Fatemi Dawat Annual Report 1435H-1436H by Fatemi Dawat

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FATEMI DAWAT ANNUAL REPORT 1435H-1436H

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‫سق َانَا‬ ‫ت الدَّعْوَة ِ الف َاطِمِي ّ َة‪ ،‬و َ َ‬ ‫اَلحمد ُ لل ّٰه ِ الّذ ِي اَسْ ب َ َغ عَلَي ْنَا بَرَكا َ ِ‬ ‫سَلْسَلِي ّ َة‪ ،‬وَصَلّى الله ُ عَلى مُحَم ّ َ ٍد وَعِتْرَتِه ِ ال ّزَكِي ّ َة‪،‬‬ ‫م ِنْ اَنْهَارِ عُلُوْمِهَا ال ّ‬ ‫طَي ِّب ِي ّ َة‪،‬‬ ‫ذَوِي ال ْمَك َارِ ِم ال ْع ُ ْدم ُلِي ّ َة‪ ،‬و َعَلى د ُعَاتِه ْ ْم اَع ْلَا ِم الدَّعْوَة ِ ال ّ‬

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This is the 1436H Annual Report of Dawat-e-Hadiyah, the Fatemi Dawat administration of the 53rd Dai alMutlaq Syedna Khuzaima QutbuddinTUS, head of the worldwide Dawoodi Bohra community. Last year in Shehre Ramadan 1435H, detailed guidelines for calculating Zakaat and other wajebaat dues were published. This Shehre Ramadan, 1436H, Syedna Qutbuddin has instructed the publication of a report of Dawat activities. The aim of the report is two-fold: (1) To demonstrate and promote an efficient, professional, compassionate, sustainable organization that will grow dynamically and multifold in the years to come, inshallah (2) To inform mumineen who are submitting Zakaat to the Dai al-Mutlaq about Dawat activities and upliftment programs in which Zakaat resources are allocated. Learning these details, each mumin will insha’allah be encouraged to get personally involved in Dawat activities by doing khidmat and contributing their skills and offering their counsel. All departments of Dawat have administered many positive projects and worked efficiently to achieve their mission of serving the 53rd Dai al Mutlaq and helping mumineen. This report explains where Dawat resources are being allocated, describes this year’s accomplishments, and explains future projects, under the following rubrics: (1) Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS Program. To establish Dawat and guide mumineen Syedna TUS has directed and presided over hundreds of hours of programs in Darus Sakina and other venues around the world during the course of the last year (page 5). (2) Vazarat Saifiyyah: Dawat Administration, Infrastructure and Finance. Syedna’s vision is that the Dawat administration, through efficient management of resources and long term financial planning, ultimately becomes a more productive and stronger organization, which harnesses and realizes the full potential of the community (page 7). (3) Dissemination of Dawat Knowledge (Ilme Aale Mohammad): Sabaq, Madrasa and Online Materials. It is Syedna’s direction that all mumineen should have access to Dawat knowledge, if they are willing to make the effort to pursue it. Hundreds of hours of sabaq have been conducted in the last year (page 9). (4) Legal - Bombay High Court Declaratory Suit and Gujarat High Court Writ Petitions. To establish the truth about Nass, Dawat has been involved on the legal front in multiple jurisdictions and countries. With Allah’s bounty, a favorable outcome will safeguard the future of Dawat and help many to the True Path (page 11). (5) Social Welfare I – Education (QJSP). The Qutbi Jubilee Scholarship Program (QJSP) actively promotes higher education and character development especially through community service. Additionally, QJSP supports educational projects, conferences, etc. that positively develop the academic scene in India and abroad (page 13).

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(6) Social Welfare II - Zahra Hasanaat (Upliftment, Medical Aid, Business Support & Muwasaat). Syedna Qutbuddin is concerned for the spiritual and material well-being of his spiritual children, all mumineen. His Dawat administration aims to ensure that all mumineen have at least the basic necessities of food, shelter, clothing, education, and occupation (page 15). (7) Ansaar-e-Fatemi Dawat - Community Activities. Ansaar members, mumimeen are undertaking various initiatives to reach out to their fellow community members, families and friends, through organized visits to towns, calling, etc. (page 17). (8) Outreach and Building Bridges. Many efforts were undertaken to implement Syedna’s vision to build ties of friendship and cooperation with people of all religions and ethnicities, including particularly our fellow Muslim communities, and participate actively in the progress of the nation and humanity at large (page 19). (9) Publications. Syedna TUS directed that Dawat related materials be published in print and online such that mumineen may benefit from Ilm of Aal-e Mohammad. This year nearly a thousand articles were published along with numerous print publications (page 22).

May Allah Ta’ala grant longest life till qiyamat to Dai of Imamuz Zaman, waaris of Syedna Taher Saifuddin RA and Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin RA, our Aqa and Moula, the one who provides us with guidance to stay steadfast on Sirat-e-mustaqeem and bestows us with invaluable ne’mats, Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS. May He keep Syedna on the throne of Health and Prosperity, and in his saya keep all mumineen, muminaat, and their children aabaad-shaad, happy, and prosperous always. Ameen.

