail and tutorial studies.
The Masjid Sheikh Muhammad Nur would certainly be able to create the atmosphere
like what is commonly seen at Masjidilharam in Makkah and Nabawi mosque in
Madinah.
Contributions
Contributions from government agencies, corporate sectors and members of
the public are most welcome. A bank draft or telegraphic transfer can be made
available in the name of “FUTURE GLOBAL NETWORK FOUNDATION”. The name and
detailed information of our bank are available under item 7 above (Finance and
Contributions).
8.6
Educational Programmes and Da’wah for Children of Rohingya Immigrants
FGN received donations from public and private donors to fund the educational and
da’wah activities of the Rohingya children in Malaysia.
The children of the Rohingya in Malaysia do not have the
privilege to study in government aided schools as they do
not have birth certificates or any other official documents.
The military junta Myanmar does not recognize Rohingya
as citizens.
Under the Malaysian Education Act (1966) only three
categories of foreigners are permitted to enroll in
government schools i.e the children of foreign embassies,
children of foreigners who have legal work
permits and those who have been granted
permanent resident status.
In order to reduce the rate of illiteracy and
safeguard their aqidah, FGN, with the support
from the ulama and Rohingya community
leaders have started the madrasah educational
system to imbibe the Quranic teachings as well
as Fardu Ain to the children.
Since 2008, FGN (through fund received
from public and private donors) was able to
provide partial financial assistance to the
following 8 madrasahs:(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
8.7
Cheras Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Batu 4, Jalan Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur
Warta Baru, Selayang, Selangor
Taman Permai, Ampang, Selangor
Kampung Sg. Pinang, Klang, Selangor
Taman Senangin, Perai, Penang
Bagan Dalam, Penang
Bagan Lebuh Tahir, Penang
There are another 5 more madrasahs that have sought financial assistance from FGN.
As the fund is limited we are unable to fulfill their requests for the time being.
Apart from offering financial assistance, FGN also provides consultancy services
and distributes the of Quran and Muqaddam, as well as used clothings to the
community.
It is only through Islamic education that the Rohingya children in this country will
become good Muslims with iman and taqwa.
Free Distribution of al-Quran
FGN also invited fellow Muslims to
donate the Quran and Muqaddam
through the ’Celik al-Quran’ project
(understanding al-Quran).
Through this project FGN approached
government agencies and individuals
to donate al-Quran and Muqaddam
to be distributed to students studying
at
the Rohingya madrasahs, and
also madrasahs organised by other
misplaced communities such as
Bangsamoro, the refugees from the
Southern Philippines.
8.8
Humanitarian Aids
8.8.1 Fi Sabil Allah assistance – Eid al-Fitr contribution for Cham-Malay-Muslim
Community in Cambodia
FGN managed to get a local philanthropist to donate 80 pairs of new Baju
Melayu (Malay dress). The Baju Melayu, together with other used clothing
(altogether 10 boxes) were donated by friends. It was sent to the Cambodia
Muslim Intellectual Alliance (CMIA) to be distributed
to the new converts in Cambodia as well as other
Cham-Malay-Muslim community in Cambodia.
The project was made possible through the
cooperation of MASKargo which kindly extended free
transportation on the basis of Fi Sabil Allah.
The contribution, a short-term project, that provide
immediate relief to the affected communities. FGN is
working on a long term programme that will include
the provision of educational and economic assistance
with the cooperation of UNIW.
8.8.2 Contribution of Clothing and cattle for Qurban to the
Rohingya community
FGN was also involved in the collection and distribution
of used clothing to the Rohingya communities all over
the country.
Those items received are normally distributed through
the community leaders during our visits to the various
madrasahs from time to time.
FGN also donated a cattle to the Council of Rohingya
Ulama Malaysia (MUR) for qurban during the recent
Eid-al-Adha.
8.9
Training/Courses
8.9.1 Training for the Ulama and Rohingya Community Leaders
In 2008 FGN organised two training programmes for the ulama and the
Rohingya community leaders.
