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MBSB-AZKA Corner @ IIUM

  • January 7, 2025
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The 16th installation of AZKA Corner, an initiative by Akademi Zakat (AZKA-PPZ), has been successfully established at the M. Kamal Hassan Library, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). This meaningful project was made possible through a strategic collaboration with MBSB Bank — a long-standing partner in the advancement of Islamic social finance. Empowering Students and Scholars Through Islamic Finance AZKA Corner is more than a reading space — it is a purpose-driven hub designed to bring zakat and waqf literacy closer to students, researchers, and the academic community. Through this partnership, MBSB Bank and AZKA-PPZ are working hand-in-hand to bridge the gap between Islamic finance practitioners and future leaders in the field. The AZKA Corner is stocked with curated publications focused on zakat, waqf, Islamic wealth management, and social finance, making it easier for students and scholars to access critical resources in a dedicated and conducive setting. Creating Lasting Impact This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to enriching minds and supporting the ummah through education. By placing the AZKA Corner within one of Malaysia’s leading Islamic universities, the initiative: Encourages deeper engagement with Islamic financial principles Sparks new academic inquiries into zakat and waqf governance Strengthens community awareness around socially responsible financial practices For MBSB Bank, this project serves as an impactful CSR avenue to build meaningful community ties and promote financial literacy rooted in Islamic values. A Continuous Commitment What makes this initiative unique is its long-term vision. This is not a one-off donation, but a sustained collaboration. AZKA-PPZ has pledged to donate its latest publications related to zakat and waqf at least twice a year to IIUM’s M. Kamal Hassan Library. This ensures that the AZKA Corner remains dynamic, up to date, and relevant to evolving academic needs. AZKA-PPZ looks forward to replicating this model with other institutions nationwide, as part of its mission to make Islamic social finance knowledge accessible, practical, and transformational.

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AZJAF IS NOW INDEXED IN MYCITE (MALAYSIA)

  • December 31, 2024
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Alhamdulillah. The publication of the AZKA International Journal of Zakat and Social Finance (AZJAF), which is an academic journal publication managed by the Zakat Academy (AZKA) under the Zakat Collection Center (PPZ-MAIWP) has been recognized by the MyCITE index by the Citation & Infometrics Center (PSI) of the Ministry of Higher Education ( KPT). This is the first recognition, and the only journal with the theme of ZAKAT and SOCIAL FINANCE that has received such recognition in Malaysia and the world. AZJAF was established in 2020, is an open access e-journal published twice a year, and can be accessed via https://azjaf.zakat.com.my. AZJAF Publications aims to provide rapid access to high-quality papers and an ongoing platform to share research from academics; as well as spreading knowledge and research in the study of zakat and social finance. Visit https://azjaf.zakat.com.my for more info     Alhamdulillah. Penerbitan AZKA International Journal of Zakat and Social Finance (AZJAF) iaitu penerbitan jurnal akademik diurussetiakan oleh Akademi Zakat (AZKA) di bawah Pusat Pungutan Zakat (PPZ-MAIWP) telah mendapat pengiktirafan indeks MyCITE oleh Pusat Sitasi & Infometrik (PSI) Kementerian Pengajian Tinggi (KPT). Ini merupakan pengiktirafan pertama, dan satu-satunya jurnal bertemakan ZAKAT dan KEWANGAN SOSIAL yang mendapat pengiktirafan sedemikian rupa di Malaysia mahupun dunia. AZJAF telah ditubuhkan pada tahun 2020, merupakan e-jurnal akses terbuka yang diterbitkan dua kali setahun, dan boleh dilayari melalui laman https://azjaf.zakat.com.my. Penerbitan AZJAF berobjektifkan untuk menyediakan akses pantas tentang kertas kerja berkualiti tinggi dan platform berterusan untuk berkongsi kajian daripada ahli akademik; serta menyebarkan ilmu dan penyelidikan dalam pengajian zakat dan kewangan sosial. Layari https://azjaf.zakat.com.my untuk lebih info

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ETIQA-AZKA Corner @ UiTM Selangor (Puncak Alam)

