Why is the book titled Mawakhat?
Mawakhat, meaning ‘solidarity between haves and have-nots,’ is a word associated with a pivotal moment in Islamic history, when citizens of Mecca, the Muhajireen or immigrants, relocated to Medina to escape religious persecution. The people of Medina, the Ansar or helpers, welcomed the migrants selflessly, sharing half their wealth to help them start a new life.
Since its beginning, Akhuwat has remained committed to the spirit of Mawakhat across all its programs. The book is titled Mawakhat because Akhuwat was able to provide relief and help people rebuild their homes through donations from people with means who could help their brothers and sisters, suffering the consequences of the catastrophic floods.
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Founder and Chairman, Akhuwat
STORIES FROM MAWAKHAT
“Bone cancer, one leg amputated, life could not get worse, but then the rains came. My wife had always stood by my side. Even when I did not want to burden her with my disability, she said to me, ‘I’ll stay with you no matter what happens.’ Those words of her unshakable commitment and love etched themselves deeply into my heart. True to her words, she was by my side when the walls of our house caved in. Together and with the support of Akhuwat, we rebuilt our home. We believe that this too was a trial from God. In our new home, our children are healthy and well. I continue to earn an honest living as a bookseller and my wife stitches clothes. Life could not be better.”
Khairpur, Sindh
“The rains lasted for about three months. During that time, there were days when it poured relentlessly without pause. One time, we sat under a dripping roof for four consecutive days. The mill I worked at was closed, so we had no source of income. As if that was not enough, the foundation of our house gave way. Then began our days and nights under a tent. I would not wish such hardship on my worst enemy. Thank God, we have now built a stronger home for our family.”
Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab
Bela, Balochistan
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Messages from Our Sponsors
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The stories in this book share the plight of the families who lost everything but hope. Despite the dire circumstances, their faith in life remained unwearied. Families endured terrible living conditions in tents, living without food and clean water. They always believed that society would not leave them alone and would bring them and their loved ones back to their homes. They hoped to build homes much stronger than the ones washed by the floods.
Chairman of Chughtai Foundation
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This book titled as “Mawakhat” is a reflection of support provided by Akhuwat and its partners to the flood affectees. The compassion with which Akhuwat empowers its beneficiaries is truly remarkable… These stories echo the philosophy of Mawakhat and urge us to go beyond self-interest and celebrate the rebuilding of not only the infrastructure that was destroyed by the floods but also of hope to begin a new life.
Managing Director & CEO, Oil & Gas
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Mawakhat is support and solidarity. It is hope in times of despair, hope that enables us to get back up, each time we fall. Mawakhat is the basis of humanity; one of the most human instincts in times of crisis. As we navigate through pages of Mawakhat, we find ourselves immersed in the narratives of heroes, seemingly ordinary people who, in the face of loss, demonstrate remarkable courage.