The first training programme themed ’Leadership
and Self-Development’ was held from 4 -6 January
2008. It was attended by 20 religious teachers and
committee members of the Council for Rohingya
Ulama (MUR). The second course on ’Leadership
and Management’ was held from 27-29 June
2008. It was again attended by 20 Rohingya
community leaders (including a few who were
Myanmar Muslims). They were selected from the
states of Johore, Selangor, Penang, Terengganu
and Federal Territory.
The two courses were intended to enhance
leadership skills and also to expose participants
to basic concept of modern management
so that they would be able to administer the madrasahs and other welfare
organisations effectively.
By empowering the ulamas and community leaders we hope they will be
able to provide a strong and sound leadership that will enable every level of
Rohingya community living in Malaysia to be a good Muslim community that
will uphold the principle of ’amal makruf nahi munkar’.
The speakers includes:(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
Bro. Ahmad Azam Abdul Rahman, FGN Chairman
Bro. Abdul Munir bin Haji Ismail, Assistant Director, Dakwah Division, Jabatan
Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (JAWI)
Bro. Haris A. Hamid, FGN Committee Member and also a corporate figure.
Bro. Mahyudin Shaari, Chairman, Foundation of Takmir, Malaysian Muslim Youth
Movement (ABIM).
Bro. Sawmee Ullah Nawzumeah, a lawyer of Rohingya origin
Bro. Ghazali Yasin, FGN Project Director.
8.9.2 Enterprenueral Training
FGN was invited to jointly organise the Basic Training for Young Enterpreneurs
organised by the National Entreprenueral Institute (INSKEN) and Blue-T
Communications Sdn. Bhd. on 19 - 23 December 2008 at Air Tenang Resort,
Janda Baik, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
The course was attended by
47 participants comprising of
graduands who have successfully
attended the diploma program in
Hotel Management at the Selayang
Community College as well as
Information Technology graduands
from Sabak Bernam Community
College, Selangor.
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Bro. Ahmad Azam Abdul Rahman, FGN Chairman, was
appointed as Master Trainer. He holds an MBA.
The participants were trained on approaches that would enable
them to analyse their inner self with the ability to identify their
own strength and weaknesses. They were also taught how to
create the space for business opportunities, and handle threats
and challenges that they would have to face before getting
involved in business.
Participants were reminded to strengthen their spiritual aspects
to ensure that whatever undertaking they embark upon will get
the blessings from Allah s.w.t..
Bro. Othman Mohammed (the founder and owner of BlueT Communications Sdn. Bhd) and his team revealed their
experiences in encountering numerous difficulties in transforming
the company from just a small photocopying services shop into
what it is today - a successful company currently employing 40
staff members.
Ms. Wan Azizah binti Yusof and Bro. Ghazali Yasin from FGN have been acting
as facilitators together with three other officials from Blue-T.
8.9.3 Simposium Nuqaba’ 2009 Anjuran Kolej Mara Banting
Bro. Ahmad Azam Abdul Rahman was the Master Trainer at the 2009 Nuqaba’
Simposium organised by Mara College Banting (MCB), Selangor from 16 - 18
January 2009 at the Sultan Abdul Samad Mosque, Kuala Lumpur International
Airport, Sepang.
Some 100 MCB students attended the program. They comprise students who
have scored excellent results in the previous SPM examinations.They were
selected by the government to undergo a preparatory course at the MCB
before being sent overseas to attend professional courses such as medicine,
engineering, actuarial science, bioscience, information technology and
others.
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In his presentation over 3 days and 2 nights,
Bro. Ahmad Azam, among others, emphasised
the need for carrying out da’wah effectively.
Anyone who is involved in da’wah activity should
make it a point to get himself familiar with the
reality of contemporary politics at the regional
as well as global levels. Participants were also
reminded of their roles and responsibilities of a
daie to be a good Muslim by upholding the
Islamic principle ’amal makruf nahi munkar’.
