Issue 4: Oct - Dec 2009 - Association of Muslim Professionals

ISSUE 4 • OCT – DEC 2009 MICA (P) No: 260/10/2008 • ISSN 1793-8694A QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER BY THE ASSOCIATION OF MUSLIM PROFESSIONALSALLEVIATINGTHE BURDEN OFOUR BENEFICIARIES

A BRIGHTER FUTUREDear ReadersAs we approach the end of the year, many who are struggling financially face even more difficulties as theystart preparing their children for the new school year. Torn and worn school bags need to be replaced, newuniforms, books and stationery sets need to be purchased and cash for transport expenses needs to beput aside.To lighten the financial burden of these families, AMP organised several fund raising events for our Readyfor School Fund; the most recent being the annual charity golf event, featured on Page 2. The funds raisedwill enable AMP to help more disadvantaged students this year through its Ready for School Pack andAMP Education Bursary, and the new AMP-RFS PC scheme where disadvantaged madrasah students canpurchase a new desktop computer at a heavily subsidised rate.This issue of AMPlified also highlights a success story of a past recipient of the Ready for School Fund whohas done well in her studies and is now working as a tax officer in a statutory board. She shares how, inher determination to carve a better life for herself, she worked hard at her studies while at the same timetutoring other students for some income. She is now supporting her family of four, with the help of herelder sister.As we celebrate Eid, I urge you to spare a thought for those amongst us who struggle to improve theirfinancial situation. These families, especially those with school-going children, need our assistance andsupport. Together, we can help them in creating a brighter future for them and their children.I would like to take this opportunity to wish you a belated Eid Mubarak from all of us in AMP.We hope you enjoy this issue.Mohd Anuar YusopExecutive Director, AMPWHAT’S in STORESpreading a Little Aidilfitri Cheer 1AMP Iftar 2009 1Swinging a Helping Hand 2Giving Help, The HSBC Way 2Igniting Thought Among Youth 3Muslim Women’s Rights in Divorce 3Manage Your Life to Better Manage Your Finances 4Down with Drugs! 4Joint Effort Leads to Joint Success 4Subsidised Computers for Needy Students 5$tretching Your $ On Education 5Ready for the Future 6Pledging Their Way into the Hearts of the Needy 6Sweet Success 9Marketplace 10Highlights 10For advertising enquiries, please email winda@amp.org.sg.We welcome feedback, comments and suggestions onthe articles that appear in AMPlified. Please address yourcorrespondence to winda@amp.org.sg.EDITORIAL LINE-UPSupervising EditorMohd Anuar YusopEditorWinda GuntorSubeditorsNurul Jannah Mohd IsmailSuziyana HamidCreativeMuhd Hafiz Syahiddin JoharContributorsAspalela Mohd SallehCelia HamidFauziah RahmanHameet Khanee J HMuhd Hafiz Syahiddin JoharNurul Jannah Mohd IsmailRosedah AnuarShereen Mohd IdrisSuzieyati MalimarPhotographyNorizan NohNorsiah MuslimNureliza HamzahNur Liyana YunosSuhaili SaadEC 2009

SPREADING A LITTLEAidilfitriCheerby Suzieyati MalimarDespite having to wake up early on a school holiday, the mood of 380 disadvantaged childrenparticipating in AMP’s Kids Hari Raya Shopping on 1 September was noticeably cheery.This is the third year in which the shopping trip has been organised for beneficiaries ofAMP’s Adopt a Family & Youth Scheme (AFYS). This year’s shopping trip was extendedto those studying in tertiary institutions, thanks to the strong support received fromthe community.The younger children were each given a $40 First Lady voucher and a $20 Batavoucher while the older children were given a $50 First Lady voucher and a $30Bata voucher each. Each family also received a $20 Raja Kuih voucher to purchaseHari Raya cookies.AMP wishes to extend its sincere appreciation to First Lady, Bata, My StyleFashion and all donors whose support has gone a long way in giving thesebeneficiaries a brighter Aidilfitri.AMP2009by Suzieyati MalimarAMP recently hosted some 200 beneficiaries under theAdopt a Family & Youth Scheme (AFYS) at its ninth Iftar.Apart from enjoying a hearty meal of chicken andmutton briyani and local kuih, the beneficiaries receivedfood hampers valued at $50 consisting of dried goodsand everyday essentials. Hari Raya packets containing$5 were also distributed to the children at the event.At the end of the evening, each family was given packedmurtabak and briyani for sahur (pre-dawn meal) while thechildren enjoyed an ice cream cone each.Clockwise from top left:AMP staff toiling in the kitchen.AFYS kids enjoying their ice cream cones.Chairman AMP, Imram Mohamed, presents a food hamper toan AFYS client.1

