Forthcoming Events
AFMA Families Day 31 Jul 10
Hopefully a fun filled day for all the family, all AFMA members will be getting further details in the next couple of weeks. Please contact the Secretary if you would like more information.
Asslam ul Aikum
(Peace and Blessings upon you)
A very warm welcome to the Armed Forces Muslim Association (AFMA)
AFMA is a new organisation and was set up primarily for Muslim in the United Kingdom Armed Forces.
AIM - The Association aims to enhance the well being of serving Muslim personnel and veterans of HM Forces
OBJECTIVES - With the interest of the Armed Forces and it Members in mind the Association will:
- Make the Chain of Command aware of the faith and cultural requirements of serving Muslims with a view to improving their working environments.
- Raise awareness of common issues facing serving Muslims.
- Support recruitment initiatives in the Muslim community and retention of Muslims in the British Armed Forces.
- Build bridges between the British Muslim communities and the Armed Forces.
- Foster good links with key MoD bodies and other relevant agencies, organisations and community groups in order to develop appropriate tri-service policies on all matters effecting Muslims to ensure a retention positive environment.
- Organise social and educational events and explore ways of enhancing networking amongst serving Muslim personnel and veterans.
- Facilitate spiritual and faith development for Muslims in the British Armed Forces.
- Provide specific welfare support to serving Muslim personnel, veterans and their families.
- Increase awareness of Islam within the Forces and promote inter-faith dialogue and good relations amongst various faith communities.
- Support the Muslim Chaplain.
Membership Area
You need to register with AFMA to get a password and login to access the Members Area. Please use the Members area to contact fellow members, exchange information, or to generally share information. Click here for Application to Join AFMA
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