Support for Children of GISB Members
Government Assistance for Education
The Selangor government has announced that it will provide school assistance to the children of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) members who are enrolled in government schools. This aid aims to support the children who have not received formal education. According to state Islamic Affairs and Innovation Committee chairman Dr Mohammad Fahmi Ngah, there has been a request from the Selangor Islamic Religious Council for the 200 children released to be required to enroll in national schools. Each child will receive the assistance, and there is no specific allocation for the assistance, but the state government has received offers from contributors who wish to help.
Rehabilitation Programmes
The state government has also proposed that the Selangor Zakat Board (LZS) provides monthly financial aid to the children and former members of GISBH from the riqab fund to attend rehabilitation programmes. Dr Mohammad Fahmi explained that if given as a one-off payment, the individuals may not attend the programmes. The aid aims to support the individuals in their rehabilitation journey and ensure that they receive the necessary assistance to reform.
Call to Distribute Zakat
Speaking at the opening ceremony of LZS’s new headquarters on January 23, Selangor Sultan, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, reminded LZS to distribute zakat to eligible recipients, including those undergoing faith rehabilitation programmes due to their involvement in deviant teachings such as GISBH. The Sultan emphasized the importance of distributing zakat to those in need, including those who are undergoing rehabilitation.
Conclusion
The Selangor government’s decision to provide school assistance to the children of GISB members and to propose monthly financial aid to attend rehabilitation programmes is a positive step towards supporting the individuals and their families. The aid aims to provide the necessary assistance for the individuals to reform and reintegrate into society. The call to distribute zakat to eligible recipients, including those undergoing faith rehabilitation programmes, is also an important reminder of the importance of charitable giving.
FAQs
Q: Who is eligible for the school assistance?
A: The school assistance is available to the children of GISB members who are enrolled in government schools.
Q: What is the purpose of the aid?
A: The aid aims to support the children who have not received formal education.
Q: How will the aid be distributed?
A: The aid will be distributed to each child who is enrolled in a government school.
Q: What is the riqab fund?
A: The riqab fund is a fund managed by the Selangor Zakat Board (LZS) to provide financial assistance to eligible recipients, including those undergoing faith rehabilitation programmes.
Q: Why is the distribution of zakat important?
A: The distribution of zakat is important as it helps to support those in need, including those who are undergoing rehabilitation, and promotes charitable giving.