SWINGINGa Helping Handby Nurul Jannah Mohd IsmailThe gloomy skies indicated an oncoming downpour thatwould have dampened the spirits of any golfer, but not theones who participated in the third annual AMP Charity GolfTournament. Eager and enthusiastic, they waited patientlyin their buggies, and as luck would have it, the skies clearedin a matter of minutes signalling the onset of a beautiful dayon the green.Held at the Seletar Country Club on 5 August, the eventwas graced by Mr Zainul Abidin Rasheed, Senior Ministerof State for Foreign Affairs. This year, Banquet Holdings PteLtd and Berita Harian were the main sponsor and supporterrespectively. The event also rallied the support of corporatesponsors and individuals who contributed a total of $150,000for the beneficiaries of the Ready for School Fund.At the dinner cum prize presentationceremony, a surprised Mr Harry Leewalked away as the champion of thetournament. Several others shared hisgood fortune when they won prizesduring the lucky draw where manyof them walked away with golfingequipment and electronic items suchas DVD players and flat screen TVs.Mr Harry Lee (right) emerged as champion of AMPCharity Golf 2009.A golfer celebrates after successfully putting theball into the hole.AMP extends its thanks to allsupporters and sponsors of thetournament and look forward to theirsupport next year!GIVING HELP,THE HSBC WAYby Nurul Jannah Mohd IsmailAt its Takaful Re-Launch & Cheque Presentation Ceremony held on 9 July at the Malay Heritage Centre, HSBCInsurance (Singapore) disbursed $100,000 to five beneficiaries as part of the purification of its Takaful Fund. AMPwas one of the lucky recipients to receive $20,000 which was channelled to the Ready for School Fund.2 ISSUE 4 • OCT – DEC 2009

IGNITINGTHOUGHTAMONG YOUTHby Shereen Mohd IdrisYoung AMP celebrated a new milestone on 15 August whenit launched its first publication entitled Igniting Thought,Unleashing Youth: Perspectives on Muslim Youth andActivism in Singapore at the National Library.Written by a group of youths who were dissatisfied withthe lack of books on youth and activism written by youthsthemselves, the book discusses issues that are importantto youths including the future role of Malay/ Muslim youthactivism in Singapore.Ms Rizwana Begum(right) is one of thecontributors of the newbook by Young AMP.Her article focuses onthe internet-mediatedMuslim identities ofSingapore youths.In conjunction with the launch, a lively and insightful paneldiscussion was held focusing on the theme Creativity andCriticism: Unveiling Ironies. The panel featured prominentindividuals such as writer, poet, and playwright, Mr AlfianSa’at and Founder and Artistic Director of The NecessaryStage (TNS), Mr Alvin Tan.In an effort to encourage more youths to speak up on issuesthey are passionate about, Young AMP has launched itsinaugural essay competition for pre-university and universitystudents. The best essays will be compiled into Young AMP’ssecond publication. Visit www.youngamp.sg for more details.Copies of Igniting Thought, Unleashing Youth:Perspectives on Muslim Youth and Activism inSingapore are available at all Kinokuniya Bookstoresand Select Bookstore at $21.40 (including GST).MUSLIM WOMEN’S RIGHTSin Divorceby Rosedah AnuarOnce again, INSPIRASI@AMP opened up mindsand engaged fellow counsellors through one of itsCounsellors High Tea sessions. The topic for the 24 Julysession was Talaq: Rights of Women in Islam conductedby Mdm Soraya Ibrahim, a prominent lawyer.Mdm Soraya, who has a wide experience in helpingwomen going through complicated divorce proceedings,shared with participants the different types of talaq ina divorce and the various Syariah Court processes ina divorce case. Through the session, she corrected thecommon misconception that Muslim women are always atthe receiving, and often, losing end in matters of divorcebecause only men have the right to pronounce them.Mdm Soraya Ibrahim sharing with participants the rights Muslimwomen have in a divorce.Participants were enlightened through various scenarioswhere women can seek and be granted divorce by thecourt. The participants, who were predominantly non-Muslim social workers and counsellors, were giventhe opportunity to clarify various issues pertaining todivorce and talaq. They agreed that the session hadgiven them a better understanding of divorce in Islamand will help when they work with their Muslim clients.3

