Essay #8
Calling all aspiring Imam’s Helpers! Shape the Future of Our Community!
What does being ready to be an Imam’s helper really mean in this hi-tech age?
We live in a world transformed by technology, and the role of an Imam’s helper must evolve with it. Are you ready to meet the challenge? We invite you to explore this crucial question and share your insights in our exciting essay competition!
Explore these key themes:
- Understanding the Role: Spiritual Guidance and Community Support
- Embracing Technology: Digital Literacy and Digital Security
- Interpersonal Skills: Communication, Empathy, and Compassion
- Leadership and Management: Organisational Skills, Time Management, Event Planning, Volunteer Coordination, and Conflict Resolution
- Continuous Learning: Keeping Up-to-Date and Religious Education
- Ethical Considerations: Respect, Integrity, and Confidentiality
Showcase your talent and vision!
Choose ONE of the above categories and express your understanding through one of the following mediums:
- Written Essay: 700-1000 words
- Poem: 150-200 words
- Video Essay: 5-7 minutes
- Mind Map: A4 paper size
This is a league-format essay contest, with monthly and season-end winners declared
Deadline for Submissions: Tuesday, 28 February 2025Deadline – 19 January 2024
Short Essay Contest
This is an open call to all age groups of the Shi’a Ithna’asheri Communities worldwide.
All contestants will be awarded certificates Top entries selected by our panellists.
All entries will be published on our website
The Winner will get automatic admission into The Community on Friday’s writers and speakers panel
HOW TO ENTER:
Choose one option
1. submit a write-up of between 700 and 1,000 words on the theme
2. write a poem of between 150 and 200 words on the theme
3. Submit a video speech of you or a self-made documentary of between 5 and 7 minutes on the theme
4. Prepare a Mind map on A4 paper size
Submit your entry
- by email moderator@communityonfriday.net
- by WhatsApp +255 655 276750
Please state your full name, age, and place of residence
For the Isaale Thawaab of all members of the Banda e Khuda Family
Al Fateha
