A delegation of the students of NJV, Govt College, Akhuwat Foundation, Karachi visited Faisal Masjid Campus of International Islamic University (IIU) and met with university Rector, Professor Dr. Masoom Yasinzai.
In his speech, IIU Rector welcomed the delegation and appreciated the role of Akhuwat Foundation in society. Talking about the youth and future, Dr. Masoom said that skilled youth with balanced personalities are the need of the hour. He said our focus is to produce minds that must be well equipped to seek guidance from the Islamic teaching and values. He added that IIUI also gives importance to make the youth well prepared as per requirements of the market and industry. “ Hard work is the attribute that always pays back, never stop working hard , keep moving forward as it is the secret of success” he said.
Nazir Tunio, who was heading the delegation and also Director at Akhuwat foundation thanked IIU Rector and his team for the reception, briefing and visit to the libraries and Faisal Mosque. He said that the introductory session about the university was beneficial as students took keen interest in faculty and programs of the university. He told that established in 2015, Akhuwat College is a residential college that houses and educates bright, young people selected on merit from all corners of Pakistan. The college caters to students from low-income households who despite their talent and desire to pursue education, are unable to do so due to financial constraints.
The students also visited the Faisal Masjid Islamic Centre of Dawah Academy where its Incharge Dr. Qari Zia ul Islam gave a detailed briefing about the centre, its curriculum and its classes for Hufaz, Qiraat and Tajweed, The delegation also visited Dr. Hamid Ullah Library .