Introducing our new Head of Madrasah Centre of Excellence. Welcome Zulekha Hirji to the team!

This Mahe Ramadan we are pleased to announce our daily Ramadan podcast initiative of 'Journeying our eyes through the Qur’an - Exploring 30 Juz in 30 Days!'
Learn how you can listen to each Juz here.

The World Federation is delighted to announce the launch of Hawza Online - click here to enrol and learn more about how you can join this course.

Madrasah Centre Excellence has come a long way since inception - we've highlighted our key milestones for you. Learn more here.

Empowering ourselves through the Timeless Legacy of Lady Zaynab (as) with three short video Sister Nasim Walji Pirmohamed. Watch the videos here.

Learn about all the incredible training which took place between MCE and Madaris teachers this month!
7th November 2020

Maulana Dr. Mohammad Zainul Abideen, Resident Alim of our Islamic Centre in Kathmandu, started an online initiative for teaching the Qur’an in Nepal to help the locals to learn, understand and connect with the Holy Book. An open invitation was sent out for these classes to people of all age. Learn more about this here.

The WF have produced a series of videos to provide guidance and clarity for those in charge of administering the burial rites of the deceased. All the information put together is in accordance to the instructions given by the Marja’s Office. Learn more here.

The World Federation’s External Tableegh department organised online Muharram activities for the Spanish community members in Spain and the Latin American countries to meet their needs of Tableegh in their native language. Learn more here.

The Islamic Center in Kathmandu established by The World Federation in 2018 organized online programs and Majalis to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (as) and his companions during the month of Muharram.

Following the success of the book 156 Questions & Answers about the teachings of Islam, launched in March 2020, the Bosnian Office of The World Federation has translated and published 2 more books in the Bosnian language.

Books to read this Muharram and Safar from the WFSHOP.

Islamic Education is pleased to announce the continuation in our STEPS series with our latest and most comprehensive subject ever tackled: Islam and Religious Pluralism. Click here to learn more.

The Heavenly Path series continues with this latest title: "Building a Successful Relationship: The Heavenly Path". This book takes a detailed look at the cornerstone of society - the relationship between a man and a woman - throughout all the potential phases: the early years of marriage, marriage after children, and marriage after an empty nest. Click here to find out more.

This year, although we will not be going to a mosque to perform the Eid al-Fitr prayer, we should still try to perform it home as it is a recommended act of worship for the day. Click here to find out how.

The Islamic Center established by The World Federation in Nepal had the opportunity to host several events and organize exciting activities during the months of Jamadi al-Thaani and Rajab.

In a unique project sponsored by The World Federation, 68 participants including students, teachers and staff of the Islamic Education Centre embarked upon an overnight journey to Kuakata, one of the most beautiful seashore spots of Bangladesh, located at around 265 km from the city of Khulna on 22nd and 23rd February 2020.

For just £10 you can order our latest book on "Islam: Misconceptions and Challenges" from our WF-SHOP website. Find out more by clicking here.

The World Federation was blessed with an amazing opportunity to contribute towards various Muharram programmes held in multiple Shia centres around the world. These activities took place in the month of Muharram. Alhamdullilah, the programmes were received extremely well and had a positive impact on the local communities. Read more here.

The World Federation sponsored Muharram activities in Mauritius Island for the local residents. The majalis were held at Imam Jaffer Sadiq Islamic Centre located in Quatre Bornes. For the first time, the audience at the centre had the opportunity to learn about the incident of Karbala. Read more here.

The World Federation as part of its External Tableegh program, sponsored Sayyid Muhammad Sibtain Razavi to visit Havana, Cuba and Mexico City, Mexico after receiving several requests of assistance for a Muharram programme from the locals there. Click here to read more on the Muharram activities that took place in Cuba and Mexico.

As part of The World Federation External Tableegh agenda in remote countries of the West, the department hosted a series of lectures during the month of Muharram 1441/2019 in Bosnia in order to generate interest and awareness in the lives of the 14 Masoomeens (as) and to eradicate doubts and discrepancies with regard to the Shia faith. Click here to read more.