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DAI AL-MUTLAQ SYEDNA KHUZAIMA QUTBUDDINTUS PROGRAM

The Blessed Mission of Syedna TUS Establishment of Imam-uz-zaman’s Dawat and the continuation of the great and enduring legacies of Syedna Taher Saifuddin RA and Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin RA, to bring Mumineen closer to the Dawat by: (a) Imparting the knowledge and ‘ilm of Aale Mohammed, (b) Hidayat, guidance, khayr-khuwahi and doa for Mumineen, with the high purpose of living a full life in this world and the attainment of jannat in the hereafter.

Program (1) Shehrullah Namaaz 1435H – Syedna TUS led all five faraz Imamat namaz daily in Ramadan. Syedna TUS also regularly led Imamat namaaz in Darus Sakina throughout the year. (2) Ashara Mubaraka - Mumineen mukhliseen gathered every day for Syedna’s waaz mubarak, Husain Imam matam majlis, and niyaaz-e Husain in Darus Sakina—with Husain Imam’s zikar, and in Syedna’s saya, a true Baagh-e Iram. Syedna Qutbuddin bestowed the greatest blessing of Ilm-e-Aale-Mohammad to mumineen and delivered waaz mubarak that inspired each and every soul to achieve greater heights in aqeedah (conviction) and akhlaaq (character). (3) Bayaans & Wasilas - During the year on various occasions Syedna Qutbuddin TUS enriched mumineen’s life with Bayaans of ‘ilm Aale Mohammed. From Shehrullah 1435H to Shabaan 1436H Syedna delivered Bayaan on 12 Miqaats in addition to the 10 waaz(es) in Ashara Mubaraka. Highlights of the Bayaan and several video excerpts were published by Syedna’s office on Fatemidawat.com. Syedna also lead washeq namaz and wasila on all auspicious occasions. (4) Sabaq - Syedna also delivered general sabaq for mumineen in which he fulfilled Allah Ta’ala’s command to Rasulullah SA “call towards the path of Allah Ta’ala by imparting wisdom (hikmat) and guidance

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(maw’izat hasanah).” Mumineen present took barakaat and guidance for living a full life in this world according to the prescriptions of Shar’iat, as good human beings, and while preparing for Aakherat. Syedna also delivered haqiqat sabaqs to those given raza. (5) Bethak (Audience for Muineen) – For many months regular Bethak was held for all mumineen each Saturday. Any mumin believing in Syedna TUS as Dai al-Mutlaq had access without conditions. Many mumineen came to Syedna’s hazrat for Misaaq, guidance in family and business affairs, to seek doa and benediction and also to seek aid. Syedna TUS also granted private audience to mumineen requiring such access. (Syedna also led janaza namaaz of mumineen.) (6) Meetings with dignitaries – Syedna TUS traveled to New Delhi for a meeting with the President of India Shri Pranab Mukherjee (see section on Outreach below). Several other high level meetings took place in New Delhi and Mumbai over the last year. Several community leaders also came to Darus Sakina to meet with and pay their respects to Syedna TUS. (7) Legal -- Syedna TUS, the Plaintiff in the Declaratory Suit filed in the Bombay High Court, appeared in person at the High Court to establish his case and face cross examination from the Defendant’s counsel (see section on Legal below). (8) Tasneefat (Compositions) – Continuing the legacy of Hudaat Kiraam, Syedna TUS composed munajaat and qasida in Shehrullah and Eid ul Fitar 1435H which were published in print and on Fatemidawat.com (see section on Publications below). The Risalat Syedna TUS began to author in Shehrullah 1435H is also in progress. (9) Administrative — Syedna TUS regularly looks into the various departments and areas of work to take reports and give guidance and direction as per a set weekly schedule as was the practice of Syedna Taher Saifuddin RA and Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin RA who sat in Saifee Mahal and Badri Mahal for around two hours every day to look into Dawat administrative and operational matters.

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VAZAARAT SAIFIYYAH: DAWAT ADMINISTRATION, INFRASTRUCTURE & FINANCE

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Mission (a) The Vazaarat Saifiyyah is the central office of Syedna’s administration of Dawat affairs. Its activities are guided by Syedna’s vision to call Mumineen to Dawat and organize community affairs. (b) The Vazaarat Saifiyyah endeavors to provide access to Syedna for all mumineen. The office aims to effectively communicate our Syedna’s benedictions and guidance to mumineen in religious and worldly matters. (c) The Vazaarat Saifiyyah aims to run efficiently and professionally. A system of meritocracy must be at the core of the organization where all those who serve Dawat in any capacity must be assigned responsibility based on their ability, sincerity and effort. (d) The Vazaarat Saifiyyah will work towards fulfilling Syedna Qutbuddin’s TUS vision, that the Dawat administration, through efficient management of resources and long term financial planning, ultimately becomes a more productive and stronger organization, which harnesses and realizes the full potential of the community. The ultimate goal is to ensure the continuity of the mission of Dawat and to provide a growing and sustainable civic structure and safety net to the community that is first class no matter where in the world it may be.

