Updated 30 September 2008

One of the aims of the Bosnia Desk of The World Federation is to carry out external tableegh. To raise awareness and seek support for this initiative, the Bosnia Desk manager, Br. Abdulah Shabar, visited a host of UK Jamaats in August 2008. The Jamaat liaison and coordination was facilitated by The Council of European Jamaats (CoEJ).

Br. Abdulah visited the Jamaats in Essex, Leicester, Hyderi, Birmingham, Peterborough and Stanmore. These Centres were kind enough to give Br. Abdulah time to make a brief presentation, in which he spoke of his personal experiences in becoming acquainted with the teachings of the Ahlul Bayt (as) and his vision for the community in Bosnia.

The main projects that the Bosnia Desk is embarking on include:

• Bosnian Translation of "Islamic Laws" by Ayatullah al-Uzma Syed Ali Sistani;
• Bosnian Translation of "Karbala - Nafsul Mahmum", by Shaikh Abbas Qummi
• Housing loans for Shia families

By the Grace of Allah, the community warmed to these excellent projects and pledged some support. A community member in Birmingham commented, "Until now I thought The World Federation was involved only in projects related to the Khoja communities. I am glad to see that we are also active in Bosnia."

Br. Abdulah commented, "It was an excellent experience to have visited the UK Jamaats. Our brothers and sisters in these Jamaats were very supportive and encouraging. Without the community’s support, our projects would not be as successful as they are. I thank CoEJ for facilitating my trip and the Jamaats for welcoming me so nicely."

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