By: Joseph Chin – Mississauga News
June 10, 2009 03:55 PM – A Mississauga resident has been elected president of the Canadian Committee for United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM).
Almas Jiwani has been involved with the organization for the past six years, serving on its board.
The Canadian Committee for UNIFEM is a volunteer-driven organization based in Ottawa, and has chapters in Winnipeg and Toronto. Its mission is to advocate for gender equality, combat the spread of HIV/AIDS among girls and women, reduce violence towards women and strengthen democratic participation of women in peace and in war.
To achieve these goals, the committee advocates and fundraises in Canada for UNIFEM.
Jiwani is a recent recipient of the Governor General’s award for humanitarian work.
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Our sincere and heartfelt congratulations, Almas.. You are a real star, perhaps I should say, our Imam’s STAR.
My sister, Nadia was in Ottawa when you were bestowed with this honour, and she was in tears to learn how much difference you’ve made in this world. You stole the thunder with your speech.. WOW!
First Ismaili Woman to be elected to position in history is truly the most joyous and proud moment for our Jamat and Imam. In addition, you are the first woman from Toronto to be elected to position. No wonder Mayor Miller and Mayor McCallion joined several in congratulating you on your new role. The world is more than confident that you will excel and prosper every walk of your life and make your city, your jamat, your family and ou Imam very very happy.
What a blessing to be bestowed at the same time when our Imam was being bestowed with the Honorary Doctorate Degree in U of A.
Keep it up, Almas. Our prayers and support is always with you. The world love you… You rock…rock . rock the world. I haven’t heard of any other Ismaili sister to be shining internationally as much as you are..Kuddos!! It is the will and blessings of almighty. You are his special chosen one Almas.. no words can express how proud we are.
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Heartiest falicitations to Ms. Jiwani on her appointment. Ms. Jiwani is
the perfect choice for the responsibilities that has been placed on her shoulders.
In addition to Ms. Jiwani’s devotion, dedication towards the humanatarian cause, she possesses the charm & humble qualities. With these key ingredients I am confident that she will be in a position to fullfill her reponsibilities beyond expectations.
I invite one & all to join hands with President Jiwani in her selfless mission to meet her targets.
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Dear Almas Jiwani
On behalf of Pyramid Inc. management team here in Kabul Afghanistan, every one of my family members and friends in Ottawa Canada, let me convey the heartily congratulations on your election as President of United Nations Fund for Women – Canada.
We understand that UNIFEM is an active organization helping women at all levels of development globally, works to strengthen women’s economic capacity as entrepreneurs and producers, give women opportunities in governance and leadership by increasing women’s participation in decision-making processes that shape lives, and promote women’s human rights to eradicate all forms of violence against women.
It is understood that your hard, honest and effective efforts and dedication as an experienced person has made your way to be the President of an important UN organization- UNIFEM-Canada.
We believe you will be able to coordinate activities of women at all sectors and stages of development to helping each others to growth and fighting poverty and inequality.
In conclusion, once again I congratulate you and the entire CCUNIFEM members, at the same time, wish you great achievements and success for the coming years
Regards
Dr Taj Yarmand
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Dearest Charismatic and most lovely Madam President. You are the perfect role model to all Women. Your humble and selfless service for a noble cause to help many underpriviledged women and the humanity at large for better life for themsleves and their children is simply incredible. You have created a platform which has facilitated women to be heard.. to have their potential recognized and to be connected with the leaders of business, government and community organizations. You have assisted many in realizing their dreams.
Stories about your leadership and achievements makes you a class apart and amongst others in similar service, makes you the first among equals.
I would like to thank you on behalf of all of those women whose lives have been improved by your endevours and today, with your new prestigious role as a president, I would like to encourage you to continue down this path of generosity of your time and knowledge that will no doubt lead many underpriviledged into a new and even better tomorrow.
Thank you, Almas – Thank you from from our hearts and souls for being such a wonderful, lovable and kind hearted soul. Thank you for making a positive difference in this world. Thank you for making so many personal sacrifices to better lives of underpriviledged.
We love you.. You are our almighty’s special angel.