  • December 11, 2024
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The 15th AZKA Corner was established in collaboration with Etiqa Takaful. It was established at the Faculty of Business and Management, UiTM Selangor (Puncak Alam). IMPACT The impact of this joint venture is to bring Etiqa Takaful and AZKA-PPZ closer together with the community, in addition to spreading Islamic financial preaching among students and academics and bringing related books so that they are easily accessible to the students and scholars. CONTINUOUS EFFORT This effort is not a one-off effort, but rather the latest publications related to Zakat and waqf, especially those published by AZKA-PPZ itself, will donate at least twice a year regularly to UiTM Cawangan Selangor to be placed in the AZKA Corner space. *This AZKA Corner was inaugurated on 15 January 2025  

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The 2nd International Islamic Finance Olympiad (IIFO2024)

  • June 28, 2024
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CALL FOR INVITATION The 2nd International Islamic Finance Olympiad (IIFO2024). Fakulti Ekonomi dan Muamalat, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) in collaboration with AZKA (PPZ-MAIWP) is organizing The 2nd International Islamic Finance Olympiad 2024 (IIFO2024). This event provides a platform for knowledge sharing, networking and collaborative exercises within the Islamic finance community. ✅Date: 16th – 17th August 2024 ✅Venue: Main Hall, FPBU, USIM ▶️ Important Dates: -Deadline for Registration & Payment: 19th July 2024 -Event date: 16th – 17th August 2024 💡Submission and Information: -Faculty of Economics and Muamalat USIM (email: iifo@usim.edu.my) -Dr. Norhazlina Ibrahim. T: +6019-2837565 (WhatsApp only) -Dr. Safeza Mohd Sapian. T: +6019-3576100 (WhatsApp only) -Nur Anis Nabila Safaruddin. T: +6019-6139603 (WhatsApp only) ✅Registration Fee: Local Participants: RM140 / USD 30 International Participants: RM199 / USD43

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The 2nd AISZAWA (Aceh International Seminar on Zakat and Waqf) 2024

  • June 19, 2024
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CALL FOR PAPERS Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh, Baitul Mal Aceh, PPZ-MAIWP Malaysia (AZKA-PPZ), Bank Indonesia Representative of Aceh Province, and Badan Amil Zakat Nasional (BAZNAS) is organizing The 2nd AISZAWA (Aceh International Seminar on Zakat and Waqf) 2024. ✅Date: 26th – 27th August 2024✅Venue: Auditorium Prof. Ali Hasymi, UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh, Aceh, Indonesia ▶️ Important Dates: Submission of Abstract: 21st July 2024 Notification of Abstract Acceptance: 28th July 2024 Submission of Full Paper: 11th August 2024 Registration Deadline: 20th August 2024 Release of Conference Programs: 21st August 2024 Conference date: 26th – 27th August 2024 Submission and Information:💡link of submission: http://tiny.cc/2ndAiszawaemail: aiszawa@ar-raniry.ac.id ✅Registration Fee: Presenter’s Fees per paper: 🔅FREE🔅

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Perasmian Etiqa AZKA-PPZ Corner @ UiTM Melaka dan Majlis Penghargaan Muzakki