Group discussions were also held – stressing
team building, understanding self-awareness
through various techniques known as ‘Balance Personality Compass’, ‘Life
Chart’ and ‘SWOT analysis’. They were also guided on how to solve problems
by adopting the ‘Thinking Outside the Box’ technique.
The program intended to strengthen the students spiritually so that they would
be able to emerge as a balanced person not only excellent academically
and career development but also be able to be Muslims who can carry out
da’wah to strengthen the ummah.
8.9.4 A One-Day Seminar to Commemorate 100 Year Birth Anniversary of Bapak
Mohammad Natsir
FGN provided assistance to WADAH (UNIW member from Malaysia) and the
International Islamic College University of Selangor (KUIS) in organising a oneday seminar on the theme ’Berdakwah Dijalur Politik Berpolitik Dijalur Dakwah’.
The function was organised in commemoration of 100 years of the birth of
Mohammad Natsir. It was held on 10 January 2009 at KUIS Convention Centre,
Bangi, Selangor.
One of the objectives of the seminar was to create an awareness of the
tremendous contributions made by Mohammad Natsir in the areas of politics,
da’wah works, and Islamic thought.
Recently, Mohammad Natsir (popularly known as ’Pak Natsir’) was posthumously
bestowed with an award for national heroes by the Indonesian government
in recognition of ’his thoughts on the development of Republic of Indonesia’s
unity’. He was Prime Minister for a short period during Soekarno’s era and
founder of the Masyumi.
He was a great ulama, who
was highly regarded as one of
the most influential thinkers of
the 20th century in Indonesia.
Apart from being an activist,
Pak Natsir was also involved in
scholarly work. He authored a
book entitled ’Capita Selecta’
and a compilation entitled
Fiqh al-Dakwah’ (relating to
da’wah)
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A historian from Cornell University, USA, George Mc. T. Kahin, who wrote a book
on Pak Natsir refered to him as one of ’the last giants among the Indonesia’s
nationalist and revolutionary political leaders’.
The seminar was officiated by Hon. Tan Sri Abdul Khalid Ibrahim, the Chief Minister
of the State of Selangor and was attended by more than 1000 participants.
Bro. Anwar Ibrahim (a Malaysian Parliamentarian), who regards himself as a
student of Pak Natsir, delivered a keynote address entitled ’Pemikiran Pak Natsir
: Islam dan Kenegaraan’ (The Thinking of Pak Natsir : Islam and Stateship).
Other paper presenters included Professor Dr. Laode M. Kamaluddin, Bapak
Chris Siner Key Timu and Bapak Syuhada’ Bahari (from Indonesia), Dr.
Muhammad Nur Manuty, Prof. Dr. Mohd. Kamal Hasan and Dr. Zulkepli Aini (from
Malaysia), and Dr. Gamal Abdul Nasir Hj. Zakaria (from Brunei Darussalam).
A speech was also delivered by Ibu Asma Faridah Saleh, the eldest daughter
of Pak Natsir, who represented the family.
Bro. Ab. Halim Ismail, Secretary-General of Wadah and FGN Committee
Member and Bro. Mohd. Shah Abdullah (Deputy Rector of KUIS) were jointDirectors of the Seminar Organising Commitee.
8.9.4 Talks
FGN leadership often received invitations to deliver talks from government
departments and its agencies, colleges and universities as well as institutions in
both the public and private sectors and including mosques and associations.
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9.
PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES FOR 2009
9.1
Subject to the availability of sufficient funds, the FGN will meet the challenges of the
current year (2009) with cogent programs that have already been set in motion, with
emphasis on the following areas:(a)
Training
(i)
Training for Muslim Activists
To joinly organize a training program for youth between the ages of 18
and 35 years with religious institutions such as the Department of Mufti
of the Federal Territory, the Taqwa Foundation of the Federal Territory
Islamic Religious Council, Darul Quran JAKIM and other agencies.
