Puttenham, Guildford, 27 September 2025: Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih V, may Allah be his Helper, graced the Lajna Imaillah and Nasirat-ul-Ahmadiyya UK Ijtema 2025 with his presence.
The formal proceedings of this blessed gathering commenced at approximately 4:10 pm local time. Following the conveyance of salaam, Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa invited Rizwana Tahir Sahiba to recite a portion of the Holy Quran (Ch. 3: V.103-105), after which Labeeda Bhatti Sahiba presented the English translation of the verses.
Huzooraa then came to the podium for the Lajna Imaillah pledge, which was repeated in unison by all members present. Thereafter, Rizwana Shams Sahiba was invited to recite an Urdu poem composed by Hazrat Nawab Mubaraka Begum Sahibara, and Barira Tahir Sahiba presented its English translation.
Sadr Lajna Imaillah UK was subsequently called to present a report of the ijtema. She expressed gratitude to Huzooraa for gracing the occasion and noted that the second day of the ijtema had reached a successful conclusion. She further highlighted that the theme for this year’s ijtema was:
“And hold fast, all together, by the rope of Allah.” (Ch.3: V.104)
She noted that various talks and presentations were delivered on topics including “How Khilafat Inspires us to Seek Knowledge” and “Witnessing the Words of Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa”. Academic competitions for Nasirat were also held, comprising tilawat, nazm, Urdu and English speech, as well as English poetry competitions.
Academic excellence awards for university students had been distributed the previous day to those whose names were announced at Jalsa Salana UK 2025. Awards for GCSE and A-Level students were scheduled for the following day.
AMRA also organised talks on a variety of subjects spanning religion, science, and health. Among the new features introduced for Nasirat this year were a special talk on animals in the Holy Quran. The exhibitions showcased presentation on Khulafa, their lives and guidance for the Jamaat.
Awards were also presented on the basis of small, medium and large majalis. This year the attendance was 7496 as compared to 7130 last year. Sadr Lajna Imaillah UK concluded her report by offering thanks to all those who had contributed to the success of the ijtema. She also thanked Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya and Majlis Ansarullah. Once again, she expressed heartfelt gratitude to Huzooraa for his blessed presence and humbly requested his prayers for the future progress of Lajna Imaillah UK.
A video presentation was then shown, capturing key aspects of the ijtema and showcasing the new features introduced this year.
At 4:33 pm, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa commenced his address. The following is a summary:
The establishment of Lajna Imaillah was a profound gift for Ahmadi women and girls. Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IIra established Lajna Imaillah so that women could organise and work independently, without being under the shadow of men.
We live in an age when the call for women’s rights has become fashionable in the West. Women are now raising their voices to attain rights that were previously denied to them. Modern trends even see men branding themselves as feminists and claiming to achieve rights for women. However, there is no sincere commitment to true women’s rights.
These modern-day movements are often driven by selfish motives, not by love, compassion, or a genuine desire for equality. By contrast, Ahmadi women can proudly proclaim to the world that Islam granted them their rights and freedoms more than 1400 years ago. They do not need any man to bestow rights or equality upon them, for Allah Himself honoured them with true freedom, justice, and equality.
Ahmadi women can proudly affirm that they do not seek rights or freedoms as defined by worldly people or the men of this era. Their desire is for the rights defined by Allah and His Messengersa. Allah the Almighty has commanded that the rights and dignity of women must never be violated, nor should they ever be subjected to cruelty. Any man who denies a woman her due rights is guilty in the eyes of God and will be held accountable before Him.
While Allah has granted women countless rights and privileges, He has also laid down obligations that must be fulfilled.
God requires women to be righteous, to perform good deeds, and to act upon the teachings of Islam; only then will they be worthy of His rewards. In the Holy Quran, Allah the Almighty delineates the responsibilities of men and women – sometimes collectively, and at other times separately. Allah the Almighty states:
اِنَّ الۡمُسۡلِمِیۡنَ وَالۡمُسۡلِمٰتِ وَالۡمُؤۡمِنِیۡنَ وَالۡمُؤۡمِنٰتِ وَالۡقٰنِتِیۡنَ وَالۡقٰنِتٰتِ وَالصّٰدِقِیۡنَ وَالصّٰدِقٰتِ وَالصّٰبِرِیۡنَ وَالصّٰبِرٰتِ وَالۡخٰشِعِیۡنَ وَالۡخٰشِعٰتِ وَالۡمُتَصَدِّقِیۡنَ وَالۡمُتَصَدِّقٰتِ وَالصَّآئِمِیۡنَ وَالصّٰٓئِمٰتِ وَالۡحٰفِظِیۡنَ فُرُوۡجَہُمۡ وَالۡحٰفِظٰتِ وَالذّٰکِرِیۡنَ اللّٰہَ کَثِیۡرًا وَّالذّٰکِرٰتِ ۙ اَعَدَّ اللّٰہُ لَہُمۡ مَّغۡفِرَۃً وَّاَجۡرًا عَظِیۡمًا
“For men who submit themselves wholly to Allah, and women who submit themselves wholly to Him, and men who believe and women who believe, and men who are obedient and women who are obedient, and men who are truthful and women who are truthful, and men who are steadfast and women who are steadfast, and men who are humble and women who are humble, and men who give alms and women who give alms, and men who fast and women who fast, and men who guard their chastity and women who guard their chastity, and men who remember Allah much and women who remember Him, Allah has prepared forgiveness and a great reward.” (Ch.33: V.36)
In this verse, Allah has prescribed the same righteous deeds for both men and women in order to attain the rank of a true believer.
