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~59~ e-Anwar (aba) has repeatedly drawn attention of the Waqfeen-e- nau and Waqifat-e-nau on playing an important role in the field of media, preparing experts in media for future needs of Jama’at in this field. On one occasion, he said: “We also require people with media and communication related degrees and training. The work of MTA continues to expand and we have also started our radio service, Voice of Islam, recently. The radio is currently in its formative stage, but we wish to constantly develop it and increase its scope and we will require suitable manpower. Thereafter apart from MTA International, other local MTA studios are either being opened or are currently being developed in a number of countries. Thus, those of you who have a talent and interest in these fields, should pursue broadcasting, media and other similar technical fields. We also require journalists and media professionals, because the impact of the mass media is ever-increasing. And so, we need our people who can present the true teachings of Islam to the world through the media. Therefore, as Waqfeen-e-Nau, you should keep in mind what the requirements and needs of our Jama’at are, and based on those requirements, you should educate yourselves and work as hard as you can. Once you have completed your respective degrees or training, you should make sure you inform the Jama’at and submit yourselves as Waqf-e-Zindagi (a life devotee) and be ready to serve. ” • Address at National Waqfe Nau Ijtema 28 February 2016 Baitul Futuh Mosque, London • Published AlFazl International 12 August 2016 One day before giving the preceding address on this important topic, Huzoor-e-Anwar (aba) addressed the Annual Ijtema of the Waqifat-e-nau and said: “ I wish to say that within our Jama’at there is a particularly strong need for Ahmadi women doctors and teachers. Also, we