Charity Name: **MUSLIM EDUCATION CENTRE & WELFARE TRUST** 

Charity Registration Number: **1076268** 

Charity address: **4 The Parade, Totteridge Drive, High Wycombe, Bucks HP13 6UH** 

## **Annual Report for year ending 31[st] January 2022** 

**The MUSLIM EDUCATION CENTRE & WELFARE TRUST (MECWAT) has been a charitable organisation since 1999.** 

## **Trustees** 

The MECWAT has a board of trustees who manage and maintain the running of the charity on a daily basis. It was agreed that the Trustee Board should have full authority in which they may appoint or remove staff. The board give their time freely and do not receive a wage or any other financial benefits. 

Regular meetings are held with the board where all matters of the centre are discussed. Elections for the board of trustees is held every three years and it is our aim to appoint younger, professional individuals who can use their experience to move the MECAWT forward. 

The following make up the current board of Trustees: 

- Naveed Hussain – Chairman 

- Shabir Jogiat 

- Irfan Khan 

- Mazar Shah 

- Javid Anwar 

- Abdul Rashid 

## **Imams** 

`o` Waqas Rashid 

## **Aims** 

To serve the local Muslim community by promoting a greater understanding of Islam through charitable, educational, and social means. 

To contribute towards building and preserving bridges between communities and people at all levels through the pursuit of common values and interests. 

Our focus is split over 3 different ages/gender groups: 



- Youth – Ages 5 – 18 

- Adults 

- Women 18+ 

## **Objectives & Activities** 

## **EDUCATION** 

**Qur’anic Studies** - Reciting the Holy Quran with _tajweed_ (correct grammar and pronunciation) is taught for both girls and boys seven days a week. Classes are aimed at the youth between the ages of 5 and 18. However, there has been a demand to teach these classes to adults in the evenings and women from the Asian community who may not have access to just classes. 

We have a variety of formal and informal classes set up to cope with the extra demands from the local community. The classes for the children are particularly in demand with the MECAWT having a huge waiting list for the 6[th] year running. 

**Hifz classes** – Memorisation of the Holy Qur’an is seen as a rewarding and important part of the Islamic faith. We have regular number of youngsters and adults taking part in the classes which are running most evenings and weekends. 

**Islamic studies** - In addition to the daily classes, we also provide the children with practical advice on morality, how to be good citizens and how to be of benefit to the local community. We feel this goes hand in hand with being a good Muslim. 

**Language classes** - Basic Urdu/Arabic language classes are held over the weekend. These are predominantly for adults and older children who wish to learn. 

**English and Math tuition classes-** There was a need highlighted a number of years ago for younger students who were struggling with their daily school work. They would struggle to get help from home where often English wasn’t the main language. The BME gap is increasing and The MECAWT is continually looking at ways to reduce this. We have enlisted the help of local professionals who are attendees of the MECAWT to help provide both English and Maths classes. 

**Lectures-** Every month a renowned scholar is invited to deliver an influential speech to the youth, discussing current topics and issues. In addition, we have regular lectures which are held during the week, these are aimed mainly at the older youth and adults within the community. 

Separate bi-monthly lectures are held for ladies covering a variety of subjects. 



**Counselling services -** The MECAWT provides guidance and counselling to the local community via a variety of methods such as personal interviews, meetings, email correspondence and telephone. The overwhelming demand for this service has led to longer opening hours to ensure time is made to these important guidance and counselling needs. 

We are often called into mediate marital and other disputes which take place within the family environment, all in a confidential manner. 

**Social Contribution** - MECAWT  has been active Addressing key health issues common amongst the local Asian community such as thalassemia, diabetes and high blood pressure. We hold seminars throughout the year to discuss issues commonly affecting the local community.  We also offer Matrimonial Services i.e. performing Marriages (Nikah), counselling, and Study Circles – addressing Social Issues for both men and women. In addition to this we have teams who help out local charities such as helping with aid being collected for oversees disasters. 

**Youth** – The centre recognises the need to help guide younger Muslims understand the issues that affect them. Group sessions are conducted in English and encourage open and frank discussions. 

Issues such as racism, drugs, alcohol and respect for others are discussed and are aimed at social reform on an individual as well as communal level. By focusing this attention to youngsters we are hoping to build an integrated community where young Muslims grow up understanding and contributing the culture and society around them. 

