Islamic Relief Malaysia

A-05-1, Paragon Point, Jalan Medan PB5,
Seksyen 9, Pusat Bandar,
43650 Bandar Baru Bangi,
Selangor.

WHAT IS ISLAMIC RELIEF?

Islamic Relief (IR) is an International relief and development charity/Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) with United Nation Economic and Social Council consultative status since 1993. Established in Birmingham, United Kingdom in response to the 1984 famines in Africa. IR has expanded to provide humanitarian aid in various fields including medicine, community building and education.

AIMS OF ISLAMIC RELIEF?

IR’s aims are to strive to alleviate the suffering of the world’s poorest people. IR respond to manmade & natural disasters and emergencies. Beyond the emergency phase, we are also engaged in integrated social sustainable development, working with local communities and other partners and donors.

WHAT IS ISLAMIC RELIEF VISION?

Inspired by our Islamic faith and guided by our values, we envisage a caring world where communities are empowered, social obligations are fulfilled and people respond as one to the suffering of others.

WHAT IS ISLAMIC RELIEF MISSION?

Exemplifying our Islamic values, we will mobilise resources, build Partnerships, and develop local capacities to :

1. Enable communities to reduce the effect of disasters, prepare for their occurrence and respond appropriately,
2. Promote integrated development & environmental custodianship,focusing on sustainable livelihoods,
3. Support the marginalised & vulnerable to voice their needs and to work with others in addressing the root causes of poverty,

WHO DOES IR HELP?

IR work wherever the needs are and serve people regardless of race, religion or gender.

WHERE ARE IR OPERATING?

For the last 28 years, IR have served in more than 40 countries and have established more than 100 branches in more than 30 countries around the world.

ISLAMIC RELIEF VALUES?

We remain guided by the timeless Islamic values and teachings, most specifically:

Sincerity (Ikhlas) : In responding to poverty & suffering, our efforts are driven by sincerity to God & the need to selflessly and honestly fulfil our obligations to humanity
Social Justice (Adil) : In enabling people & institutions to fulfil the rights of the poor and vulnerable and to discharge their responsibilities.
Compassion (Rahmah) ; The protection & well being of every life is of paramount importance and we shall respond to suffering brought on by disasters, poverty and injustice.
Custodianship (Amanah) : We uphold our duty of custodianship over the earth, its resources and the trust people place in us to be transparent, accountable and efficient.
Excellence (Ihsan) : We are committed to excellence in our operations and conduct, before God and to the people we serve.
IR’s STRATEGIC FOCUS AREA (SFA)

SFA1 – Protecting Life & Dignity
SFA2 – Empowering Communities
SFA3 – Mobilizing Change &
SFA4 – Strengthening the IR Partnership

WHEN WAS ISLAMIC RELIEF MALAYSIA ESTABLISHED?

Islamic Relief Malaysia (IRM) was officially established in Malaysia in 2005 with the main objective to continue IR’s humanitarian aid in the Asia-Pacific region, initially as a fundraising office but currently playing both roles as a fundraising office (for local & international projects) & field office (for implementing local projects). Islamic Relief Malaysia is also responsible to increase awareness and providing accurate and updated Islamic Relief information to the people in Malaysia and the region.

It was incorporated on June 25th, 2004 and launched by the former Prime Minister of Malaysia – Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamed on May 3rd, 2005 in Kuala Lumpur.

Other than fundraising, Islamic Relief Malaysia also implement community, economic and social development programs in Malaysia where the target groups of beneficiaries include, but not limited to, the poor, orphans, single mothers, senior citizens and the physically challenged.

HOW TO BE VOLUNTEER?

You have to register first through online at VOLUNTEER ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM and you have to attend Volunteer Induction Course (VIC) and book for VIC’s seat at ONLINE VIC REGISTRATION FORM and we will update you about volunteering activities through email, phone and our facebook page. If you interested with the activities , just respond our call.