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      I am pleased 
      to take this opportunity to introduce you to a non-profit organization -
       
      The Islamic Education Foundation of Manitoba Inc.    
      The goal of IEFM is to establish resources 
      for Muslims and non-Muslims in the hope of allowing each of us to gain a 
      deeper understanding of Islam in a manner that is clear, enlightening and 
      free from cultural bias. 
       
      As Muslims in Canada, we are entrusted with the duty of spreading the 
      Islamic message to our neighbours and ensuring that the next generation is 
      equipped with the knowledge of Islam required to live in the manner Allah
      subhana
      wa ta ala 
      intended for us. 
      Bombarded by media images which depict 
      Muslims as destructive and intolerant and on occasion, overwhelmed by our 
      own minority status, it is crucial that we establish ways to promote the 
      spread of Islamic teachings and history in order to overcome such 
      stereotypes and to preserve our faith for ourselves and for later 
      generations. 
      We Muslims compose a diverse group.  We are 
      men and women of all races and nationalities. 
      Whether you are a devout Muslim, or you know 
      little about Islam and are interested in finding out more, whether Allah
      subhana
      wa ta ala 
      encompasses your thoughts day and night or you are still searching for 
      fulfilment, whether you are a student, a hardworking parent, or a 
      concerned grandparent, IEFM wishes to avail to you information about 
      Islam. 
      It is the goal of IEFM 
      to embrace all Muslims and encourage the thought, learning, discussion and 
      debate between young and old, men and women, in the manner prevalent at 
      the time of Prophet Muhammad, Peace
      be upon him, keeping in mind that 
      although we are each individuals, we are all brothers and sisters in 
      Islam.  
      
      Jazak 
      Allah Khairoum.  |