MANAGE YOUR LIFE TO BETTERMANAGE YOUR FINANCESby Aspalela Mohd SallehSpeaker Mr Muhammad Nazri shares with participants how they can reduce debt.After receiving useful tips on spending smart from the firstfinancial management workshop, AMP’s beneficiaries fromthe Adopt a Family & Youth Scheme (AFYS) and TemporaryAssistance Programme (TAP) recently attended two moresuch workshops focused on Lifestyle and Credit & DebtManagement.The Lifestyle workshop, conducted by well-known motivationalspeaker and entrepreneur Abang Abu, was attended by65 beneficiaries. There, they learned how to manage theirdaily lifestyle to better manage their finances and eventuallyachieve financial independence and freedom.Abang Abu takes a question from the audience.The Credit & Debt Management workshop, which wasconducted by Mr Muhammad Nazri, benefited a group of130 beneficiaries. The speaker, who has a wide experience incredit research and fund management, explained the goodand bad points of using credit cards and how one can reducehis or her debt.The series of financial management workshops, aimed atcreating awareness and educating the attendees to bettermanage their finances, was organised by AMP under theCommunity Leaders’ Forum (CLF).JOINT EFFORT LEADS TOJOINT SUCCESSAETOS was one of the 15 employers that participated in the joint job fair.by Celia HamidFor the first time, the five self-help groups (SHGs) in Singapore – the Association ofMuslim Professionals (AMP), Yayasan MENDAKI, Chinese Development AssistanceCouncil (CDAC), the Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA) and theEurasian Association (EA) – jointly organised the Joint Self-Help Groups Job Fair on16 July. Through the job fair, the SHGs hoped to help unemployed Singaporeansto find jobs during the economic downturn. The job fair further complemented thetraining and employment referral efforts of the SHGs.The turnout was overwhelming, with lines at the registration booth snaking throughand out the OnePeople.sg building, where the job fair was held, even before thefair opened. More than 900 jobseekers registered for the 700 vacancies available.To date, approximately 40% of the jobseekers have secured employment.DOWN WITHDRUGS!by Muhd Hafiz Syahiddin JoharAMP recently received a NationalCommunity Safety and SecurityProgramme (CSSP) award in recognitionof its efforts at increasing awareness ofthe dangers of drug abuse among youths.Through its Youth Enrichment Programme(YEP) Anti-Drug Workshop conductedlast year, AMP, in collaboration with theCentral Narcotics Bureau (CNB), engaged100 students in a series of workshops thatcentred on the ills of drug abuse.The YEP Anti-Drug workshop was oneof 20 outstanding CSSP projects whichreceived the prestigious award.4 ISSUE 4 • OCT – DEC 2009

SUBSIDISED COMPUTERSFOR NEEDY STUDENTSby Hameet Khanee J HMadrasah students from disadvantaged families can now own apersonal computer complete with broadband access, thanks to a newscheme under AMP’s Ready for School Fund.The AMP-RFS PC Scheme hopes to bridge the digital divide andensure that madrasah students are able to effectively tap oninformation technology to excel in their school work.With infocomm increasingly becoming an essential component of theSingapore education curriculum, AMP has set aside $40,000under its Ready for School Fund for the scheme. Some 45students are expected to benefit annually from this newscheme.The scheme is open to full-time students studying in any of the six madrasahs inSingapore. They must be a Singapore citizen with a household income not exceeding $1,800or a per capita income not exceeding $300.Find out how you can contribute to this worthy cause by contacting AMP at 6416 3966 or corporate@amp.org.sg.$TRETCHINGYOURON EDUCATIONby Aspalela Mohd Salleh3. Print out assessment papersSave your money on buying assessment books year afteryear. Surf the net for printable assessment papers orencourage your child to complete online tutorials onrelevant topics or subjects.1. Saving on school uniformWearing last year’s school uniform that is still in goodcondition will mean that you need not purchase a new setfor your child every year. Hand-me-downs are also a goodway to save money.2. Used school textbooksBuying a new set of school textbooks can be very costly. Youcan obtain used school textbooks from relatives or friendswho no longer need them. Just make sure the syllabus hasnot changed!4. Pay less for tuitionTutoring your own child will save you a lot of money andalso enable you to identify your child’s weaknesses andstrengths in his or her studies. Alternatively, ask relativesor friends who are qualified, for example, ex-teachers orundergraduates, to tutor him or her. They are also likely tocharge lower fees than professional tutors.5. Bring packed mealsYou can save money by occasionally packing meals for yourchild. This way, your child does not have to spend timequeuing up for food during recess and at the same time,they will eat healthier, home-cooked meals.5