For the first time, various communities in Ivory coast participated extensively in lectures and lessons because these were conducted in French, a language which can be understood by many locals. Find out how these programmes played a crucial role in understanding Muharram.

The World Federation in collaboration with The Africa Federation was blessed with an amazing opportunity to contribute towards various Muharram programmes held in multiple local Shia centres across Africa. These activities took place in the month of Muharram. Alhamdullilah, the programmes were received extremely well and had a positive impact on the local communities. Read more here.

The World Federation and India Federation are holding two residential camps in India this December. Apply by 8th December. To learn more about these exciting camps click here.

Click here to read about our MCE TSP sessions that were held in India in June 2019 and to find out more about how your can get involved!

The Brotherhood Iftar Party is the first interfaith activity that has been observed to have brought peace and harmony among the various religious communities in the country. Read more about this interfaith event here.

On Thursday 20th June 2019, the first ever North American Muballigheen Seminar was held by The World Federation Islamic Education department in collaboration with NASIMCO.

Read all about the first Iftar held in Kathmandu Nepal by The World Federation External Tableegh Team

Seminar recap: New Khums ruling explained. Click here for more details.

As we enter Ramadan, take a moment to reflect on the spiritual importance of this month. Read this article to give you an insight into the significance of this holy month.

This Shahr Ramadan marks 1400 years since the martyrdom of Ameer al-Mu’mineen (as). Click here to watch inspirational videos in which scholars offer advice on how to ‘Become Alawi’.

Everything you need to know about the Madrasah Centre of Excellence (MCE) first training session in India!

The World Federation has been working closely with the Imam Mahdi Association of Marjaeya to ensure the compiled Islamic Laws are distributed across North America.

Are you a medical student or a medical professional and would like to go to Najaf, Iraq and learn how Islam is associated with medicine? Book your place for the Najaf Easter Retreat now. Find out more here.

Everything you need to know about the Madrasah Centre of Excellence (MCE) can be found here for 2019.

The World Federation is pleased to announce the launch of its updated and improved iSistani app, which is available immediately to download from the iTunes Store or through Google Play now.

Shaykh Nadir Visits Nepal. Find out about his trip here.

Click here to find out more about the Couples Retreats Last Year Recap

Click here to Apply for the Couples Retreat in Iran 2019. Deadline extended.

Information on the Couples Retreat 2019 can be found here.

Learn all about the lectures recited by Sheikh Dr. Farukh Sekalashfar at Dar Al-Zahra in Qom 2018

Applications for Easter 2019 are open, APPLY NOW! Limited spaces available click here to find out more. Deadline extended!

We’ve created an intuitive Khums Calculator App to help you calculate what you owe and make it easy for you to pay your obligation.

Khums is a compulsory religious obligation for Shia Muslims. It refers to paying a religious tax of one-fifth (20%) on, most commonly, your earnings after deducting your expenses. You can find out more about what’s eligible from our quick Khums Guide. This guide includes the new rulings with real examples.

Click here to the list of reciters for AFED

Click here to the list of reciters for CoEJ

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 29.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 27.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 26.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 24.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 22.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 20.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 19.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 17.

Kaffarah is a penalty for fasts that are unlawfully broken. Find out more and how to pay for Kafarrah here.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 15.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 13.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day 11.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day Ten.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day Nine.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day Six.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day Four.

The World Federation is pleased to introduce a series of videos to help us acquire closeness to Allah (swt). The first 5 videos will be an Introduction to Shahr Ramadan and for the rest of the Holy month we will focus on Akhlaq. Click here to watch Day two.

The World Federation of KSIMC is excited to introduce our daily 'Shahr Ramadan - Feed Your Soul' series. Click here to watch videos uploaded so far.

The World Federation and India Federation are holding two residential camps in India this April. To Learn more about these exciting camps click here.