  • May 15, 2024
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15 Mei 2024, Khamis – PTAR UiTM Cawangan Melaka Kampus Alor Gajah dengan kerjasama Unit Waqaf, Zakat dan Infaq (EL-WAZIF), UiTM Cawangan Melaka telah menganjurkan Majlis Penghargaan Muzakki dan Perasmian Etiqa AZKA-PPZ Corner di Ruang Library Community Engagement (LCE), PTAR UiTM Cawangan Melaka, Kampus Alor Gajah. Tujuan majlis ini diadakan bagi menghargai sumbangan yang di salurkan oleh pihak Etiqa Takaful, Akademi Zakat (AZKA-PPZ), Lembaga Tabung Haji dan Persatuan Alumni UiTM Cawangan Melaka kepada UiTM Cawangan Melaka, khususnya sumbangan kepada pelajar-pelajar asnaf serta sumbangan dari Etiqa AZKA-PPZ Corner di PTAR UiTM Cawangan Melaka, Kampus Alor Gajah. Majlis yang telah dirasmikan oleh YBhg. Profesor Ts. Dr Mohd Rasdi Zaini, Rektor UiTM Cawangan Melaka diserikan lagi dengan ucapan dari Encik Muhsin Nor Paizan, Pengurus Akademi Zakat (AZKA-PPZ) serta Encik Rosli bin Taib, yang menjalankan fungsi Pengarah Wilayah Selatan merangkap Pengurus Cawangan Melaka. Antara aktiviti menarik sepanjang program berlangsung: 1. Forum Bicara Zakat dengan tajuk Waqaf dan Zakat, Membawa Berkat 2. Pertandingan “Spell It Right In Jawi” 3. Reruai Jom Tunai Zakat Bersama UiTM Melaka dari Unit Waqaf, Zakat dan Infaq, UiTM Cawangan Melaka (El-Wazif) 4. Reruai Tabung Haji, Alor Gajah, Melaka Keseluruhannya, program ini mendapat maklumbalas yang sangat positif dari pihak Pengurusan Tertinggi UiTM Cawangan Melaka. Ruang hasil sumbangan ini bukan sahaja akan menyediakan perkhidmatan yang komprehensif dan mesra pengguna tetapi juga akan menjadi sumber rujukan utama untuk pelbagai maklumat berkaitan zakat, wakaf, dan inisiatif kebajikan lain. Terima kasih kepada semua pihak yang telah menjayakan usaha murni ini. Semoga kita dapat membina komuniti yang lebih sejahtera, di mana nilai-nilai kebersamaan dan tanggungjawab sosial dipupuk dan diamalkan secara berterusan. Untuk lebih maklumat lanjut tentang majlis ini layari:

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Kerjasama Penyelidikan AZKA – KPBKL

  • May 13, 2024
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AZKA-PPZ telah menawarkan geran penyelidikan kepada Kolej Profesional Baitulmal Kuala Lumpur (KPBKL) AZKA-PPZ dan KPBKL terus memperkukuh kerjasama dalam bidang penyelidikan, terbaharu melalui projek penyelidikan yang memfokus kepada amalan pengurusan risiko dalam kutipan zakat. Susulan itu satu perbincangan antara pasukan Bahagian Penyelidikan dan Pembangunan (R&D) PPZ MAIWP dengan kumpulan penyelidik KPBKL berlangsung pada 13 Mei 2024. Perbincangan dihoskan oleh En. Azlan Shaari, Pengurus Besar Operasi (Dalam) PPZ MAIWP. Kumpulan penyelidik KPBKL diketuai oleh Dr. Mohamad Fitri Mohamad Yusoff. Melalui kerjasama ini, PPZ MAIWP telah memperuntukan geran berjumlah RM25,000 dalam usaha mempertingkatkan amalan pengurusan risiko dalam kutipan zakat. Dapatan kajian kelak bukan sahaja akan dimanfaatkan untuk meningkatkan amalan pengurusan risiko di PPZ MAIWP, tetapi juga akan dikongsi (sharing best practice) kepada institusi-institusi zakat yg lain di Malaysia melalui penerbitan jurnal, prosiding dan persidangan. Kerjasama ini menyusuli beberapa kerjasama terdahulu antaranya kajian terhadap ikon zakat public listed company Koperasi Remisier Bumiputra (KRB) – KPBKL – PPZ 2020 dengan geran berjumlah RM50’000, kajian wakalah korporat di kalangan syarikat (KPBKL – PPZ) dan potongan gaji zakat pendapatan di kalangan guru (KPBKL – PPZ) dengan geran masing-masin berjumlah RM20,000. Sebagai institusi yg terlibat secara langsung dalam ekosistem zakat, kedua-dua insitusi sentiasa melakukan penyelidikan dan pembangunan untuk mempertingkatkan keberkesanan pengurusan dan penyampaian perkhidmatan kpd pihak-pihak berkepentingan. Untuk rekod PPZ adalah agensi kutipan zakat dan wakaf tunai di Wilayah Persekutuan merupakan anak syarikat Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan ( MAIWP). PPZ menjadi contoh institusi kutipan zakat di Malaysia kerana bukan sahaja ditadbir secara korporat dan menerima Pesijilan ISO, malah mengaplikasi teknologi pengkomputeran sejak awal pengoperasiannya bermula 1991. Sementara KPBKL adalah Institusi Pengajian Tinggi berstatus kolej milik MAIWP, merupakan antara instrumen agihan zakat melalui pendidikan. Para pelajar dari kalangan asnaf/B40 yg melanjutkan pengajian di KPBKL layak menerima bantuan zakat dalam bentuk yuran pengajian dan elaun sara diri. Berbekalkan kepakaran dalam ekosistem zakat dan filontropi, KPBKL telah menawarkan Diploma Pengurusam Zakat dan Wakaf sejak 2015. Peluang terbuka luas bagi lepasan SPM yang berminat mendalami bidang filontropi (zakat dan waqaf) di KPBKL.

