Category: Events

🕌 Bismillāhir Raḥmānir Raḥīm

Assalāmu ʿAlaikum wa Raḥmatullāhi wa Barakātuh

Dear brothers and sisters,

All praise is due to Allāh ﷻ, and may His peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ, his family, and his companions.

Following the KMWA Board of Trustees meeting held on 2nd April 2026, we are pleased to announce that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the Election of Four New Trustees will take place, in shā’Allāh, on:

📅 Sunday, 17th May 2026

📌 Schedule for the Day

🗳 Trustee Elections – 12:00 to 17:00
📢 Results Announcement – approximately 17:30
🤝 Annual General Meeting – 17:30 to 19:00

📝 What Happens Next

Further details regarding nomination forms and the election process will be shared with the community in the coming days, in shā’Allāh. We warmly encourage all eligible members to participate – whether by standing for election, casting their vote, or attending the AGM to hear about the work of your Association over the past year.

This is a blessed opportunity for our community to come together, reflect on what we have achieved by the Mercy of Allāh ﷻ, and shape the path forward for KMWA.

📞 Questions?

For any queries regarding the election or the AGM, please feel free to contact the Chairman or the General Secretary.

We ask Allāh ﷻ to bless this gathering, to guide us towards that which pleases Him, and to grant our community tawfīq and barakah in all our affairs.

🤲 Āmīn yā Rabbal ʿĀlamīn

Wassalāmu ʿAlaikum wa Raḥmatullāhi wa Barakātuh

A Night of Unity, Faith & Community — Taste Ramadan 2026

On the evening of Saturday 7th March 2026, the Kent Muslim Welfare Association opened its doors and its heart to the wider community for a truly special occasion – Taste Ramadan.

The Masjid came alive with the enchanting voices of children reciting Nasheeds and verses from the Holy Quran, filling the space with warmth and spiritual beauty. Guests were welcomed into an evening of open conversation, learning, and genuine connection – with an insightful Q&A session offering neighbours, colleagues, and community leaders a rare opportunity to explore the essence of Islam in an open and welcoming environment.

As the Adhan sounded and the fast was broken, around 40 guests from across the community joined together for a wonderful Iftar meal – sharing food, stories, and laughter around the same table. Among those present were Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, and people of other faiths and none, alongside Muslims from a wide range of backgrounds. Representatives from Kent Fire & Rescue Service, Kent Police, and Medway Council also joined us – a testament to the growing bonds between KMWA and those who serve our community.

It was an evening that reminded us all of what is possible when we choose curiosity over assumption, and togetherness over division.

To every single person who attended, volunteered, performed, or contributed – thank you. You made this night what it was.

Ramadan Mubarak from the KMWA family to yours. 🌙

Assalāmu ʿAlaikum wa Rahmatullāhi wa Barakātuh, dear brothers and sisters,

Announcement: Three Jummah Prayers at Gillingham Masjid

Starting Friday, 27th February 2026
KMWA management would like to inform the community that, for the remaining Fridays of Ramadan, three Jummah prayers will be held at Gillingham Masjid. This arrangement is to help manage attendance smoothly and to avoid long queues or obstruction of the footpath. We kindly request everyone to cooperate and use the prayer times appropriately.

Jummah Prayer Times:

• 1st Jummah – 12:30 pm
Led by Imam Irfan
• 2nd Jummah – 1:10 pm
Led by Imam Zahoor
• 3rd Jummah – 1:45 pm
Led by Br Muhammad

Please note that five Eid Ṣalāhs are also being planned, and further details will be shared closer to the date, in shā’ Allāh.

Jazākumullāhu Khayran,
Irfan Aziz
General Secretary, KMWA

Alhamdulillah, the blessed month of Ramadan has officially begun. As we enter this season of mercy and forgiveness, we invite the entire community to join us for the first night of prayers.

Taraweeh Announcement

InshaAllah, Taraweeh prayers will be commencing from tonight, 17th February 2026, at Gillingham Mosque.

• Time: Immediately following Isha Prayer at 7:30 PM.
• Location: 114 Canterbury St, Gillingham ME7 5UH.

We are incredibly fortunate to have a complete recitation of the Quran scheduled throughout this holy month. We encourage every member of our community to make every effort to attend and complete the Taraweeh prayers in congregation.

A Moment of Reflection from Irfan Aziz – General Secretary:

The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said:

“Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan due to faith and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven. Whoever stands in prayer during the Night of Decree due to faith and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven.” — (Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 1901)

Let us use this opportunity to reset our intentions and seek the immense rewards promised to us during these sacred nights.