Sayyida Fatima (sa) Bio: Sayyida Fatima (sa) was the only daughter of our Holy Prophet (saw). Read more about her here.

The Khoja Heritage Tour 2018 is taking place!

Available to buy from the WF book shop!

Read a short biography of Imam Ridha (as)

La Ziyarat spirituelle est une Ziyarat du cœur, dans le cœur et par le cœur.

Read on to find out the importance of the Arbaeen walk.

Read a biography of Bibi Sakina (sa), the daughter of Imam Husayn (as)

This Muharram, find out more about some of the companions of Imam Hussain (as) through our series of biographies

NEVER TOO LATE

THE TRUE MEANING OF OBEDIENCE

MARTYRDOM SWEETENS DEATH

TO SAVE YOU, O HUSAYN...

IN LIFE AND DEATH

The World Federation of KSIMC is facilitating payments for Zakat al-Fitrah, Fidyah and Kaffarah

We dedicated the last days of the month of April 2017 to holding youth camps in India

On the 20th and 21st of April 2017, we held a Youth Development Program in partnership with India Federation.

Shaykh Muhammad Khalfan’s new book, entitled ‘Prescriptions for Physicians’ is now available on The WF Shop!

The World Federation and India Federation are holding two residential camps in India this April.

Read our 2015 annual report to see a summary of all of our projects.

Earlier this year, Shaykh Kumail Rajani felt the need to start a project that would help people to better understand the meaning of oft-used Qur'anic Words.

The final article in The Labayk Series looks at people's most memorable moments from the entire Hajj experience.

This series of articles entitled 'The Labayk Series' has been written by a guest writer and aims to give those who have been blessed with the opportunity to go to Hajj this year a guide for their travels, inshAllah.

Please check back here soon to read this in French

In an expression of gratitude, the Khoja Shia Isna Ashari Jamaat Mumbai organised a felicitation program for Br. Shabbirhussein Khalfan on 18th June 2016 at Mehfil-e Mustafa, JuhuKapaswadi, Mumbai

The World Federation, in partnership with Mumbai Jamaat, held a Residential Youth Camp for girls aged 10 to 15 years from 30th May to 1st June 2016.

A two-day Mentor Development Program was organised by The World Federation in partnership with Khoja Shia IthaAsheri Jamaat Mumbai.

Dr Mohammad Jafar Elmi was the founder of the Islamic College and served as its principal from 1998-2007 and from December 2011 to 2015.

On the 13th of Rajab this year, The World Federation, in thought with this auspicious day, humbly presented Al-Tawheed School in Dar al Zahra with 10 new computers.

The World Federation is pleased to announce the launch of the long awaited residential Youth Camps at Khandala, India.

The announcement of the publication of this work was awaited eagerly. A twenty years wait for a new edition raises the question if the wait was worthwhile.

« Vers la vie éternelle » (Towards the Eternal Life) est désormais disponible à la boutique WF !

Le très recherché «Vers la vie éternelle» est désormais disponible à la boutique WF pour seulement £ 9.99!

Ayatullah Ishaq Fayyaz & his son Shaykh Mahmood Fayyaz met with The World Federation team & Shaykh Mahmood Fayyaz came into the WF office in Stanmore to meet the staff.

Revue MCE 2015

Le Madrasah Centre of Excellence (MCE) a quatre différents axes de travail:

1. Développement du Curriculum (Syllabus)

2. Développement des Enseignants

3. Ressources Éducatives

4. Évaluations

En 2015, nous avons travaillé avec des organismes régionaux sur l'amélioration de chacun de ces domaines pour nous assurer que les étudiants de notre madrasah apprennent dans les meilleures conditions qu’il soit. 

La guerre actuelle au Yémen a coûté la vie de 8 278 personnes, dont 2 236 enfants, et a fait 16 015 blessés. Le Responsable du Comité International de la Croix-Rouge (le CICR) des opérations au Proche et Moyen-Orient, Robert Mardini a dit que la situation au Yémen est en train de devenir l'un des "conflits oubliés" du monde.