Activities (1) Community Building – Mas’ools (Coordinators) & Community Centers: (I)

Organization of Imamat namaaz led by Mas’ools (coordinators) in many centers in India and around the World in Shehrullah 1435H.

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(II) Establishment of community centers to help and support mumineen for religious and social activities. Each Markaz has a Mas’ul (Coordinator) who is responsible for organizing and facilitating the following: (i)

Ibaadat – Namaz and Majlis with Syedna’s TUS raza Mubarak.

(ii) Madrasa for children and Sabaq (iii) Rites – Birth (chhatti/Aqeeqa/Misaaq/Nikah/Burial) (iv) Social Support (Zahra Hasanaat Activities) – Helping those who require medical, educational assistance (Qutbi Jubilee Scholarship Program). (v) Community gatherings – social get-togethers (2) Calculation of Zakaat – Under Syedna’s direct guidance, we published detailed guidance for the calculation of Zakaat in today’s financial environment. It is the responsibility of the Dai to guide mumineen and elucidate how the stipulations of Rasulullah’s Shari’at applies in the present age. An automated form for calculating Zakaat was also created and made available through Fatemidawat.com. (3) Fatemi Council — Syedna Qutbuddin TUS constituted this Council last year. He appointed from among mumineen and muminaat a committed and professional group to consider and deliberate on matters important to Dawat, to formulate plans and solutions, and to report directly to Syedna TUS. (4) Ashara Mubaraka – Shz Taher bhaisaheb waaz was broadcast over YouTube. Thousands of mumineen benefited and took barakaat. (5) Dawat Departments - Refinement of the structure and functioning of Dawat Departments (details will be published soon) (6) Dawat properties - Efforts to ensure right of access to Dawat properties (Masjids, Qabrastaan etc.). (7) Report - Publication of the very first Dawat Activities and Resource Allocation Report.

Future Directions (1) Improvement of response time for Arzis submitted to Syedna TUS (2) Strengthening & education of Mas’ools (Coordinators) network. (3) Mechanisms for ensuring accountability of organizations run under Dawat, especially local jamaats. (4) Establishment of a corpus fund for long-term sustainability and growth of Dawat resources.

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DISSEMINATION OF DAWAT KNOWLEDGE (ILM-E-AALE MOHAMMAD): SABAQ, MADRASA AND ONLINE MATERIALS

Surat Taha: 114 - “And say, ‘my Lord increase my knowledge’”

Mission (a) Dawat knowledge, Ilm-e Aal-e Mohammad is the water of life, aab-e hayaat, which renders our souls angelically eternal and celestially luminous. This knowledge guides our path in this world and raises our ranks in the Hereafter. Rasulullah SA has said: “It is every Muslim man and woman’s obligatory duty to seek knowledge”. (b) Syedna Qutbuddin TUS has directed that authentic Dawat knowledge should be made available to all mumineen, mumenaat and their children who desire to obtain it, through the proper Dawat channels with Syedna’s raza (permission). It is important to keep in mind that (1) there are ascending levels of zahir and batin, and a talib-e ilm (seeker of knowledge=student) should progress appropriately within them, (2) questions are encouraged—Rasulullah SA has said “Asking good questions is half of learning”, and (3) modern technology can be harnessed to good effect for the purpose of disseminating Dawat knowledge (see Sijill Article Issue 7, “The Ilm of Aale Mohammed”).

Activities (1) Syedna TUS: taught general sabaq for mumineen and also higher haqiqat sabaqs (see details in Syedna TUS Program section). (2) Sabaq (I)

Shz. Taher bhaisaheb: taught 25 online general sabaqs, and 5 parts of “Cradle to the Grave” series. Also conducted haqiqat sabaq; completed first kitaab.

(II) Shzd. Dr. Bazat-Tahera baisaheba: taught online Majalis Mu’ayyadiyya sabaq every week through the year. In Ramadan 1435H, conducted Arabic classes for muminaat and youngsters in Mumbai. (III) Shzd. Dr. Bazat-Saifiyah baisaheba: taught four sabaq halqas, on history, tawil and haqiqat kitaabs, every week through the year in Mumbai, with some online members; written exams conducted regularly. ©FatemiDawat.com

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(IV) Shzd. Bazat-Tayyeba baisaheba: taught sabaq halqas on fiqeh and haqiqat kitaabs in Hyderabad. (V) Shz. Dr. Husain bhaisaheb: taught haqiqat sabaq; completed first kitaab. Also conducted Nass Q&A for mumineen mumenaat in Mumbai, which were posted on the Fatemi Dawat website. (VI) Shz. Dr. Aziz bhaisaheb: taught 28 general (weekly) online sabaqs on Dawat philosophy and history, with slides and visual materials. (3) Fatemi Madrasa (FatemiMadrasa.com) (I)

Shzd. Fatema baisaheba and Shzd. Arwa baisaheba: taught weekly Madrasa classes online to different age groups in USA and worldwide.

