Bulletin AIDCA Visits IDT

Strengthening Da’wah Ties: AIDCA Visits IDT

IDT's Bulletin | Team IDT | 28 July 2025

WANGSA MAJU, 24 July 2025 — The Interactive Dakwah and Tarbiyah (IDT) welcomed four representatives from the India Dawah Centre Association (AIDCA) for a few memorable hours together. The delegation was led by Muhammad Ali Shoaib, AIMIM District President, together with Ilyas Khan, Founder Member of AIDCA and State Manager of KIDCA, as well as his students, Abrar Anjum Khan and Mohammed Ayan.

During the exchange, AIDCA shared their observation that many da’wah discussions tend to drift away from the core message, often getting sidetracked into cultural debates or minor differences. Both sides agreed that when reaching out to those new to Islam, the focus should remain on the heart of the message — the Oneness of God and the role of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as the last messenger. They also stressed the need for better training for da’ies, combining sincerity with effective tools, relatable language, and practical methods.

Bro. Lim Jooi Soon introduced some of IDT’s approaches, including the CvC (Creator vs Creation) method, a world religions comparison banner, and a Prophets’ genealogy chart.

The AIDCA team, in turn, shared their experiences from India’s diverse religious landscape, highlighting that da’wah resonates most when it addresses real social issues like poverty, injustice, and dowry, showing how Islam offers compassionate and practical solutions.

The afternoon also included a taste of Malaysian hospitality, with nasi lemak, pulut panggang, roti jala, and fresh mangosteen served alongside the sharing of ideas.

By the end of the session, both parties agreed on concrete follow-ups, from developing training modules and sharing tools, to adapting outreach for local cultures and languages.

As Bro. Lim reminded everyone in his final remarks:

⁠“Our duty is to convey the message — not to convert. Da’wah isn’t about debates or winning arguments, it’s about reaching hearts with wisdom and compassion.”

The visit concluded with a tour of IDT’s facilities, ending on a warm note and a shared commitment to da’wah that is authentic, respectful, and impactful across borders.