“As long as the Ka’bah is standing, the religion (of Islam) will remain standing.” 
(Imam As-Sadiq, as)  
Biharul Anwar, vol 96, p 57)

The overall goal of this development programme is to increase the skills of teachers, and to shift their attitudes and behaviours so that they may be better able to support the learning of the students in the Madrasah.

Entering into the Holy City of Qum and feeling a blast of spirituality and peace. Home-coming and contentment.
Waking up to the melody of the beautiful Munajaat of Imam Ali (a.s.) followed by the Adhaan of Fajr.
Witnessing a glorious sunrise while listening to Dua e Ahad. Praying Salaat in Jam'ah.
Witnessing the gorgeous and peaceful gardens of Jamia-tuz Zahra as night softly falls and moonlight brightens the night around.

How is it possible that one country could bring me such a sense of fulfillment and purpose? I did not anticipate that this trip alone would be spiritually uplifting from beginning to end and that now, forever in my heart, it holds a special place.

The journey was Alhamdulillah an amazing experience. Once the participants arrived the course started in full swing with classes in the morning, outings in the evening and prayers in the Haram at night, the time flew by.

The World Federation is pleased to announce the launch of our new ebook “Seeking Elevation” - a verse-by-verse commentary of the Du'a 'Ya Aliyyu, Ya Adheem…’ by Shaykh Muhammad Khalfan.

Day Seven:

Its 11am here now and the temperature is at 40°. I have had a 5 hour sleep which should be good enough to get me going for what is my D Day today.

I come out of the tent and see people all dressed in white, some performing their wudhoo whilst some praying despite the intense heat. The Adhaan is then heard and everyone rushes to their tents to perform their prayers. Thereafter the whole place goes quiet.

The Council of European Jamaats (CoEJ) held the Neuro-Psychology of Learning Programme for Madrasah teachers earlier this year.

No words or phrases can ever give justice to the experience felt in Iran. Each experience, each moment and each second deserves a written biography, while still leaving you in frustration for not explaining it well enough.

Madinah and Bab boys - Click here to read the daily blogs

After a warm welcome of the Mentors at IKA airport, we were anxiously waiting to begin the Mentor Development Program (MDP). Alhamdullillah we all had a good rest before starting the day in full swing.

Ayatullah Bashir Najafi was kind enough to allocate a separate time for a meeting at his house. I got chance to sit with him almost for 30 minutes during which we spoke about the different activities of the World Federation of KSIMC and its members.

Shias on social media faced a mini-viral syndrome following the death of King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Aal e Saud of Saudi Arabia. Traditions predicting that the time of the Re-Appearance of our Imam (atfs) were being posted, liked, shared and re-tweeted everywhere.

The Qum Office was honored with the visit of Sheikh Mohammed Ali Ismail, ex-manager of The World Federation Qum office. A meeting was held between Head of Islamic Education, Sheikh Kumail Rajani and Sheikh Ismail.

Many have pondered on the human spirit, its purpose in this life and this world, its origin and its ultimate destination. People across the ages have devoted their entire lives to finding answers about the purpose of life, its origin and ultimate destination.

The Islamic Education Department of The World Federation recently published 3 books on the request of Sheikh Mahmood Fayyaz’s Najaf Office.

Based on a series of lectures by the author, this book attempts to address the social challenges faced by youth and community in today’s world.

Wessex Shia Ithna Asheri Jamaat hosted participants of the Diocesan Inspire Course at Al Mahdi Centre for a round table conversation. The Co-ordinator Marion Syms has penned the following report of this visit:

Hajj Special link

The World Federation is pleased to provide Marhum Mulla Asgarali’s Dua of Arafah with Gujarati translation for free download in MP3. The most important and touching dua to be recited on Arafah is Imam Husain (as)'s Dua which is recited by all Hujjaj on 9th Dhul Hijjah on the plains of Arafah.