(II) Shzd. Bazat-Tayyeba baisaheba: taught regular Madrasa and Quran classes in Mumbai and Hyderabad. (III) Muminaat volunteers and Qaari: taught regular Lisan ud Dawat classes, Quran recitation and hifz classes and Madrasa classes to young children online. (IV) Insiya baisaheba (wife of Shz. Taher bhaisaheb) and team: published madrasa learning modules online at Fatemimadrasa.com. (4) Publications (many through FatemiDawat.com) (I)

Amal Details for all Miqaats.

(II) Series on History of Dawat, Ikhwanus-Safa, Qasidas & Doas in Translation etc. published on Fatemidawat.com. See section below on “Publications” for more details

Future Directions (1) Establishment of local madrasas where mumineen reside. Intensive courses will also be conducted at Darus Sakina. (2) Specialized courses for Mas’ul (coordinators) and training series for Dawat Khidmat (“Leading Imamat Namaaz”, “Ghusul, Kafan & Janaaza Namaaz”, “Teachings of Amirul Mumineen Maulana Ali SA for those in positions of responsibility” etc.) (3) Courses – Short online courses for adults (4-12 weeks) with a predefined syllabus and with certification covering the basics of our knowledge and moving up to higher levels (For e.g. “Survey of History of Dawat: From Rasulullah’s SA time to the Present”, “The Philosophy of Ikhwanus Safa: Selected Readings”, “Fundamentals of Tahaarat, Salaat & Zakaat”, “Fundamentals of Roza, Hajj & Jihaad”, “The Concept of Valaayat”, “Science & Religion”, “Quran: Fundamentals of Tawil interpretation”). (4) Sabaqs will also be conducted in languages such as Arabic and English as per request of groups of mumineen. (5) We will insha’allah continue and build up these activities next year, with in-person and online sabaq and madrasa, as well as published material for mumineen to use at home.

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LEGAL - BOMBAY HIGH COURT DECLARATORY SUIT AND GUJARAT HIGH COURT WRIT PETITIONS

The Bombay High Court

Mission (a) Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS approached the Bombay High Court seeking a declaration that he is the 53rd Dai, and for an order and injunction restraining Shehzada Mufaddal Saifuddin from in any manner holding himself out as or doing any acts or deeds as the Dai al-Mutlaq of the Dawoodi Bohra Community, and for other reliefs. (b) Syedna Qutbuddin has personally funded (done inayat) towards legal efforts of Dawat and has also allocated a portion of Dawat funds. He has also given raza to mumineen to participate in the effort, and many have contributed to the legal efforts.

Timeline of Events (1) His Holiness Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS made repeated attempts to resolve this internally, including by an invitation to debate this matter and establish his rightful claim based on Nass conferred on him by His Holiness Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin Saheb RA, the 52nd Dai al-Mutlaq. All attempts made by His Holiness Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS were left unanswered by Shehzada Mufaddal Saifuddin. (2) In April 2014 Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS files the Suit in Bombay High Court (3) On 29th April 2014, Syedna Qutbuddin’s Senior Counsel drew attention of the Hon’ble Court to the Defendant, Shehzada Saifuddin’s statement to court claims that he had not denied access to Plaintiff or his followers to any Dawoodi Bohra sites including Raudat Tahera, Saifee Masjid, and all other community properties.

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(4) 19th June 2014. Hon’ble Court proposes an expedited trial. Syedna Qutbuddin’s Senior Counsel agrees. (5) 15th September 2014. The Hon’ble Court frames the Issues (points in dispute required to be decided by the Court). (6) 18th March 2015. Dates for cross examination of Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS are given as 27th and 28th April 2015. (7) 27th and 28th April 2015. The cross-examination of the Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS begins on the 27th of April 2015 at 3 PM in the historic Courtroom No. 46, presided by Hon’ble Justice Gautam Patel. Syedna TUS takes the oath on Syedna Taher Saifuddin’s Quran and prays Bismillah before his cross-examination commences. (8) 15th June 2015. The Bombay High Court has set further dates for the continuation of the trial and the cross-examination of the Plaintiff’s witnesses (including the Plaintiff – Syedna Qutbuddin) on 29th and 31st July 2015, 3rd, 4th, 24th and 25th August 2015.

Other Jurisdictions with Active Legal Eﬀorts (1) Gujarat (2) UK Charity Commission

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SOCIAL WELFARE I – EDUCATION (QJSP.ORG)

Mission (a) The Qutbi Jubilee Scholarship Program (QJSP) actively promotes higher education and character development, especially through community and social service. (b) QJSP offers financial aid to Dawoodi Bohra students, as well as students from other communities, to pursue degrees in higher education in a variety of fields including Management, Arts, Engineering, Literature, Mathematics, Economics, Education and Medicine. (c) QJSP is dedicated to a holistic support system for students in pursuit of education and offers career and academic counseling to its applicants as well. Scholarships are awarded after an extensive application, essay, and interview process. (d) All recipients are required to fulfill a community and social service requirement to be eligible for scholarship renewal. (e) Additionally, QJSP supports educational projects, conferences, etc. that positively develop the academic scene in India and abroad.