READY FOR THEFUTUREby Nurul Jannah Mohd IsmailThe Ready for School Fund was set up by AMP in 2002 to lend a helping hand forstudents from low-income families. Many of these students are deprived of a goodand sound education because of their families’ poor financial status. Some of themskip several days of school simply because they do not have enough cash to go toschool. Many have to stop schooling at a young age so that they can go out to workand help support their families. These students are subsequently trapped in thecycle of poverty due to poor literacy and low education level.The Fund enables the students to continue their education beyond the compulsorybasic education, which will prepare them in meeting the challenges of globalisationand enable them to remain competitive in this rapidly changing economy.In 2008, the Fund disbursed $260,000 to 600 beneficiaries including 50 tertiarystudents. The amount is distributed through the Ready for School Pack and AMPEducation Award. With education costs and the number of disadvantaged familiesexpected to increase, AMP hopes to raise $500,000 a year to assist these children inbuilding a brighter future for them. Please visit www.amp-rfs.sg for more details orfill in the donation form on the following page to support this worthy endeavour.THE READY FOR SCHOOL FUNDCAMPAIGN 2009CollectionAMP $150,000Charity Golf 2009HSBC (Takaful) $ 20,000DonationTelepoll $ 100,000CampaignTotal amount $270,000raisedTOTAL AMOUNT STILL NEEDED$230,000Pledging Their WayThe following schools took part in the Adopt a Family & YouthScheme (AFYS) Donation Card Drive 2009 and together raisedmore than $18,000. We take this opportunity to thank themfor their effort and commitment towards making the drive asuccess.The top collector of the campaign, MuhdEdrian Asmadi of Regent SecondarySchool.The third highest collectorwas Nur Shahira of Boon LayGarden Primary School.Racheal Wong of Westwood SecondarySchool was the second highest collectorof the campaign.by Nurul Jannah Mohd Ismailinto the Hearts of the Needy■ Boon Lay Garden Primary School■ Changkat Changi Secondary School■ Greenridge Primary School■ Huamin Primary School■ Keming Primary School■ Meridian Primary School■ Naval Base Primary School■ Northbrooks Secondary School■ Pasir Ris Primary School■ Pei Hwa Secondary School■ Regent Secondary School■ Sembawang Secondary School■ Serangoon Garden Secondary School■ South View Primary School■ Tampines Secondary School■ Unity Primary School■ West View Primary School■ Westwood Secondary School■ Yishun Secondary School■ Yuan Ching Secondary School■ Yusof Ishak Secondary School■ Zhangde Primary SchoolSpecial thanks goes out to the top three collectors of the drivewho went all out to garner support from families and peers.■ Muhd Edrian Asmadi – Regent Secondary School■ Racheal Wong – Westwood Secondary School■ Nur Shahira – Boon Lay Garden Primary School6 ISSUE 24 • APR OCT – JUN DEC 2009

