Islam: Over 400 groups sign European Muslim 'charter of values'



Brussels, 10 Jan. (AKI) - More than 400 Muslim groups on Thursday signed a 'charter of values' at the European Parliament pledging tolerance and respect for the laws of the countries in which they live.

"The charter amounts to a code of good conduct for Muslims in Europe which commits them to taking part in building a united society," said European Parliament vice-president Mario Mauro.

"It pledges Muslims to helping create harmony and well-being in our societies and to fully playing the role of citizens in upholding justice, equal rights and respect for difference."

Mauro is an Italian politician from the conservative Forza Italia party of former premier Silvio Berlusconi and in his role as deputy European Parliament president is tasked with handling relations with churches and religious communities.

"The charter gives a great boost to strengthening intercultural and inter-religious dialogue. And it reinforces Muslims' duty to respect non-Muslims," said Mauro.

The document was prepared by the Federation of Islamic Organisations in Europe and endorsed by the groups in Brussels.

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The taquiyya continues and the EU support it and then make it into a charter, charters have a habit of becoming law in the EU.

This charter has been drawn up by the Federation of Islamic Organizations in Europe , the following is a mere sample of what they stand for:



The FIOE is founded on a set of principles, which may be summarized as follows:

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The primary sources for the clear understanding of Islam is the Holy Quran and the prophetic heritage as well as the consensus of the Scholars, without creating any prejudice or inconvenience. Our approach combines authenticity with flexibility and revival.
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Islam is a holistic world view, which directs the efforts of individuals, families and groups towards serving all walks of life. Islam also aims to free the human mind and welcomes the common good regardless of its origin.
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A holistic education system is necessary, whether spiritual or intellectual, for creating a strong individual. This is based on accurate understanding of Islam achieved through the framework implemented by member organizations.
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The organizational Islamic work, based upon truth and sincerity towards Allah the Almighty is a necessity. It must also be based upon genuine ties of brotherhood between all those involved, the correctness and accuracy of implementation and planning as well as upon a firm commitment to the aims coupled the sacrifice and steadfastness.
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Introducing the values of Islam with the best manners, is a necessity that must be facilitated for.
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The FIOE rejects all methods and means of compulsion, forced compliance and violence. It believes firmly that dialogue and bridge building are the means and methods to be pursued. The FIOE also believes that all matters of disagreement can be resolved through scholarly study free from any tendencies that reflect fanaticism and bigotry.
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The FIOE strives to achieve coordination and communication amongst Islamic establishments working on both the European and international arenas in order to realize and fulfill common aims and objectives. Reaching a consensus on small details of Islamic Jurisprudence is unrealistic, and thus such difference is acceptable and must never constitute a premise for divergence among Muslims as the Islamic faith absorbs a wide range of views and stances.
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Based on Islam’s gracious teachings, about contributing to the welfare of humanity, the FIOE strives to perform a civic role throughout Europe and to contribute towards all aspects of European civil life in a manner that realizes the common goal of European societies.
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The FIOE encourages and strives to achieve positive integration of Muslims in European societies, in a manner which collates between preserving the unique Islamic identity and enjoying and fulfilling the implications of full and complete citizenship rights and privileges, all in the manner which best achieves the common good and realizes the principles of stability and social harmony.
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European Muslims have devotional links and retain family roots in the Muslim World, thus the FIOE plays an advocacy role on issues pertaining to the Muslim World by promoting its rights in a wise and appropriate manner, whilst observing the principle of priorities and coordinating various declared interests.
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The FIOE strives to play a bridging role through which continuity between Europe and the Muslim World may be enhanced in order that mutual interests, positive cooperation and world peace may be achieved.




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Introducing Islam and its values and crystallizing an Islamic culture in accordance with the unique features of the European status quo.
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To enable Muslims in Europe to perform their religious duties, to preserve their cultural identities and to promote their social and religious affairs.
3.

To encourage and establish various establishments such as mosques, schools and educational, cultural, social, leisure and vocational institutes and clubs.
4.

To promote member organizations, enhance their expertise and performance and to develop methods of coordination and cooperation therewith.
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To care for the Muslim youth, provide opportunities for learning Islam and Arabic and to help them excel in their respective vocations.

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To activate Muslims within the framework of the European Union in a manner that serves the overall
general interest.
7.

To work for the representation of Muslims within European establishments and authorities.
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To strive towards achieving recognition for Islam as an official religion throughout Europe, which would be instrumental in enhancing and promoting the European Muslim identity.
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To expand the cultural and civilizational dialogue between Muslims and others in an attempt to interact positively and establish social peace and harmony.
10.

To maintain relationships with Muslims throughout the world, and to promote and reinforce cooperation and exchange between Europe and the Muslim World in a manner that achieves mutual interests.
11.

To extend bridges of cooperation and coordination with Islamic official and public authorities and establishments in both European and international arenas with the objective of achieving mutual interests.
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To contribute towards all efforts which aim to preserve and protect freedoms and promote human rights and dignity; and to refute all forms of racial discrimination and violence.




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To consider the interests of Islam and Muslims in Europe to be above any nationalistic, partisan or sectarian tendencies.
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Aiming to establish cooperation and approximation with all those who work sincerely in a manner which agrees with the aims and objectives of FIOE; and to work towards establishing relations of friendship and cooperation with all those who strive for the sake of Islam, away from any conflict or disagreement.
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To act transparently towards/with the society and environment around us and to establish ties of cooperation with the various bodies which serve the interests of Muslims and European society, and support the Islamic – Christian dialogue.
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To conduct all our affairs in a moderate manner and to be realistic when dealing with issues relating to Muslims in Europe as well as addressing international issues pertaining to Islam and Muslims.
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To always work in a manner that ensures that no law or regulation or by-law is contravened, whilst utilising all that is lawful and ethical.
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To always plan ahead for all work carried out, even on an executive level; and to carry out assessments on a regular and continued basis of all steps in the form of activities, successes, achievements, communications and agreements, in an intensive attempt to ensure success and progress.




