Hajjah:The General Authority for Zakat in the Hajjah Governorate conducted an expanded awareness-raising meeting for its staff on Saturday. The purpose of the meeting was to enhance the understanding and responsibilities of the staff concerning the distribution and management of Zakat.
According to Yemen News Agency, Dr. Mohammed Al-Akhfash, representing the National Council for Capacity Building and Decision-Making, highlighted the session's significance in fostering informed awareness and responsibility among staff. He emphasized Zakat as a cornerstone of Islam, crucial for resilience and combating "soft warfare," and stressed its role in promoting Islamic unity and societal strength.
Mohammed Al-Akwaa, Director General of Public Services at the Zakat Authority, elaborated on the "Public Responsibility and Management of the Nation's Affairs" program. He noted that working at the Zakat Authority transcends routine employment, linking it to religious duty akin to prayer, necessitating integrity and transparency in fund management.
Allamah Abdulmajeed Sharaf al-Din, from the Association of Scholars of Yemen, reiterated the purifying role of Zakat for wealth and soul, framing it as a divine trust. He stressed that Zakat personnel must uphold this trust with integrity, transforming their duties into acts of worship deserving of divine reward.
Sadiq al-Maafa, Director of Awareness at the Zakat Authority, described the gathering as a reflective opportunity to enhance responsibility and operations. He noted that previous approaches to Zakat focused on tax collection rather than aiding the prescribed beneficiaries, urging for improved practices.
Ali Al-Malahi, Deputy Director of the Zakat Authority in Hajjah, expressed gratitude for the support from the Zakat Authority and emphasized the importance of continuous training for capacity building and skill enhancement.