Please seal here. Do not staple.The Ready for School Fund was set up in 2002 to assist children fromdisadvantaged families who are starting school by providing them withschool essentials in preparation for the new academic year. It also subsidisesschool and tuition fees, in addition to providing other financial assistance whererequired by these beneficiaries. It is hoped that by providing such assistance,it will help alleviate the family’s financial situation and also ensure that thestudents are equipped with the necessities to begin school with confidence.For the year 2008, the Fund assisted 600 students from preschool, primary andsecondary schools, as well as post-secondary and tertiary students.By supporting the Ready for School Fund, donors are not only giving the students a head start in education, but an assuranceto all students that there should be no obstacles in their pursuit to achieve the highest level of education and aspiration. Yoursupport in this project to help us raise $500,000 to assist 1,000 students by the end of 2009 will definitely inspire these studentsto achieve their full academic potential.I WISH TO DONATE!qPlease tick accordingly:Donation via:qCheque / Money Order / Postal OrderqGIRO (for monthly contribution, please complete the shaded portion)I wish to donate: q$10 q$20 q$50 q$100 qOthers: $(please specify amount)I am enclosing a Cheque / Money Order / Postal Order made payable to “AMP/RFS Fund”.Cheque / PO / MO No.:(for cheque payment, please allow 1 week for issue of receipt)Please seal here. Do not staple.DONOR’S PARTICULARS & APPLICATION FOR INTERBANK GIRODonor’s Name:Gender: Male / FemaleName of Bank (POSB/DBS/Others):My/Our Account No.:My/Our Name(s) as in Bank’s records:(1) (2)My/Our NRIC No.:(1) (2) Contact No.:My/Our Address:Postal Code:Please seal here. Do not staple.My/Our Signature(s)/Thumbprint(s)(1) (2)a) I/We hereby instruct you to process the BO’s instructions to debit my/our account.b) You are entitled to reject the BO’s debit instruction if my/our account does not havethe sufficient funds and charge me/us a fee for this. You may also at your discretionallow the debit even if this results in an overdraft on the account and imposecharges accordingly.c) This authorisation will remain in force until terminated by your written notice sentto my/our address last known to you or upon receipt of my/our written revocationthrough BO.FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY ATTN TO: FUND RAISING DEPARTMENT, AMP @ PASIR RIS, 1 PASIR RIS DRIVE 4, #05-11, SINGAPORE 519457AMP’s BankBank BranchAccount Number7 3 7 5 0 2 5 1 2 5 3 0 4 5 1 5 4Name of Approving Officer /Authorised Signature / DateBank/Finance Co.BranchAccount No. to be DebitedReference No.:Please cut along the lineThis Application is hereby REJECTED for the following reason(s):o Signature/Thumbprint* differs from Bank/Finance Co. recordso Signature/Thumbprint* incomplete/unclear*o Account operated by signature/thumbprint** Delete where inapplicableAll donations will be auto-included in your Tax Assessment. Kindly ensure correct NRIC / FIN No. The Government has allowed for 2.5 times tax relief for all cashdonations to AMP (e.g. every $1 donation = $2.50 tax relief).o Wrong account numbero Amendments not countersigned by customero Others (please specify):Please complete and mail this form to: FUND RAISING DEPARTMENTAMP @ PASIR RIS1 PASIR RIS DRIVE 4, #05-11, SINGAPORE 519457Attn to: Bank (NO payment limit applicable)Please seal here. Do not staple.

Thank you for your generosity.Your kind support and contributionwill brighten their future.Postage will bepaid by licensee.For posting inSingapore only.BUSINESS REPLY SERVICEPERMIT NO. 03007ASSOCIATION OF MUSLIM PROFESSIONALSAMP @ PASIR RIS1 PASIR RIS DRIVE 4, #05-11SINGAPORE 5194578 ISSUE 4 • OCT – DEC 2009

Sweet Successby Suzieyati MalimarShazanah Rahman’s smile is contagious.The 21-year-old is cheerful, easy going and has eyes that lightup whenever she smiles. No one would have guessed thestruggles this confident young woman faced many years ago.In 2004, Shazanah’s father walked out on the family and lefther mother to care for three children on her own. With only aPrimary Four education, Shazanah’s mother turned to AMP’sAdopt a Family & Youth Scheme (AFYS) in 2005 for financialand educational assistance for her family.Shazanah and her family have since received assistance fortheir housing and utilities expenses, a computer and printer fortheir educational needs, tuition, as well as the AMP EducationBursary and Ready for School Pack for Shazanah and heryounger brother.Shazanah (at the back) and her family.Working hard at her studies the past five years has finally paidoff. Now, a tax officer with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS), Shazanah is doing well at work and is supporting her family withthe help of her elder sister, who is also working.AMPlified recently caught up with Shazanah as she shares her story on the challenges her family faced back then.AMPlified: How difficult was it for you and the other members of your family when your father walked out in 2004?Shazanah: It was an emotionally stressful time for all of us to know that our sole breadwinner had abandoned us. My mother took up a job at anIndonesian restaurant as a kitchen helper. At the same time, she cleaned houses on a part-time basis, earning $10 an hour. Even though I wasabout to sit for my GCE ‘O’ levels then, I conducted tuition classes for other students during my spare time to help with the household expenses.My earnings of $150 – $200 a month were used to pay the household bills as well as my transportation and other schooling expenses.AMPlified: How have AMP and the Ready for School Fund disbursements helped you and your brother?Shazanah:The assistance given has helped our family to a great extent. The payments for our housing and utilities expenses, along with the foodhampers and NTUC vouchers, have helped ease our financial burden.My brother, who will be sitting for his GCE ‘N’ levels this year, was given tuition and part-time madrasah assistance as well as monthly ez-linkconcessions. The computer and printer given were very useful for our studies too.The Ready for School Pack that my brother received was very helpful as it included all the basic school necessities for the new year. Theeducation bursary that I received for my polytechnic studies were used to purchase my lecture notes and books.AMPlified: How are you doing now and what are your plans for the future?Shazanah: I believe that I am now stronger and more mature as a result of what I went through. I managed to secure a Diploma in BusinessManagement and started working at IRAS upon graduation. I am grateful to Allah and my family who has given me their full support, along withthe assistance given by my relatives and by AMP. I am now saving money to pursue my part-time degree studies at UniSIM starting next January.My sister has just completed her part-time degree and this has motivated me to further my studies.AMPlified: How do you feel about the assistance renderedby AMP?Shazanah: I feel that my family has benefited greatly fromAFYS’ programmes and services. Back in 2004, we werefeeling incapable, lost and uncertain of our future. AMPhas helped us to stand up against all odds and we are nowself-reliant. The courses arranged by AMP have also helpedto boost our confidence. My family truly appreciates theassistance rendered by AMP for the past five years.To help others like Shazanah,you can sponsor a family under the schemeat $250 a year or $20 a month.Call us at 6416 3966 to find out more.99