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Etiqa AZKA-PPZ Corner @ KIAS

  • May 8, 2024
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The 9th AZKA Corner Established at KIAS, Kelantan   The 9th AZKA Corner was established at Kolej Islam Antarabangsa Sultan Ismail Petra (KIAS) in Kelantan in August 2022. This initiative reflects the continuous commitment of Akademi Zakat (AZKA), PPZ-MAIWP in strengthening zakat literacy and expanding access to knowledge resources among the public, students, and academic communities. The objective of this collaboration is to create greater awareness and understanding of zakat among the public and students. The zakat-related books and reading materials provided at this reading corner are expected to benefit the students and lecturers of KIAS as reference materials for learning, teaching, and research purposes. The Reading Corner Etiqa AZKA-PPZ @ KIAS was officially inaugurated on 18 May 2024. The reading corner is located at the KIAS Library and was made possible through the contribution and collaboration of Etiqa Family Takaful Berhad and Pusat Pungutan Zakat Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (PPZ-MAIWP). The inauguration ceremony was attended by the Rector of KIAS, YABrs. Prof. Emeritus Dr. Ab Aziz bin Mohd Zin; YABrs. En. Zafri bin Ab Halim, Chief Executive Officer of Etiqa Family Takaful Berhad; YBhg. En. Fahmi bin Ismail, General Manager of External Operations, PPZ-MAIWP; and En. Muhsin Nor Paizin, Manager of AZKA-PPZ. Through this initiative, AZKA-PPZ hopes to further cultivate reading culture, enhance zakat awareness, and support knowledge-sharing efforts within higher education institutions.   https://azka.zakat.com.my/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/video6183516827537117150.mp4

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AZKA WEBINAR BERSIRI: AL-DAYN: REALITI HUTANG

Rujuk laman utama: https://azka.zakat.com.my/webinar-bersiri-al-dayn-realiti-hutang Mari sertai webinar bersiri al-Dayn bagi mendapatkan pemahaman yang mendalam tentang realiti hutang dalam kehidupan seharian kita. Bersama-sama, kita akan memahami, dan memperoleh info dan perkembangan terkini berkenaan hutang. Jom ikuti secara online eksklusif hanya di Facebook PPZ dan Youtube PPZ untuk ketiga-tiga siri ini: Kelebihan menyertai webinar bersiri ini: 1. Memahami lebih mendalam tentang perbahasan tentang hutang dari perspektif syarak. 2. E-sijil disediakan. Pendaftaran Google Form diperlukan. 3. Peserta yang berjaya melengkapkan semua siri akan mendapat Sijil Penyertaan Keseluruhan. 4. Penyertaan percuma. Kandungan Webinar Bersiri: Al-Dayn: Realiti Hutang Hutang dari Perspektif Syarak Pengaruh Tingkah Laku Berhutang Kesan Psikologi Terhadap Orang Berhutang Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk meningkatkan pemahaman anda tentang hutang dalam pelbagai konteks yang penting ini. Sertai kami dalam siri-siri yang informatif dan bermanfaat!

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Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1445H

  • April 3, 2024
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Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri 1445H. Minal ‘Aidin wal-Faizin. ‎Semoga Allah menerima dari kami dan dari kamu amalan-amalan kebaikan. Amin. MAAF ZAHIR DAN BATIN atas segala kekhilafan. Ikhlas daripada kami: Akademi Zakat (AZKA) PPZ-MAIWP 📩 Untuk lebih banyak info, ikuti kami di telegram: https://t.me/AZKAakademizakat

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