Dewan Dakwah Islamiyah Indonesia, Islamic organization in Jakarta, Indonesia
The Dewan Dakwah Islamiyah Indonesia is a religious organization with branches across 32 provinces and headquarters at Menara Dakwah in central Jakarta. It operates hundreds of schools, universities, and religious centers throughout the country.
Mohammad Natsir and Mohammad Rasjidi founded this organization in 1967 to strengthen Islamic education across Indonesia. It emerged at a time when deepening religious values in society was a priority.
The organization manages a network of mosques and Islamic schools that serves Muslim communities throughout Indonesia at the grassroots level. These spaces bring people together for education and worship.
The organization is accessible through multiple offices across the country, with the Jakarta headquarters serving as the main point of contact. Visitors can reach out to local branches to learn about activities and programs in their area.
The organization's library houses the personal collection of Professor HM Rasjidi, who served as the nation's first Minister of Religious Affairs. This historical collection offers insights into the early development of Islamic institutions in the country.
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