The Foundation

Articles of
Association

The governing principles and structure of the (Al-) Ansaar Association—an unincorporated association of people with shared values.

The Foundation

Who We Are

No Assets

The Association will not hold any assets other than monetary funds that it shall seek to distribute according to its aims.

Unincorporated

The Association will not be a charity, but will be an unincorporated association of people with shared values.

Seven Trustees

Run by a board of seven trustees—six leading each aim, with the seventh holding the position of Chair and Amir.

"Islam is intelligent, brave and relevant. We will provide resources towards those ends of making our heritage come alive once more."

— The (Al-) Ansaar Association

Our Mission

Our Six
Aims

Our High Streets

Working to provide space throughout this greater country for the people to fully grow into their appreciation of Islam, free from the baggage of prior cultural expressions.

Our Freedom

A popular movement challenging the status quo of a Criminal Justice System that seeks to convict based on sentiment and not fact—that does not uphold justice but epitomises tyranny.

Our Heritage

Islam is intelligent, brave and relevant. We provide resources towards making our heritage come alive once more.

Our Masjids

Bringing together Muslims within local areas, holding that Islam is grassroots, accessible and revolutionary. Building Masjids throughout this land.

The Muslim Party

Politics is in the job of inspiring people towards doing good and self-betterment. Working at the centre of power to hold power to account and right the wrongs of unchecked power.

Academy of Excellence

Democracy is in need of saving from big money and big business. Providing zero interest funding so our people can learn business by doing business—open to all.

Leadership

Governance &
Trustees

Unlimited Mandate

Each Trustee holds an unlimited mandate in regards to membership and trust until voted out by a majority of other Trustees in a meeting called expressly for that purpose.

Succession Process

On retirement, a Trustee nominates another to take their position, ratified by majority vote at a meeting with at least one month's notice on our website.

Individual Expression

Each Trustee is free to express their own opinion on any matter. Any opinion expressed has no reflection on the Association as a whole.

Transparency & Accountability

Accounts updated at least weekly on our website
Each field maintains an online blog of activity
Directives and instructions publicly documented
Checks and balances for fund distribution
Best practice shared with associated organisations
Community

Membership

Membership Requirements

Muslim Definition

According to the definition of Sunni Islam as defined by Yusuf al-Qadri's "The Lawful and Prohibited in Islam"

Weekly Contribution

Nominal standing order of £3 per week into the general fund, stipulating shared values

Membership Rights

Full access to our published resources
Vote on articles, directives and instructions
Voice opinion on the six fields of work
Participate in Trustee nomination processes

Membership can be revoked by majority Trustee decision if information comes to light regarding the Member. The Member will be afforded the right to answer questions. The decision of the Trustees will be final and binding.

Dissolution

By Majority decision of the Trustees, at any point in a meeting called for that express purpose with all trustees being present.

In the event of dissolution:

  • Trustees will publicise the dissolution on our website
  • Provide proof of where remaining funds will be sent
  • Complete fund distribution within one week
  • Banking facilities terminated after redistribution
  • All standing orders and direct debit instructions ceased