Participants will be selected from amongst religious officials who
are serving in the government departments and Islamic agencies and
also college and university students.
1st Level
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2nd Level -
to train them to be event managers
3rd Level
to train qualified candidates to be master trainers.
-
to train them to be facilitators.
If FGN is able to obtain the required fund, participants from the
Malay world (Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Philippines,
Brunei, Singapore and Indonesia) shall also be invited.
(ii)
Training for Rohingya Ulamas
To continue conducting training programs among the circle of
Rohingya ulamas for the purpose of enhancing their knowledge and
the quality of leadership so that they will be able to carry out da’wah
work effectively.
Future programs will be organised with the cooperation of the
Department of Mufti of the Federal Territory (JAWI) and Yayasan TaqwaMAIWP.
(iii)
Skill Training for Rohingya Youth
To arrange for the Rohingya youth between the ages of 15 - 20 years
old to undergo training in repairing motocar or motorcycle engines
with the cooperation of government agencies such as Giat MARA.
(iv)
Invitation
To continue accepting invitations from government departments and
its agencies, corparate sector, associations, colleges and institution
of higher learnings in conducting motivational training programs
(incorporating the Islamic and spiritual dimensions).
(b)
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Development of Madinah Al-Nur
To ensure that specific plans of action that have been scheduled for the
development of the Sheikh Muhammad Nur Mosque in Kg. Sungai Chinchin,
Selangor would gather momentum in 2009.
10.
(c)
Regional Development Program
- SIJORI (Singapore, Johore and Riau)
- IMT (Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand)
- BIMP (Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia and Philippines)
To emphasise on da’wah activities and development of human resources in
line with the physical growth of the three regional development plan.
(d)
Meeting of the Social, Humanitarian and Solidarity Commission of UNIW
To organize meeting of the Commission either in Kuala Lumpur, Phnom Penh or
Zamboanga City (Southern Philippines).
By organizing a meeting at one of the cities mentioned above, members would
be able to access for themselves the real situation of Muslims living in the area,
and to identify problems that require assistance.
(e)
Website
To upgrade the content, design and layout of FGN website www.futureglobalnetwork.com - in order to make it more informative and
comprehensive, laying out the vision, mission and goals set out by FGN.
The incorporation of new features - podcast and U-tube shall be one of our
priorities.
(d)
International Networking
To continue carrying out familiarization visits to countries in the Malay world
(Southeast Asia) with the cooperation of Muslim NGOs in the respective
countries in the region. The idea is to bring together the NGOs in the region.
(e)
Conference, Fora and Talks
To organise a conference or seminar at the regional level that will focus upon
the strengthening of unity and solidarity among leaders of Muslim activists in
tackling issues and problems confronting Islam and the ummah in the context
of global justice and contemporary global politics.
CONCLUSION
F
GN leadership requires its staff and volunteer groups to always demonstrate good values when
discharging their duties and responsibilities. The 5 point values that constitute the belief system
and work culture of our organization are summarized as follows:‘Intellectualism’ - we believe that the power of knowledge and intellect are the main basis for the
flowering of a new and progressive civilization.
‘Spiritualism’ - we believe the relationship between man and the creator, that is Allah s.w.t, must
be strengthened to ensure that we are always guided in doing what is right and avoiding what is
wrong.
‘Activism’ - we believe in being pro-active, resourceful (problem-solving) and action oriented.
‘Ummatism’ - we believe the ummah must be the best among mankind; therefore we should strive
hard to strengthen the pillars of a strong and progressive society.
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‘Globalism’ - we believe that we have to serve mankind by empowering members of human family
with universal values that contribute towards global peace and justice.
With limited resources and manpower we are grateful to Allah s.w.t. that we were able to implement
something significant since the inception of FGN two years ago. We hope to rise to a new horizon in
2009 so that the continuing success will give us the much needed power to strive forward in meeting
the desired goals.
D eve l o p m e n t o f I n t e g r a t e d M u s l i m V i l l a g e
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