MARKETPLACERNS Sweet Savory offers a one-stop food catering experience for parties,meetings, high-teas and other functions. With three ladies at the helm,specialising in Malay and Western cuisine, the menu ranges fromtraditional kuih and savouries, western delicacies to an assortment ofnoodles, rice and other dishes.The three ladies – Mdm Lynn, Mdm Liz and MdmSheri – have come a long way in their home-basedfood business with a single aim in mind, that is, tosupport their families through income received fromthe business. Combining their different expertise andskill sets has helped them to improve their business andentice more customers.With their array of delicious dishes, they hope to delight their customers with memorable tastesthat the customer will never forget.For enquiries, please contact:RNS SWEET SAVORY■ Lynn : 9237 9052 (specialises in traditional kuih)■ Liz : 9355 4478 (specialises in noodles and rice)■ Sheri : 9327 6958 (specialises in western delicacies)Please visit www.rnsweetsavory.multiply.com or emailRNSweetSavory@live.com.sg to place orders. RNS Sweet Savoryaccepts individual and corporate orders.FARIDAHMASSAGE SERVICESFaridah Massage Services offers a widerange of massage services including theJavanese Body Massage and Post NatalMassage. The latest service offered is theBeauty Slim Wrap, which combines massageand a slimming wrap.Mdm Faridah, a certified massage therapist,offers her services at her home in Sengkangor at the convenience of the client’s home.The price of her massage services rangefrom $30 to $60.For enquiries, please contact Mdm Faridahat 9834 6910 or 6343 4080.All products and services featured in Marketplace are offered by AMP’s clients who run home-based businesses to supplement their household income.UPCOMINGOCTOBER■ Young AMP Essay Competition■ AFYS Hari Raya Gathering cumChildren’s Day Party■ AMP Workplan Review RetreatNOVEMBER■ Annual General Meeting■ RIMA Conference onReligious Activism &Women’s Development inSoutheast AsiaDECEMBER■ Learning Festival cumReady for School DisbursementCeremony 2009■ AFYS Family RetreatHIGHLIGHTSYoung AMP Essay CompetitionOctober 2009Ever searched for an avenue to create an impact in the community?Young AMP invites you to take charge and pen down your thoughts on“How can Muslim youth contribute to solving community problems?”Stand to win the top prize of $3,000 and have your paper publishedin Young AMP’s upcoming publication. Closing date is 31 December2009. For more details, please visit www.youngamp.sg.RIMA Conference on Religious Activism &Women’s Development in Southeast AsiaNovember 2009The Centre for Research on Islamic and Malay Affairs (RIMA) will beorganising a two-day seminar which will focus on issues within thedomains of law, politics, family, education and social movements.It is hoped that the dialogue will facilitate a deeper awareness andunderstanding of major impediments to women’s development invarious communities in Southeast Asia. The conference is open topostgraduate students, academicians and social activists whoseinterest lies in gender issues. Please contact us at 6416 3966 for moreinformation.ASSOCIATION OF MUSLIM PROFESSIONALSAMP @ PASIR RIS, 1 Pasir Ris Drive 4, #05-11, Singapore 519457 | Tel: 6416 3966 | Fax: 6583 8028Email: corporate@amp.org.sg | Website: www.amp.org.sg | Co. Reg. No: 199105100D10 ISSUE 4 • OCT – DEC 2009