JEDDAH — The Memon Welfare Society (MWS) organized a family gathering on the occasion of its 7th anniversary at Al-Shallal Park here recently. Well-known community figure and founder member of MWS Yaqoob Al-Maimani was the chief guest. The program began with the recitation of the Holy Qur'an by Osama Altaf Basheer. MWS President Arif Memon welcomed the guests. Tayyab Moosani, MWS secretary-general, presented a brief report on the welfare activities of the group. He said MWS would not have been able to carry out the activities without the support and cooperation of businessmen and philanthropists from the community. Speaking on the occasion, Al-Maimani congratulated MWS for completing seven years of social service. He said MWS deserves appreciation for playing a vital role in the community through its voluntary services. Office bearers of the group presented a shield of gratitude to Al-Maimani. Dr. Iqbal Mussani, professor at a local medical college, presented a guidance class to children wishing to choose careers in medical field.
Abdulrahman Merchant, chartered accountant and chief of the finance division of a local group of companies, gave a presentation on career in the accounting and finance sector. Professor Erum Shoaib, educationist, gave a general lecture about selecting careers in any discipline. Iqbal Advani and Tayyab Moosani received shields from Al-Maimani in recognition of their dedicated and selfless efforts in rendering services to the community during the last seven years. A cake-cutting ceremony followed and various complimentary gifts were distributed to all male and female participants. The event was conducted by Irfan H. Ahmed Kolsawala while Shoaib Sikander, Wasim Tai and Ahmed Kamal Makki contributed to organizing the event. Younus Habib, MWS vice president, gave the vote of thanks. Around 500 people attended the program at Al-Shallal Theater.