Activities (1) Five Indian higher education scholarships awarded to Dawoodi Bohra students – more applications in process. (2) One Foreign higher education scholarship awarded to a Dawoodi Bohra student – more applications in process. (3) Eleven primary and secondary school scholarships awarded to Dawoodi Bohra students – more applications in process. (4) Scholarships awarded through Calcutta University (open to all students – up to 1 lac Rupees) (5) Partnership agreement reached with Athena School of Management (Mumbai) for support of Dawoodi Bohra Students (6) Partially sponsored Calcutta University Conference in March 2015 on Arabic and Persian in India. ©FatemiDawat.com

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(7) Established an expert Community Service Committee that personally guides and follows up with scholarship recipients as to how they can engage better in their community.

Future Directions (1) QJSP will continue to expand its outreach to both Dawoodi Bohra students and students from other communities by developing long term relationships based on scholarships, as well as other academic pursuits such as research and conferences (especially in the field of Islamic Studies in India). (2) QJSP aims to fund at least 10 higher education scholarships in India, two foreign higher education scholarship, and fifty primary and secondary school scholarships for the 2015/2016 academic year for Dawoodi Bohra students. (3) QJSP is also committed to offering scholarships to students from other communities. (4) In the next year, QJSP is planning on developing an active donor pool to facilitate a self-sustaining endowment fund that allows QJSP to preserve the original gift in perpetuity and regularly grant scholarships based on the principal’s earnings. QJSP also plans to develop an active and engaged Education Advisory and Mentorship committee that will support students in their academic and career related pursuits around the world.

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SOCIAL WELFARE II - ZAHRA HASANAAT (UPLIFTMENT, MEDICAL AID, BUSINESS SUPPORT & MUWASAAT)

Mission (a) The mission of Zahra Hasanaat is to help underprivileged mumineen and their families ultimately achieve self-reliance, and not just provide ad-hoc aid. It is Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin’s TUS wish that this will be achieved through personal interactions with mumineen, and where possible, through discreet visits to their homes. (b) Zahra Hasanaat activities focus on community needs but also extend to humanity at large. (c) Zahra Hasanaat deals with all individuals with respect and compassion, ensuring that the dignity of those receiving help is maintained. (d) Zahra Hasanaat aims to run professionally and with full accountability.

Activities (1) Zahra Hasanaat Medical Van (I)

Zahra Hasanat Medical Van provides primary care to patients by servicing them in 20 suburbs of Mumbai per week. Each van is accompanied with a doctor and an assistant/driver. We charge a nominal fee of Rs. 30, which includes 7 days of medicines and free consultancy of the doctor. We also provide blood sugar testing, and disburse medicines for chronic diseases like diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, anemia at a highly subsidized fee. In comparison, other local clinics of Mumbai charge upwards of Rs. 100 for only consultancy.

(II) Van facilities are open to all, irrespective of caste or creed. (III) The cost to patients is one of the lowest in any Indian clinics. (IV) In January 2014 the medical vans took a 3 months hiatus because the vans and doctors were threatened by unruly elements. Syedna Qutbuddin advised that our good causes should not be thwarted by such intimidation and the vans resumed services on March 15th 2014 in new locations.

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(V) In the last one year we have served over 28,924 patients. The number of patients benefiting from the vans is growing as the service becomes better known. (VI) Published regular monthly reports in Sijill. (VII) Association with a non-profit organization in Mumbai for improving efficiency and expansion. (2) Aid with Qarzan Hasana and Inayat to many mumineen who have fallen on hard times. This includes aid for payment of rent, settlement of medical bills, urgent medical procedures, medications and business growth (Educational finance and aid is channeled through QJSP). Many of these mumineen visited Darus Sakina during Syedna’s Bethak. (3) Food Aid - Organization of packaging and hand delivery of 3000 packets of qurbani meat on Eid ul Adha in Muslim Areas of Mumbai (see section on Outreach for further details). (4) Humanitarian aid (Gaza and Iraq) - Contribution to reputed charitable organizations during the escalation of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Iraq in August 2014. (5) Humanitarian aid (Kashmir) - Contribution to relief efforts in Kashmir following worst ever floods in 103 years in September 2014. (6) Humanitarian aid (Mumbai) - Contribution to Society for the Blind (Mumbai) towards fund for walking sticks. (7) Humanitarian aid (Nepal) - Nepal earthquake contribution for the rebuilding of lives and livelihood for the people of North India and Nepal who were affected by the devastating earthquake in April 2015. (8) Online Donation Portal — Created online donation portal for Zahra Hasanaat donations

Future Directions (1) Within the next year, Zahra Hasanaat plans on launching a third Medical van. (2) Launch and Expansion of Fatemi Dawat Health Initiative, which aims to Educate, Engage and Empower community members to improve their health. Will include Webinar series and other activities. (3) Instituting a medical education program that will help low and middle income families adapt cost effective health focused lifestyles. (4) Establishment of a quick, efficient streamlined Qarzan Hasana system for micro-loans. (5) Support of selected organizations that are doing commendable work for the good of society. (6) Establish a fund which would provide Qarzan Hasana and inayat for medical emergencies

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ANSAAR-E-FATEMI DAWAT - COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

Mission (a) Ansaar-e-Fatemi Dawat aims to function and offer support to Dawat and mumineen in light of Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS bayan last year in which he expressed his wish that all mumineen should take part in the activities and khidmat of Dawat, not only a select, privileged few. The name Ansaar is in reference to the great men of the Ansaar who supported Rasulullah SA in Madina. Ansaar is honored by this name as they are the supporters and Ansaar of the Dai of Rasulullah SA. (b) Today the Ansaar-e-Fatemi Dawat has approximately 150 members who are serving Dawat with commitment and sincerity, and participating in its work and activities.

