By Karimatou Jallow
Women In Islam Charity Foundation has urged women to take up societal responsibility to ensure better communities in the 21st century.
The foundation made the call during a news conference held on 5th February, 2022 at Pipeline Mosque with utmost aim of educating the people on the role of women in Islam.
Speaking at the women dominated conference, Imam Basir Drammeh, said women have a pivotal role to play in Islam and in societies.
“Women have a great role to play in Islam and in the society since they are ones who will be with the children during the day it is their responsibility to teach the children good morals and values.
“During Prophet Muhammad (SAW) time we used to hear of women who sacrifices and dedicated their life for Islam and also saved the society in an Islamic way, we still have them but more is needed in order to ensure a responsible child who will contribute in the society in Islamic way,” the Imam told the gathering at the press conference.
However, he said the western culture has deeply affected how society operates, adding people want to live like westerners nowadays.
“The western culture has affected the people because they want to live a life that is not accepted by their religion and because of that we lack dignity, respect and values in the society and this is not what we expect from good Muslim women,” he added.
He advised women to exercise their responsibility on their children in an Islamic way and that will enable a good society.
Meanwhile, Saidy Sallah also said the foundation seeks to help those who are in need and assured their commitment to helping the needy people.
“This foundation was established to help those who are in need, and we have achieved some of our dreams of helping many people without any sponsor and we also plan to establish a school where female children will learn their deen,” she explained.
She therefore advised people especially women to join the foundation, to ensure development in the society and also help those who are in need.
