It is an annual tradition for MAA UK to support a charitable cause and raise money for various projects. This year we will be raising funds for a Model Village Project in The Gambia with IAAAE (International Association of Ahmadi Architects and Engineers)

We have set an ambitious target of £75,000 but with your help and determination, we could even exceed this!

The national administrative branch of MAA has been given a target of raising £100 per person! So let's reach out to our friends, family, and colleagues to help us reach our target!

We will encourage further fundraising within the coming months with various national and regional events being organised.

Who are IAAAE and What is a Model Village?

IAAAE stands for the International Association of Ahmadi Architects and Engineers. They work prominently in the African continent working towards solutions to alleviate water poverty and bring electrification to rural locations. To date over 3.5 million people have benefited from the water pumps, solar off-grid systems, and villages they have rehabilitated.

IAAAE Model Village: A village is selected that has no foreseen investment or infrastructure to be installed by the government. Typically, women and children in the village travel many miles for water and have minimal access to electricity. The project aims to bring a solar water system and various solar outlets to the habitants. A community centre is also built, where the people can host social events and hold educational courses. Roads and pathways around the village are also constructed as well as toilets and sanitation infrastructure.