Activities (1) Visits to towns and cities - Groups of Ansaar members visited various towns and cities in India and abroad to meet mumineen there; give them Molana’s paigham of doa and guidance; to inquire about their well-being and safety; to assist and help them in whatever way possible; and to give them encouragement in these difficult times to have clarity of mind and action. Some of the towns visited include: Baroda, Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Chennai, Poona, Calcutta, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Secunderabad, London, Leicester, Paris, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Houston, Chicago. Even in these trying times, wherever members of Ansaar went mumineen in significant numbers had the courage to meet with them; mumineen expressed their faith in Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin TUS to these members, and many also expressed their desire to do khidmat of Dai and Dawat. (2) Communication centre - Ansaar members reached out to mumineen all over the world who have contacted Molana Qutbuddin TUS office to express their aqida in him, through phone, email and messages; to communicate Molana TUS doa message, miqats program information; encouragement and support, answers to various questions of aqida, managing in these tough times. (3) Security - Syedna TUS personal security khidmat. (4) Legal - Various khidmats in the legal related efforts (5) Gatherings - Tawalli of namaz, majalis in mumineen towns and cities across the world (6) Events - Organization and preparation khidmat for Maulana TUS events ©FatemiDawat.com

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(7) Volunteer - Volunteer services for Zahra Hasanat

Future Directions (1) Doing khidmat in other committees and activities such as taiseer un-nikah, ghusul, kafan, dafan, and other relevant and pressing areas. (2) Expansion of network: Organizing local chapters of Ansaar various towns and cities of the world (3) Organizing social events and gatherings To become a member of Ansaar please contact email info@fatemidawat.com with your name, location, and phone number; you will be contacted by an Ansaar member.

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OUTREACH AND BUILDING BRIDGES

Mission (a) Syedna Taher Saifuddin RA wrote in praise of Rasulullah SA that, “he called people to harmonious coexistence, and forbade discord and hostility.” (b) In this spirit, Syedna Qutbuddin TUS has directed that Dawat and mumineen build ties of friendship and cooperation with people of all religions and ethnicities, including particularly our fellow Muslim communities, and participate actively in the progress of the nation and of humanity at large.

Activities (1) President of India — Syedna TUS called on the President of India His Excellency Shri Pranab Mukherjee at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi to convey the greetings of the Dawoodi Bohra Community. In the hour-long meeting matters pertinent to the role of the community in the future of the nation were discussed. The President cordially received Syedna and appreciated his prayers and vision for the community. (February 2015). (2) Eid ul Adha — On Eid ul Adha, Syedna TUS did 99 qurbaani in Darus Sakina, including qurbaani on behalf of a large number of mumeneen and mumenaat. Syedna’s tradition is that the meat from qurbani is packaged and hand-delivered with the message of Syedna’s doa to households of mumineen and muslimeen. The process of zabihat, cleaning, packaging, transporting and hand delivery is done on the same day. Local Muslim area residents in both Sunni and Shi’a areas responded enthusiastically and accompanied our volunteers during distribution. The recipients welcomed them warmly, deeply appreciating the qurbani meat as well as the gesture of sending volunteers to their doorstep. This year, over 3000 packets of approximately 1/2kg were distributed. (Dhul Hijja 1435/October 2014). (3) India’s Independence Day — Syedna held a Flag Hoisting ceremony at Darus Sakina on India’s Independence Day (15 August 2014) and Republic Day (26 January 2015), which was attended by local ©FatemiDawat.com

