History

Jeddah has a very large number of Indian expatriates, many of whom live here with their families. A vast majority of these Indians are Muslims. The social life of Indians in Jeddah is commendably active due to the presence of several organizations and clubs that serve the community in different dimensions. Some of them promote sports and games while some others keep the cultural traditions of the localities they come from alive, through different programs. No doubt, some of these groups are engaged in educational, religious and charity activities too.

It was in the year 1992 that a group of Indian ladies from the state of Kerala formed an organization by name "Indian Women's Organization (IWO)". The motive behind forming this association was the strong feeling that the religious activities among the Indian women were far less when compared to other programs. The group felt the strong need for the propagation of Qur'an and Sunna among their compatriots, a good number of whom were, and still are, unable to read the Holy Book. The organization thus embarked on its humble mission with whatever little resources at hand, identifying itself to be the women's wing of "Indian Islahi Centre, Jeddah".

Activities

a. Weekly Qur'an classes, one at Sharafiyya and the other at Azizia.

b. Periodic seminars, presentations, Quiz competitions and discussions.

c. Books and cassettes' library

d. Awarding scholarships to poor students in Kerala.

e. Financial help for widows, divorcees and the destitute.

f. Financial help for pain & palliative clinics in Kerala.

Organization in a nutshell

Aim:

·        Propagation of Qur'an and Sunna.

·        Supporting charity work in India both materially and morally.

Membership criterion:

·        Preparedness to live by Qur'an and Sunna

·        Monthly subscription.

 Office bearers :

·        By election, every two years.

 Contact Telephone:

·        6318136 (President); 2273427(General secretary)

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Conclusion

IWO members and well wishers pray to Allah Almighty to help them achieve their noble objectives. They also request their well-wishers for their continued moral and material support to keep the wheels of the group rolling.