Lazismu Marks 24th Anniversary with 'Integration Strengthens Impact' Theme for ZISKA Ecosystem

Lembaga Amil Zakat, Infaq, and Sadaqah Muhammadiyah (Lazismu) officially commemorated its 24th anniversary on 4 July 2026. Since its establishment in 2002, Lazismu has continued to strengthen its commitment to empowering the community. This year, the theme ‘Integration Strengthens Impact’ was chosen as a strategic step to unite institutional movements for broader benefit.

Chairman of the Lazismu Central Board, Ahmad Imam Mujaddid Rais, affirmed that integration within Lazismu is a manifestation of spiritual values to put the organisation’s ranks in order. According to him, integration is a sunnatullah inspired by the concept of tawhid as the foundation of the oneness of divinity, creation, and humanity.

‘Integration links every level of Lazismu’s institutional hierarchy under a single unified system,’ said the figure affectionately known as Pak Rais on Tuesday (7/7).

He explained that this integration carries the principle of One System, One Movement, and One Goal. All activities, from collection, management, and distribution to reporting of ZISKA (Zakat, Infaq, Sedekah, and Other Religious Funds), are now connected within one national policy direction. This step ensures that Lazismu at the central, regional, and local levels mutually reinforce one another and do not operate independently.

Beyond internal strengthening, synergy is also being expanded through collaboration with internal Muhammadiyah partners (MLO) as well as external parties such as the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Baznas, and various NGOs.

Chief Executive of Lazismu, Barry Adhitya, added that this policy direction is a mandate from Lazismu’s Strategic Plan (RENSTRA) 2025–2030. Entering its third cycle of eight years, the institution’s main focus is on strengthening governance, designing sustainable programmes, and improving the professionalism of Amil.

‘The integration of thought, planning, and action across Lazismu throughout Indonesia, based on technology, will further strengthen the impact of ZISKA on society and enable us to deliver the best services,’ Barry concluded.

The momentum of the 24th anniversary is hoped to be a starting point for Lazismu to continue delivering social justice and community welfare, both nationally and internationally, with the full support of all levels of society.