Assalamu Alaikum - Peace and blessings upon you
A very warm welcome to the Armed Forces Muslim Association (AFMA)
AFMA is an organisation that was setup primarily for Muslims serving in the United Kingdom Armed Forces. The Association aims to enhance the well being of serving Muslim personnel and veterans of HM Forces.
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.
- Organise social and educational events and explore ways of enhancing networking amongst serving Muslim personnel and veterans.
- 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 affecting Muslims to ensure a retention positive environment.
- 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.
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