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History Majlis Atfal-ul-Ahmadiyya (MAA) was established in 1938 Hadhrat Mirza Bashiruddin Mahmud Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih II ra (Raziallaho Anho). It is an auxiliary of Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmaddiya (MKA) for Ahmadi boys between the ages of 7 and 15. “ATFAL” is derived from the Arabic word for “young children”. In the United States, MAA was officially founded with the establishment of MKA USA in 1969. Currently, MAA USA is comprised of 63 Majalis (chapters) over 10 regions. Purpose The purpose of MAA, according to Hadhrat Khalifatul Masih IIra, was to inculcate the virtues of regularity in daily prayers, hard work, and truthfulness in the youth of Ahmadiyyat. These traits should be part and parcel of every Tifl as he matures into a Khadim. The official pledge of MAA is: "I bear witness, that there is none worth of worship except Allah. He is one, has no partner, and I bear witness that Muhammad (saw) is His servant and messanger". “I solemnly pledge that I shall always be ready to serve Islam, Ahmadiyyat the Nation and the Country. I shall always speak the truth. I shall not abuse anybody. And I shall strive to obey all the commandments of Khalifat-ul-Masih. Insha’ Allah”. Structure Majlis Atfal-ul-Ahmadiyya is divided in two groups:
Organization Constitutionally, MAA is expected to function not independently but under the supervision of Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya. The national president of MKA, known as the Sadr, oversees the activities of MAA, which is lead by an appointed person in-charge known as the Muhtamim Atfal. The Muhtamim has at his disposal a comprehensive executive body to maintain the activities and progress of MAA, which include Assistants to Muhtamim (Naib Muhtamimeen) and a Regional Nazim (secretary) for the 10 MKA/MAA geographic regions in the U.S. Various departments work under the Muhtamim MAA, including Taleem, Tarbiyyat, Ma’al and Isha’at to name a few The local representative of each chapter of MAA is known as the Nazim Atfal. This position is assigned to a local member of MKA (Khadim) by the specific MKA Chapter head (Qaid). In order to also train the youth in the art of leadership, officers are also being appointed among the members of MAA and they are always encouraged to hold their separate meetings, but under the direction and supervision of MKA. Each local MAA chapter makes a Majlis-e-Amila (consultative body) by appointing suitable Atfal as the following: Atfal are also mentored by appointed members of Ansarul Ahmadiyya (auxiliary of the Jama’at for men over the age of 40) known as Murabiyaan Atfal. A Murabi Atfal serves as an elder guide for the local MAA chapter assisting the local Nazim Atfal with overall training of the local members of MAA. Events/Publications The MAA annual calendar includes a variety of events, including local and regional camps/sleepovers, Tarbiyyat events, Sports events, and the flagship event of the year, the National Ijtema (Rally) in which Atfal from all over the country are invited to participate in a weekend retreat of educational and athletic activities and competitions. Currently, MAA contributes articles written by Atfal to a quarterly publication known as Al-Hilal. MAA has dedicated activity coverage on the quarterly publication of MKA magazine (Mujahid). MAA also has a “Rising Stars” program in which talented Atfal from across the country are recognized who score victories/achievements in various spiritual and educational endeavors. Best Majlis Award The Best Majlis award for Majlis Atfal-ul-Ahmadi Department Plans from previous years: 2003-2004, 2004-2005, 2005-2006, 2006-2007, 2007-2008, 2008-2009 |