Huzooraa explained that as an Ahmadi woman, if you act upon these commandments, you will nurture righteous fathers, husbands, and sons. You will be the ones who purify and liberate society from the conflicts and turmoil that grieve it today. Always remember that the achievement of any great objective requires sacrifice. Therefore, every Ahmadi woman and girl must constantly strive to improve her spiritual and moral state. Only then can you truly act upon the commands of Allah. Submit entirely to Him, give sadaqah, observe the fasts, and guard your modesty and chastity.
It is often the case that girls and women share their worries with Huzooraa and ask why their prayers are not answered. Huzooraa clarified that some rewards require patience and are destined for their appointed time. True believers do not regard this world as everything; rather, their eyes are set upon the eternal life of the Hereafter.
Keeping this in view, Huzooraa briefly outlined the moral values that a believer must embody.
Strive to perfect one’s faith
It is not enough merely to recite the kalimah verbally; there must be deep conviction and a readiness to fulfil every command of Allah the Almighty. Regrettably, some people complain immediately when tested with trials. Yet God loves His people dearly, and He requires unwavering faith in Him – never doubting His presence when a hardship befalls.
Thus, no matter what, a believer’s faith in Allah must never weaken, nor must they ever harbour grievance against Him. Always remember, God is the Lord of all the worlds. He has bestowed countless blessings upon us from the moment of our conception. If we continually recall His bounties, we will never complain of being treated unfairly. If we remain steadfast for Allah’s sake alone, He will reward us beyond measure.
Every Ahmadi Muslim woman must regularly recite the Holy Quran, strive to understand its meanings, and live by its sacred guidance. Unfortunately, many fail to give due attention to the Word of God Almighty. In the Quran, Allah commands us to listen to Him and strengthen our faith in Him. The primary means of increasing one’s faith is to study the Holy Quran. Its commandments number over 700, and we must strive to fulfil every single one of them.
Among young people today, there is a tendency to say, after praying for some time, that their prayers were not answered. Those with true faith recognise that the fault lies with themselves. Therefore, every Ahmadi must raise the standard of their faith and prayers.
To achieve this, one should constantly reflect on the pledge that Lajna members make at their events and gatherings. Huzooraa reminded that he has repeatedly mentioned the sacrifices made by Ahmadi women, who have always stood at the forefront of their faith. If Ahmadi women resolve to make every possible sacrifice, they can be assured that God will never leave them empty-handed.
Obedience to Allah the Almighty
Believing women are obedient to Allah the Almighty. Lajna Imaillah was founded for the moral and spiritual uplift of Ahmadi women and girls. To preserve the honour and dignity of Lajna and of the Jamaat, members must embrace this identity wholeheartedly. Lajna Imaillah regularly organises programmes for moral and spiritual training. Every woman and girl should participate in these programmes to increase their moral and spiritual progress.
Mothers, and those who will soon become mothers, must never forget their responsibilities. They are responsible not only for themselves, but also for their children. If they reform themselves, their reformation will be carried forward to their future generations.
The Holy Prophetsa taught that one should like for others what one likes for oneself. When Lajna members wish that their prayers be accepted and aspire to attain the highest values, they must also instil these in their children, siblings, and society at large.
Truthfulness
Another fundamental quality is truthfulness. When a woman speaks the truth and avoids falsehood, she performs a form of spiritual jihad. This not only purifies her from every trace of shirk but also sets a powerful example for her children and others in society, teaching them to abhor lying and to reject shirk. Falsehood is a malignant key that unlocks countless evils.
Raising children in Western society poses unique challenges. Yet if parents are pious and live according to the teachings of Islam, their children will naturally learn from them. Thus, an Ahmadi mother bears the weighty responsibility of protecting society from every form of shirk.
Huzooraa referred to the nikah verses, which highlight the importance of truthfulness. Ahmadi mothers must inculcate this quality within their children, for truth equips them with the power to spread the message of Islam.
