The Implementation of Asnaf's Economic Empowerment Program (PROPER A) in Perak, Malaysia

Abstract

Zakat does not only function as a method of financial collection but rather it is one of human devotion to Allah SWT, cleaning property and soul and helping the asnaf to continue their lives. Among the productive assistance that was triggered to help this asnaf group was through the implementation of the Asnaf Economic Empowerment Program (PROPER A). It aims to train the asnaf group to become entrepreneurs in the field of agriculture. It is carried out on land owned by the participants or the families involved. This study was conducted to review the implementation method of the Asnaf Economic Empowerment Program (PROPER A). This qualitative study uses library research methods and interviews with the officers involved in the implementation of this program specifically. This study found that this program has involved the collaboration of two important institutions, namely the Majlis Agama Islam dan Adat Melayu Perak (MAIPk) and the appointed panel or consultant company.