Young adults who are either studying at university or working provide a vital role in guiding and providing non-judgemental confidential sounding boards. Youngsters who find it difficult to approach parents with questions are able to discuss issues such as s e x and drugs in a relaxed atmosphere. These young adults are also offering free tutoring to teenagers to help them with their studies. 

We have in the last year set up a Youth Group which looks at bringing the youth back in and off the streets. Currently we have a number football sessions, sewing classes and youth nights to provide the youth with a place to socialise and discuss their issues. We hope to expand our efforts over the coming year. 

**Charitable Contributions** - As part of the Welfare work the charity has been doing we have fundraised to  support a number of local and international organisations  responding to international disasters in Pakistan, Syria, Palestine, and Africa to mention a few. We have also become more involved with local charities and projects which aim to send out aid to those most in need. 

**Bookshop** –  is run 7 days a week and is open to all. We stock a large range of classical as well as modern day books and clothing. 

MECAWT also collaborates with the local community in interfaith projects and has representation on the Wycombe Muslim Communication Forum, a platform setup to actively engage with local council and Police authority. 



**MUSLIM EDUCATION CENTRE & WELFARE TRUST** 

## **INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022** 

|**INCOME**<br>Lillah<br>Zakat<br>Shop Income<br>Gift Aid<br>Parental Contribution<br>Student fees<br>Friday Collections<br>Miscellaneous income<br>Rental income<br>EXPENDITURE<br>Opening stock<br>Shop<br>Closing stock<br>Miscellaneous - Donations<br>Direct wages and NIC<br>Rates<br>Insurance<br>Heat and light<br>Water<br>Premise and equipment repairs<br>Subcontact wages<br>Printing, stationery and advertising<br>Telephone<br>Legal and professional fees<br>Cleaning expenses<br>Youth Programme<br>Bank charges<br>Bank interest<br>Travel expenses<br>Transaction charges<br>Depreciation of office equipment|4,500<br>6,181<br>-4,500<br>0<br>95,701|**2022**<br>£<br>28,230<br>630<br>2,400<br>11,847<br>0<br>80,901<br>58,481<br>0<br>14,420<br>196,909<br>3,500<br>8,117<br>-4,500<br>2,000<br>79,801<br>101,882<br>95,027<br>1,710<br>80<br>13,125<br>1,878<br>2,471<br>0<br>0<br>1,110<br>1,625<br>42<br>10<br>3,181<br>0<br>4,884<br>0<br>0|**2021**|
|---|---|---|---|
||||£<br>53,621<br>630<br>935<br>0<br>71,658<br>22,912<br>0<br>17,400|
||||167,155<br>88,917|
||1,710<br>1,777<br>6,613<br>550<br>1,144<br>0<br>0<br>1,064<br>1,528<br>516<br>679<br>0<br>0<br>636<br>0<br>0|||
||||78,238|





|Depreciation of fixtures & fittings<br>Donations to charity<br>**EXCESS OF INCOME OVER EXPENDITURE**|1,125<br>8,452|1,125<br>0<br>25,795<br>**69,232**|31,241|
|---|---|---|---|
|||||
||||**46,996**|





Charity Name: **MUSLIM EDUCATION CENTRE & WELFARE TRUST** 

Charity Registration Number: **1076268** 

Charity address: **4 The Parade, Totteridge Drive, High Wycombe, Bucks HP13 6UH** 

## **Annual Report for year ending 31[st] January 2022** 

**The MUSLIM EDUCATION CENTRE & WELFARE TRUST (MECWAT) has been a charitable organisation since 1999.** 

## **Trustees** 

The MECWAT has a board of trustees who manage and maintain the running of the charity on a daily basis. It was agreed that the Trustee Board should have full authority in which they may appoint or remove staff. The board give their time freely and do not receive a wage or any other financial benefits. 

Regular meetings are held with the board where all matters of the centre are discussed. Elections for the board of trustees is held every three years and it is our aim to appoint younger, professional individuals who can use their experience to move the MECAWT forward. 

The following make up the current board of Trustees: 

- Naveed Hussain – Chairman 

- Shabir Jogiat 

- Irfan Khan 

- Mazar Shah 

- Javid Anwar 

- Abdul Rashid 

## **Imams** 

`o` Waqas Rashid 

## **Aims** 

To serve the local Muslim community by promoting a greater understanding of Islam through charitable, educational, and social means. 