Patience
With patience and prayer, strive to resolve every issue. If, God forbid, matters intensify, they may be presented to the Jamaat for reconciliation and reformation. Believing women – whether mothers, daughters, sisters, or in-laws – must strive to create an atmosphere of peace, love, and harmony.
Today the world is in a critical state because selfishness has taken root and patience has diminished. Patience is not weakness; it is a demonstration of true strength. One dangerous effect of social media is exposure to harmful influencers. Women are often urged to seek divorce over minor issues. Yet studies show that the breakdown of families leads children towards dark and destructive paths.
Believing men and women alike must observe forbearance and patience, always striving to preserve the family unit. At times, difficulties arise with neighbours or Jamaat office-bearers. Office-bearers are human and may make mistakes, but they are not infallible. However, when false allegations are levelled, pride and ego turn the accusers into wrongdoers themselves. One sin gives rise to another, disturbing the peace of the entire society.
Humility
Another great virtue for believing women is humility, for humility is the key to a peaceful society. If Ahmadi women remain humble, they will raise future generations who will themselves become the key to peace and prosperity. Arrogance breeds disorder, while Allah revealed to the Promised Messiahas that He loves humility and meekness.
Sacrifice and sadaqah
Another virtue is offering sacrifice and giving sadaqah. Huzooraa prayed that Allah reward Ahmadi women abundantly for their sacrifices.
Fasting
Another virtue is fasting in the month of Ramadan. Fasting instils patience, increases humility, curbs arrogance, and strengthens faith. It ensures the peace and security of society. Indeed, every virtue brings with it collective benefit.
Chastity and modesty
Allah further commands believing men and women to guard their chastity and modesty. The Promised Messiahas explained that modesty is not limited to dress; it also concerns one’s eyes, ears, tongue, and every faculty that can lead to sin.
Islam commands women to dress modestly, protecting them from unwanted glances and safeguarding society from impure thoughts and actions. Today, indecency and vulgarity are widespread. In such an age, it is a source of great pride that Ahmadi women and girls remain firm and continue to manifest the teachings of Islam.
Islam was the first to establish and safeguard the rights of women and to promote their education. Yet along with rights, Islam has placed certain obligations upon women. Huzooraa gave the example of Prophet Mosesas and the women who waited until the shepherds had departed before approaching the well. Their modesty required them to remain separate.
However, today some suggest that Jamaat meetings should be mixed without any screens dividing men and women.
Lajna Imaillah and all steadfast Ahmadi women must clarify that when purdah is discarded, social and moral problems inevitably arise. Without embarrassment or hesitation, every Ahmadi woman must observe modesty at all times. The modesty and dignity of Ahmadi women are a means of distinction and honour from the rest of the world.
Worship of Allah
Finally, according to the verse mentioned at the beginning, Allah commands believers to remember and worship Him. Those who do so will be granted immense rewards and blessings. Allah declares in Surah al-Baqarah that He does not burden any soul beyond its capacity. This proves that Allah’s commandments are never beyond human ability, and at the same time, He forgives shortcomings.
Every great achievement requires sacrifice – even worldly goals demand it – so why should sacrifice not be made for the sake of Allah?
Therefore, one must always seek to fulfil the pledge to prioritise faith above all worldly matters. Many women in the time of the Holy Prophetsa were unlettered, yet when he taught them, they obeyed and followed his guidance. They became the shining stars of early Islam and guiding lights for generations to come.
In this age, Allah has sent the Promised Messiahas so that believing men and women may bring about a revolution within themselves. Huzooraa prayed:
“May Allah grant all of you the ability to increase in faith and to act upon the commands of Allah.”
To the younger girls, Huzooraa advised that they must increase their knowledge of religion, focus on offering salat regularly, and devote themselves to the recitation and study of the Holy Quran.
Huzooraa also gave the example of Ahmadi men and women in Burkina Faso, who made great sacrifices and remained firm in their faith. Even when their men were martyred before them, their Ahmadi women did not show any fear and stood firm in faith. Having accepted the Promised Messiahas, they demonstrated that they were ready to present every sacrifice for their faith. These African women have set a remarkable example, and their faith should serve as a living model for all members of Lajna Imaillah.
Revolutions are never born out of convenience or mere words. They are achieved through sacrifice – by surrendering one’s ego, desires, and worldly interests for a higher purpose. Moreover, children must be trained in this spirit so that the legacy of faith, sacrifice, and steadfastness is carried forward to the next generation.
Towards the end, Huzooraa said:
“As members of Lajna Imaillah, understand your responsibilities, you have been entrusted with the sacred duty of conveying the message of Islam in this country and around the world and to play the foremost role in serving the noble mission of the Promised Messiahas. May Allah grant you the ability to do so.”
Huzooraa then led all attendees in du‘a (silent prayer). Thereafter, Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa affectionately listened to taranas (choral poems) of Lajna Imaillah and Nasirat.
(Report prepared by Al Hakam)
