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Figure 1: Zakat collection and distribution of Baan Kota Mosque

Zakat fitr payers

Mosque Zakat Committee

Zakat fitr recipients

Communication and Marketing

The mosque committee communicate the importance of Zakat through a number of

communication channels. The essential of Zakat and its practices have been discussed in a great
deal during Khutbah or Friday summon. This is to ensure that the villagers are aware of one of

the main pillars of Islam and encourage them to pay Zakat when the time comes. During the last

15 days of the fasting month, village wire broadcasting is done every day on this topic to remind
people on their duty and responsibility. Ramadan brochures are issued to cover activities during

the month of Ramadan, including Zakat fitr.

Some of the mosque committee highlighted that the above mentioned channels of

communication increased the number of people who pay Zakat as well as amount of Zakat each
year. Word of mouth may also contributes to this trend as the people see the effectiveness of

collection and distribution practice of the Zakat committee, they spread a good word on this.

Other people who used to pay Zakat directly to the recipients turn to the Zakat committee for
future Zakat payment. The mosque committee have employed various forms of communication

to promote Zakat in the community. However, many villagers may not have adequate practical
understanding of Zakat, especially the rich. Regular communication via printed media, radio and

social media shall be used. The involvement of the Satun Provincial Islamic Council is vital for

the success of Zakat management in this province.

Problems and solutions

Various issues related to Zakat management and practices in Baan Kota Mosque were raised
during the focus group session. The first issue is related to people’s awareness and understanding