To contribute towards building and preserving bridges between communities and people at all levels through the pursuit of common values and interests. 

Our focus is split over 3 different ages/gender groups: 



- Youth – Ages 5 – 18 

- Adults 

- Women 18+ 

## **Objectives & Activities** 

## **EDUCATION** 

**Qur’anic Studies** - Reciting the Holy Quran with _tajweed_ (correct grammar and pronunciation) is taught for both girls and boys seven days a week. Classes are aimed at the youth between the ages of 5 and 18. However, there has been a demand to teach these classes to adults in the evenings and women from the Asian community who may not have access to just classes. 

We have a variety of formal and informal classes set up to cope with the extra demands from the local community. The classes for the children are particularly in demand with the MECAWT having a huge waiting list for the 6[th] year running. 

**Hifz classes** – Memorisation of the Holy Qur’an is seen as a rewarding and important part of the Islamic faith. We have regular number of youngsters and adults taking part in the classes which are running most evenings and weekends. 

**Islamic studies** - In addition to the daily classes, we also provide the children with practical advice on morality, how to be good citizens and how to be of benefit to the local community. We feel this goes hand in hand with being a good Muslim. 

**Language classes** - Basic Urdu/Arabic language classes are held over the weekend. These are predominantly for adults and older children who wish to learn. 

**English and Math tuition classes-** There was a need highlighted a number of years ago for younger students who were struggling with their daily school work. They would struggle to get help from home where often English wasn’t the main language. The BME gap is increasing and The MECAWT is continually looking at ways to reduce this. We have enlisted the help of local professionals who are attendees of the MECAWT to help provide both English and Maths classes. 

**Lectures-** Every month a renowned scholar is invited to deliver an influential speech to the youth, discussing current topics and issues. In addition, we have regular lectures which are held during the week, these are aimed mainly at the older youth and adults within the community. 

Separate bi-monthly lectures are held for ladies covering a variety of subjects. 



**Counselling services -** The MECAWT provides guidance and counselling to the local community via a variety of methods such as personal interviews, meetings, email correspondence and telephone. The overwhelming demand for this service has led to longer opening hours to ensure time is made to these important guidance and counselling needs. 

We are often called into mediate marital and other disputes which take place within the family environment, all in a confidential manner. 

**Social Contribution** - MECAWT  has been active Addressing key health issues common amongst the local Asian community such as thalassemia, diabetes and high blood pressure. We hold seminars throughout the year to discuss issues commonly affecting the local community.  We also offer Matrimonial Services i.e. performing Marriages (Nikah), counselling, and Study Circles – addressing Social Issues for both men and women. In addition to this we have teams who help out local charities such as helping with aid being collected for oversees disasters. 

**Youth** – The centre recognises the need to help guide younger Muslims understand the issues that affect them. Group sessions are conducted in English and encourage open and frank discussions. 

Issues such as racism, drugs, alcohol and respect for others are discussed and are aimed at social reform on an individual as well as communal level. By focusing this attention to youngsters we are hoping to build an integrated community where young Muslims grow up understanding and contributing the culture and society around them. 

Young adults who are either studying at university or working provide a vital role in guiding and providing non-judgemental confidential sounding boards. Youngsters who find it difficult to approach parents with questions are able to discuss issues such as s e x and drugs in a relaxed atmosphere. These young adults are also offering free tutoring to teenagers to help them with their studies. 

We have in the last year set up a Youth Group which looks at bringing the youth back in and off the streets. Currently we have a number football sessions, sewing classes and youth nights to provide the youth with a place to socialise and discuss their issues. We hope to expand our efforts over the coming year. 

**Charitable Contributions** - As part of the Welfare work the charity has been doing we have fundraised to  support a number of local and international organisations  responding to international disasters in Pakistan, Syria, Palestine, and Africa to mention a few. We have also become more involved with local charities and projects which aim to send out aid to those most in need. 

**Bookshop** –  is run 7 days a week and is open to all. We stock a large range of classical as well as modern day books and clothing. 

MECAWT also collaborates with the local community in interfaith projects and has representation on the Wycombe Muslim Communication Forum, a platform setup to actively engage with local council and Police authority.