Accra: The Ghana Muslim Mission Women's Fellowship (GMMWF) has held its 14th National Conference in Accra, with a call on Muslim women to help build a more equitable and sustainable society.
According to Ghana News Agency, Hajia Mariama Obeng, the National Coordinator of the Fellowship, emphasized the invaluable contributions of Muslim women to society, highlighting their role in creating opportunities for themselves and their communities. The theme of the conference, 'Muslim women of faith and social justice: Building a sustainable future', aligns with the Fellowship's mission to empower women and promote justice.
Hajia Obeng stressed the connection between faith and social justice, noting their importance in building a more equitable society. Guided by the Quran and Sunnah, the Fellowship focuses on promoting compassion, justice, and service to humanity through advocacy and speaking against injustices.
The rotational conference serves as a platform for reflecting on faith, sharing experiences, and strategizing on addressing social issues. The GMMWF is actively involved in organizing conferences, seminars, workshops, and weekly dawah sessions to educate women on Islamic faith, rights, leadership, youth development, and community service.
Through these activities, the Fellowship has supported hospitals, orphanages, and vulnerable households, while establishing day-care centers in Greater Accra, Ashanti, and Central Regions. They have also established a girls' dormitory at the Beposo Islamic Girls Senior High School in Ashanti Region and are assisting in reconstructing a nursery block at Hijaz Basic School in Accra. Proceeds from the conference are earmarked for establishing the Dar Salam Ghana Muslim Mission Orphanage at Kadewaso in the Eastern Region.
Hajia Aesha Khidir Adam, Founder and Manager of the Iqra Educational Centre, spoke on social justice, defining it as promoting a fair society based on needs. She encouraged Muslim women to raise their voices against injustices in homes, schools, and communities, and to challenge systems that marginalize girls' education, widows, and childless women.
Advocating for equal access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities is seen as both a moral and religious duty. Hajia Adam emphasized the importance of social justice beginning in the household, where women play a key role in shaping future generations. She also encouraged women to prioritize self-care and seek support, framing it as a sign of faith.
Hajia Adam concluded by urging Muslim women to continue their invaluable roles in building communities grounded in faith and justice.