General Secretariat:

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General administrative supervision.
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Monitoring the progress of member organizations, central establishments and various departments.

Relations Department:

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Relations with Islamic organizations in Europe.
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Relations with non-Muslim organizations.
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Relations with the Muslim World.

Da’wa and Introduction of Islam Department:

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Mosques, schools and Imams and workers for Da’wa.
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Introducing & promoting the values of Islam.
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Muslim-Christian dialogue.

Media Department:

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Publishing ‘Al-Europiyya’ periodical.
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Publishing and distributing books, publications and audio cassettes.
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Radio, Television and Internet.
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Cultural and Intellectual forums.

Education Department:

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Educational syllabuses.
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Preparatory and advanced courses.

Planning Department:

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Studies and Plans.
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Statistics, monitoring and following-up.
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Syllabuses, regulations and by-laws.

Eastern Europe Department:

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Eastern Europe and the Balkans region.
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Coordinating Islamic work and supporting Islamic establishments.

Finance Department:

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Budgets, subscriptions and donations
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Developing sources of income and Trusts

Muslim Woman Department:

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Caring for Muslim Women in Europe.
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Facilitating the participation of Women in Islamic Work.
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Upholding the rights of Muslim women within the European society.
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Caring for children and their rights.

Youth and Student Department:

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Youth and Student organizations.
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Conferences, camps and scouts.
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Preparatory and advanced courses.




European Institute for Human Science:


This is considered to be one of the most prominent successes of FIOE, as the Institute in France consists of 4 establishments:

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The European College for Islamic Studies

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The Arabic Language Institute
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The Institute for the training of Imams
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The Institute for Learning the Holy Quran

By the grace of Allah Almighty, a branch of the Institute was opened in the United Kingdom in November 1999, which consists of establishments parallel to that of France. Also, a branch of the Institute was opened in Paris in September 2000

European Council for Fatwa and Research:

The ECFR is considered to be a prominent central organization of FIOE; and consists of a number of scholars who reside in Europe as well as others who are familiar with the conditions of Islam and Muslims in Europe. Those scholars belong to various schools of Islamic jurisprudence and thought. The Council held its fourth session in Dublin, Ireland and has become fully established as a chief religious authority for Muslims throughout Europe. Dozens of questions and issues are raised before the Council, all of which are concerned with aspects relating to Muslims existence and settlement in Europe and which require thorough examination and consideration prior to issuing Shari’a fatwas in their concern. The president of ECFR is His Eminence Shaykh Yusuf Al-Qaradawi.

Association of Muslim Schools in Europe:

This Association was established in Sweden and consists of educational establishments and private Islamic schools as well as schools attached to Islamic centres in various European countries. The FIOE is working tirelessly throughout this session to develop and enhance the performance of the Association.

European Association of Media Personnel:

This establishment falls under the umbrella of the Media Department, and strives to enhance the participation of Muslims in European culture and media. It also works to encourage cultural exchange and dialogue in Europe as well as representing the interests of members and upholding the freedom of the press and media.

The FIOE is working to establish a Coordination Council, which along with the FIOE consists of other main Islamic organizations in an attempt to achieve a more comprehensive representation of Muslims in Europe.



Islamic Schools:

In order to preserve the identity of new Muslim generations in Europe, the FIOE seeks to establish Islamic schools and institutes. The FIOE is also working hard to prepare educational syllabuses for Muslim children in Europe of all ages and levels.

Al-Europiyya Periodical:

To ensure the continuation of publication of Al-Europiyya, which is a unique forum for covering the affairs of Muslims in Europe and acts as a link between them and their fellow Muslims throughout the Muslim World. The FIOE also strives to establish a specific trust for this project solely, so that it can develop and grow both from the design and content points of view.

Civilizational Continuance:

The FIOE aims to organize Islamic, cultural and intellectual seminars and conferences in order to enhance communication with the European society and remove misunderstandings and misrepresentations of Islam and Muslims, by promoting the true image of Islam to the different sectors of societies.

The FIOE is working on dozens of other projects of educational, cultural, intellectual and youth nature, in order to enhance and promote Islam and Muslims in Europe, protect their interests and uphold their rights.

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This does not auger well for Europe, from what I see of the aims and objectives of this group the plan is simple , Islamize Europe.

The EU have now given this "group" a virtual carte blanche to do all of the above with a quasi legal backing .

I for one was not consulted if I wanted this to happen in Europe, incidentally I don't but what do you or I matter, the oligarchs in Brussels have decided on the next stage of the extinction of Europes 27 unique cultures and have prepared the way for Islam.

Now more than ever we have to leave the EU otherwise we will be in an Islamic state in the very near future..

This charter is an Islamic document, oh yes they will say it forms a basis for all cultures to live and recognise each other on an equal basis etc, etc, etc but it has been written by people such as Al Qaradawi and I think that tells you all you need to know.

The so called pledge to respect other peoples countries and culture is meaningless as aim No 8 clearly states:

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To strive towards achieving recognition for Islam as an official religion throughout Europe, which would be instrumental in enhancing and promoting the European Muslim identity.

Brussels has taken down the Gates of Vienna and let the hoards in, Jan Sobieski your valliant effort has been rubbished.

Gandalf