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dignitaries. Syedna TUS wrote a message of felicitation and prayer to notable leaders of the Nation, in which he said: “I extend sincere greetings and felicitations for the 68th Republic Day of India. Our Prophet Mohammad SA has said “Love of your nation is an integral part of faith.” My predecessors the 51st Dai, His Holiness Syedna Taher Saifuddin RA, and 52nd Dai, His Holiness Syedna Mohammad Burhanuddin RA, have for the past 100 years guided the Dawoodi Bohra Community on this path. Today as the 53rd Dai al-Mutlaq and Syedna of the Dawoodi Bohra Community, I continue in the tradition of my predecessors and guide my followers, to being good, peace loving and contributing citizens of our Nation.” (4) Former President of India Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam — Shz. Dr. Aziz bhaisaheb called on His Excellency Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, former President of India, at his residence in New Delhi. During the hour long meeting, Dr. Aziz bhaisaheb conveyed to Dr. Kalam the greetings and prayers of Syedna Qutbuddin TUS and also conveyed to him Syedna’s vision for education in the community and society in general through QJSP (February 2015). (5) UNESCO Conference — Shzd. Dr. Bazat Tahera baisaheba gave a presentation titled presentation “Imam Ali’s Preaching of Peace and Pluralism: Exhortations from the Nahj al-balagha (Path of Eloquence) and the Dustur ma’alim al-hikam (Treasury of Virtues)”at UNESCO (The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) Headquarters in Paris, France, as part of a roundtable conference on “The contribution of Ali ibn Abi Talib's Thought to a Culture of Peace and Intercultural Dialogue” (November 2014). (6) Calcutta University Academic Conference — Shz. Dr. Aziz bhaisaheb and Shzd. Dr. Bazat Tahera baisaheba participated in two consecutive academic conferences in Kolkata: (1) “Cultural Relations between the Perso-Arab World and India through the Ages”, hosted by the Asiatic Society of Kolkata in collaboration with the Department of Arabic and Persian, Calcutta University; and (2) “Arabic and Persian Accounts of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad” hosted by Calcutta University in collaboration with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Institute of Asian Studies and the National Library of India. The Qutbi Jubilee Scholarship Program (QJSP) was one of the sponsors for the event. (March 2015) (7) Alavi Bohra Community — Shz. Dr. Abdeali bhaisaheb & Shz. Dr. Husain bhaisaheb visited High Dignitaries of the Alavi Bohra Community— Alavi Mazoon (at that time and present Alavi Dai) al-Sayyed al-anbal Haatim Zakiyuddin Saheb, Alavi Mukasir Bhaisaheb Mohammad Nooruddin and Alavi RasulHudood Bhaisaheb Zulqarnain Hakeemuddin — at their central headquarters at Tayyebi Mahal, Baroda, who gave them a warm welcome imbued with mohabbat and sincerity. The said Dignitaries also visited Darus Sakina, Mumbai in May 2014. The Shehzadas again visited the Alavi headquarters in Baroda in May 2015 to convey the condolences of Syedna Qutbuddin TUS and the Dawoodi Bohra Community on the sad passing away of the Alavi Dai al-Sayyed al-anbal Taiyeb Ziyauddin Saheb. (8) Shi’a Community — Ansaar members in Mumbai distributed beverages on the niyyat of Imam Husain (SA) to thousands of members of the Shi’a community during ‘matam processsions’ on the occasions of Ashara and Chehlum 1436H (November 2014). (9) Bahai Community — A high level delegation of the Bahai community visited Darus Sakina for an audience with Syedna Qutbuddin TUS (Muharram 1436/November 2014). (10) University of Dhaka Academic Conference — Shz Dr. Aziz bhaisaheb gave a presentation on Religious Tolerance titled “A Foundation for Islamic Tolerance: Reflections on the Concept of the ©FatemiDawat.com

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Universality of Religions in Fatimid Thought, Policy and Practice” at a Seminar organized by the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh (November 2014). (11) University of Chicago Academic Conference — Shz. Dr. Aziz bhaisaheb and Shzd. Dr. Bazat Tahera baisaheba participated in two consecutive academic conferences at the University of Chicago: (1) “Ismaili Studies,” conference, where she delivered the opening welcome address on “The State of Ismaili Studies,” and he gave a presentation titled “The Analysis of Tahmid”. (2) “Islamicate Studies Symposium,” where she gave the panel opening address on “The State of Islamic Studies” (October 2014). (12) Ambassadors and Consuls — Meetings with Ambassadors and Consuls of several countries, including a visit to the Consulate of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to offer condolences on the demise of King Abdullah.

Future Directions (1) Insha’allah, we will continue and build on these activities in the upcoming year. (2) To meet people of different communities and promote interfaith dialogue. (3) Encourage mas’ools (coordinators) to facilitate inter and intra community dialogue and positive social projects (4) Participation in academic and interfaith conferences

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PUBLICATIONS

Mission (a) Syedna Qutbuddin TUS has directed that select Dawat related materials be published in print and online such that mumineen may benefit from Ilm of Aal-e Mohammad, have access to materials composed by our Mawali Tahereen for prayer, learn about Dawat history, literature and philosophy, and keep abreast of Syedna’s and Dawat’s activities.

Activities (1) Syedna TUS Philosophy and Vision — published on Fatemi Dawat website http:// www.fatemidawat.com/about/philosophy/ : Syedna Qutbuddin’s vision is a continuance of the philosophy and practice of RasulullahSA, Amir-ul-MumineenSA, ImamsSA, and DuatRA. His vision for Dawat is the true vision of haqq that is inherited from the Dais before him, Syedna Taher SaifuddinRA and Syedna Muhammad BurhanuddinRA. This statement contains sections on “Doctrine of Dawat-eHadiyah,” “ Practice: Shariat and Morality,” and “Social and Economic Issues” (including Education and Finance) (2) Syedna TUS Munajaat Shehrullah 1435H — in e-book and print with Dawat ni Zaban and English translation, and audio recitation. (3) Syedna TUS Eid ul Fitr 1435H qasida — in e-book and print with Dawat ni Zaban and English translation, and audio recitation. (4) Syedna TUS Risalat Sharifa — excerpt published, full Risalat will be published soon inshaallah accompanied by a summary in Dawat-ni-zaban and English.

