The World Federation is made up of member organizations based in different regions:

• The Federation of Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaats of Africa,
• The Council of European Jamaats,
• Federation of Australasian Communities,
• India Federation,
• Organization of North American Shia Ithna-Asheri Muslim Communities (NASIMCO),
• and The Federation of Khoja Shia Ithna-Asheri Jamaats of Pakistan.

The role of The World Federation (WF) is to facilitate endeavors of its member organizations, through strategic planning and providing necessary resources for effective implementation.

The World Federation is an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations.

The World Federation believes that all human beings are entitled to basic provisions, and therefore one of its key strategic objectives is to undertake humanitarian projects to achieve this. The long-term aim of the World Federation is to bring about self-sufficiency within the developing world, through providing access to water, healthcare and education for all. In addition, the organization’s core values include spreading the true message of Islam as a religion that emphasizes on peace and upholding human values.

WF, with its motto ‘We Exist to Serve,’ implements its projects by working closely with partners based in different parts of the globe. Examples of projects undertaken include:

• A rapid response to emergencies and disasters worldwide
• Relieving financial deprivation through economic development and building human capacity and potential
• Provision of medical facilities and healthcare, through the running of several Health Centers and Eye Clinics worldwide
• Supporting of projects that provide for safe drinking water in developing countries
• Provision of low-cost housing
• Provision of necessities to groups that are most vulnerable, such as seniors, children and women
• Sponsoring students from developing countries who wish to study in regions where there is a high level of education, supported by adequate resources and facilities
• Engagement with various interfaith groups aimed at bridging the gap between Muslim communities and those of other religions, in order to promote community cohesion
• Publication and distribution of Islamic books

Contacts

• Address: Wood Lane Stanmore, Middlesex, HA7 4LQ, UK
• Phone: + 44 20 8954 9881
• Fax: + 44 20 8954 9034
• Email: secretariat@world-federation.org
• Website: https://www.world-federation.org/