Vision Statement:


The World Federation exists to achieve the pleasure of Allah SWT by developing spiritual and vibrant communities serving humanity
Mission Statement:


The World Federation enables its member institutions to promote the values and practices of the Islamic Shia Ithna Asheri Faith for the spiritual and material well being of humanity at large

7th Triennial conference
Press Release

The 7th Triennial Conference of the World Federation of K.S.I.M.C. commenced on Friday, the 17th of October 1997 at 8.15 p.m. in London. In his keynote speech, the President of the World Federation Alhaj Mu1la Asgharali M.M. Jaffer alluded to the first Conference of the World Federation held in 1976, which had ended on the 17th October. The beginning of this Conference on the same date marks the completion of 21 years, a matter of historical significance.

The Conference was attended by 213 delegates and invitees from 52 cities 8-1ld 5 continents, with a conspicuous absence from Africa Federation. The observer's gallery was packed to its capacity , under the beautiful and sturdy marquee erected for the Conference.

The Regional heads of the Council of European Jamats, the Khoja Shia lthnasheri Jamat of Karachi, The Federation of Kutch and Nasimco presented their keynote speeches. The President of the World Federation, in response to Haji Ahmed Bhalloo, President of Nasimco, stated that it was sad to see that Africa Federation had chosen to remain absent. "Living in an atmosphere of civilisation" , he said, "we are more inclined to conducting a dialogue, rather than confrontation". He assured the house that once the dust has settled and the time is opportune, he would do his best to see that the relation with Africa Federation is normalised.

He further reminded the house that six years had elapsed since the first resolution for eradication of poverty in Gujarat was approved by the Conference. By the Grace of Allah, the World Federation has fulfilled its agenda there by constructing nearly five hundred houses. The next three years, he added, would be focused on the IEB (Islamic Education Board), by activating it all over the world.

The President of the World Federation proceeded to remind the house that the World Federation had not been established by anyone individual or organisation. It was the brainchild of so many like-minded thinkers who had assemblcd in London in 1975 and 1976, representing many parts of the world. This august body was seen as an umbrella organisation, and not just another "sister Federation". It is now time that our Community, wherever they lived, recognised the World Federation as a parent body, and treated as such.

As a parent body, the World Federation expects to receive full collaboration from its members, enabling it to work and serve without any red tapes and beaurocracies. He clearly intimated the house that while the World Federation will endeavor to see that its activities are conducted in unison, and are well received everywhere, no unnecessary red tapes will stop it from working wherever it chooses.

The President made three awards. One was given to Haji Aunalibhai Y. Salehmohamed as World Federation's liaison officer in India. A citation commending his continuous and untiring efforts was read by the President, urging him to continue with the same zeal. Another award, with a glowing tribute, was given to Haji Ahmed Daya, the Hon. Treasurer, whom the President called an "unsung hero". The third was conferred upon Haji Hasnain G. Walji, whose citation ended thus: "This citation is not a farewell message. It is a call to return to the helm and lead the Community."

A comprehensive and brilliantly delivered report of the whole term was presented by Dr. Sibtain Panjwani, the Secretary General. It dealt with the services rendered by the World Federation in all parts of the world, and spoke of our "tryst with destiny", summarised in our slogan: "We exist to serve".

The house noted regretfully that the resolution at the last Conference on the Restructuring of the World Federation had gone in default, as no report had been forthcoming within the given time frame. It unanimously recommended the Secretariat to endeavor and prepare its own paper on the subject, and submit it to the Executive Council at its second meeting scheduled to meet in February 1998. It was also recommended to take into consideration the paper on Restructuring prepared by the Council of European Jamaats.

The following were declared as Elected Office Bearers for the new term (1997 - 2000).

Alhaj Mu1a Asgharali M.M. Jaffer  -President 
Alhaj Hasnain G. Walji                    -Vice President 
Alhaj Ahmed Daya                         -Hon Treasurer

The President paid warm tribute to Haji Manzoorali Kanani, the retiring Vice President. During the past two terms, he said, Manzoor has seen tumultuous as well as placid days. His composure and resilience mark him as one of the best leaders we have. Manzoor was retiring on health reasons, and the President wished him good health and happy long life and all success in his aspirations.

The President as per the power vested in him by the Constitution, appointed Haji Sibtain Panjwani as the Secretary General.

The following were elected by the Conference as Executive Councillors:

1. Dr. Ahmed Hassam
2. YasinRahim
3. Dr. Sadiq Rahim
4. Shabbir Walji
5. Dr. Abbas Moledina


The President, as per the Constitution, appointed the following five Executive Councillors:

1. Haji Haider Haji
2. Haji Mustafa Jaffer
3. Haji Ahmed Dungersi
4. Haji Manzoor Kanani
5. Haji Masum somji

Vote of thanks was passed for London Jamat for its superb hospitality .

The Conference ended on Sunday, 19th October 1997 at 3.30 p.m.


Secretariat

23 October 1997

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