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(5) Sijill Weekly Newsletter —a weekly publication of FatemiDawat.com that includes the latest news and instructions from Syedna Qutbuddin’s office, as well as several article series (listed in detail below). This report is being published in the 72nd Sijill. (6) Sijill Volume One book— e-book and print, containing the first 53 issues of Sijill, recording the first year of the 53rd Dai-l-Mutlaq’s time as Dai. Covering one solar year in 52 weeks, with an additional 53rd week, it chronicles the major events, directives and teachings of Syedna Qutbuddin’s Fatemi Dawat. (7) Golden Panorama book — a photo-book in e-book and print, which is a pictorial commemoration of the life and service of Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin’s esteemed Mazoon, Syedna Khuzaima Qutbuddin. (8) Qasida Meawiyya book — in e-book and print, with unique photographs, 100-verse qasida written on the 100th Milad of Syedna Mohammed Burhanuddin, Syedna Qutbuddin TUS narrates the celebratory events and recounts the achievements of Syedna Burhanuddin’s era. (9) Treasury of Virtues paperback book — Sermons, Sayings and Teachings of Ali: due to unprecedented high demand the paperback version of this edition and translation of Amirul mumineen SA kalaam, by Shzd. Tahera baisaheba, was released. (10) Tuhfat Tahera book — completed version of Maulana Qutbuddin’s alphabet-book for children, originally written in Syedna Taher Saifuddin’s era, with a Sifat (praise) of the Dai beginning with each letter, and accompanying short stories for children. (11) Syedna TUS bayan and wasila highlights — written highlights and/or video excerpts of sermons and discourses by Syedna Qutbuddin, some with Dawat ni Zaban transcription and English translation. (12) News & Events of Syedna TUS — containing announcements from Syedna’s office, including amal details, administrative instructions, and news. (13) History and Biography series — Dawat history provides invaluable lessons for the present. Our challenge is to learn from these lessons. This series of articles highlight significant episodes in the history of Dawat-ul-Haqq, and present brief biographies of our awliyaa’ kiraam. (14) Qasida and Doa series — including qasidas by Syedna Qutbuddin TUS, with Dawat-ni-zaban and English translation, and some audio recitations. (15) Ikhwanus safa series — articles on the Rasail Ikhwan al-Safa, the ‘Brethren of Purity’, composed by the ninth Imam, Imam Ahmad ul Mastur SA, at a time when religion was falsely positioned as being contrary to reason and science. The series focuses on the fundamental beliefs and balanced worldview espoused by the Ikhwanus Safa. (16) Hikaayat series — translations of fables presented in Da’wat books, many from the Ikhwanus Safa. The morals presented in these stories highlight the transience of this world and the importance of character and the Hereafter. (17) Women in Islam Series – discussing the area of empowerment of women in our religion. (18) Cradle to the Grave series — videos of short sabaqs presenting the teachings of Shariat about a Mumin’s life from the time he is born in this world until the time he leaves it. (19) Amal Details — amal details for miqaats and detailed instructions for mumineen with regards to what to pray on the specified auspicious days. (20) FAQ’s – namaaz and Roza Frequently Asked Questions

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(21) FatemiDawat.com website — a comprehensive portal for mumineen to keep updated on recent events, activities, and publications of Dawat, engage in Dawat ilm and history, and connect with other mumineen. See above for a summary of Fatemi Dawat Website Online Publications. (22) FatemiDawatLegal.com website — presents the plain factual data about the ongoing legal suits filed by Syedna Qutbuddin in the Bombay High Court (23) FatemiMadrasa.com website — presents written and audio-visual modules for teaching our children deeni taaleem (24) Mostbelovedson.com website — presents personal experiences of mumineen with Syedna Qutbuddin when he was Mazoon-e-Dawat, including Syedna’s paak-seerat and karamaat, and iqraar of his shaan by current detractors. (25) QJSP.org website — Qutbi Jubilee Scholarship Program (see details in Social Welfare I section) (26) Arabic Guided Reading Series — 48 books at 4 levels, published by Dr. Rabab baisaheba (wife of Shz Dr. Abdeali bhaisaheb) with Nelson Thornes/ Oxford University Press, UK

Future Directions (1) Shz Dr. Abdeali bhaisaheb’s book on Reason and Revelation, which provides an understanding of the Fatimid view on the subject, that reason is foundational to revelation (2) Dawat ni Zaban Learning Books for children (similar to guided reading series published by Dr. Rabab baisaheba for Arabic) (3) Continuation of Fatemidawat.com Series, including new series (e.g. Application of Quran-e-Majeed Today, Values of Our Awliya: Being a Good Human).

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