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Dear Almas – I am so pleased that you have chosen for this service. One gets chance to serve with His blessings and I am sure many people will be inspired to do the same. Specially as and when we feel low in their lives if we go and serve our fellow humans in need – immediately there will be a shift in our consciousness and we will feel better and make us in Gratitude for the Divine. Gratitude brings us closer to God and Grumbling takes us away. With Prayers for you.
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Hello Almas
I guess… all hard work pays off. Ms. President
Congratulation.
Wishing you more success in serving the needs of women worldwide.
David Chan
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Dear Almas,
I am so thrilled to hear the news. You epitomize empowerment amongst women through your humanitarian work. I have no doubt that as President of the Canadian Committee, UNIFEM, even greater things await you…so many more women are about to be inspired to make positive changes in their lives. Congratulations!
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Dearest Madam President Almas,
We are very proud of your achievement and your seva and am sure Mowla is very proud of the work you are doing and promoting in enabling others to be empowered and thus help not only themselves but their many generations. You have created that legacy. You are a living proof of the saying that the candle’s light never diminishes when it kindles the flame of another candle. Our prayers are with you that may He guide you and protect you in all your seva and endeavours.
I urge our youth and anyone who is in the position to serve to come forward in our Mowla’s quest to alleviate poverty and to provide loving care to the aged and the needy.
I will end with an extract from Mowla’s speech:
“The Qur’an, the Hadith, the sayings of Hazrat Ali, and many scholarly sources make numerous references to the forms and purposes of philanthropy. Human dignity – restoring it, and sustaining it – is a central theme. Enabling individuals to recover and maintain their dignity as befitting their status as Allah’s greatest creation is one of the main reasons for charitable action. There is dignity in the individual’s ability to manage his or her destiny. That being the case, the best of charity, in Islamic terms, can go beyond material support alone. It can take the form of human or professional support such as the provision of education for those otherwise unable to obtain it, or of the sharing of knowledge to help marginalized individuals build different and better futures for themselves. Thus conceived, charity is not limited to a one-time material gift, but can be seen as a continuum of support in a time frame which can extend to years. This means that multi-year support for institutions that enable individuals to achieve dignity by becoming self-sustainable holds a special place amongst the many forms of charity in the eyes of Islam.”
Best wishes to you Almas,
Azy
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Dear Almas,
On behalf of the Canadian National Committee for UNIFEM board of directors, we are very excited about the enthusiasm, dedication, and great leadership you bring. The work you have already accomplished in just a short period of time is amazing.
Together we can!
Kimberly Ellis
Secretary/Treasurer
Canadian National Committee for UNIFEM
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Mubaraki to almas jiwani on her well deserved achievement…you are for sure star of our imam, you have always gone above and beyond to fulfill your duties….
Congratulations
wishing you more success in life
khanam nathoo
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Hi Almas,
Congrats and a well deserved position.
It is indeed a proud moment for the community, keep it up.
All the best
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Hey Almas!!!
You are awesome!!! Well done you are incredible and beautiful!! I wish you the best!!
God Bless you
sarah pirwany
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Dear Almas;
On behalf of the entire family, I must say that you have done magificient work and are now being given the well deserved recognition. We are very proud of you and the inspiration you are bringing to those around you. May you continue to serve the Jamat and community at large for years to come and may it bring you tremendous personal satisfaction. Congratulations to every at home. All the best!
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Our Dearest and the Most Charismatic Almas – our diamond and God’s Angel.
Welcome to Singapore
It was really really nice meeting you in person after hearing so much about you and your dynamism and how you positively impact everyone you meet. I must admit, you’ve really had a marvellous impact on me after hearing your powerful speech. Your style of articulation along with your angelic smile and sparkling eyes is truly blessings from God. You are an inspiration to many women with and without voice. I was wrong in assuming that you are making a difference for women in developing world. You are indeed making a huge difference in developed world as well. Its comes as no surprise when one hears praises about you in most part of the world. I am proud to say that meeting with you has given me more motivation, inspiration and motivation to serve the underpriviledged. My sincere wish and prayers is to work with you in a very near future. Your members are very lucky and blessed to have a leader like you and to work with you.
You are our HERO, our ROLE MODEL and most importantly, you are our STAR – the shining STAR. We are grateful to god to have created human beings like you. Thank you.
P Zeng
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great job. keep it up…….this work will make a world a better place
mawani family
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