Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim calls for youth committees in all mosques to plan activities, ensuring they remain vibrant community centres.
BUKIT MERTAJAM: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has proposed that every mosque establish a dedicated youth committee.
He said this would give young people the space to plan and implement community and religious programmes.
“Young people should have a special committee under mosque management so they can organise classes and activities according to their needs, as long as they comply with the rules,” he said when officiating the opening of Masjid Kubang Ulu.
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Anwar stated that active youth participation is crucial to ensure mosques continue to function as centres for ummah development.
He cited the positive example of a mosque in Cherok Tok Kun that has already formed such a youth committee.
The Prime Minister stressed that mosques should not serve solely as places of worship.
He said they must also be centres for unity, intellectual enlightenment, faith strengthening and character building.
Anwar reminded that the construction of new mosques must be accompanied by sustained efforts to enliven them.
This involves creating meaningful programmes and activities that benefit the local community.
He added that mosques must serve as the heart of Muslim strength.
Their role includes strengthening religious understanding, improving character and shaping young generations grounded in strong faith and values. – Bernama
