Founder of Akhuwat Visits Center for Peace & Spirituality USA in Waltham, Highlights Message of Dignity, Hope, and Compassion
WALTHAM, MA — The founder of the globally recognized microfinance movement Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib visited the newly opened location of Center for Peace & Spirituality USA last month, taking a tour of the facility and engaging in discussions on spirituality, social service, and community development.
The Center for Peace & Spirituality USA (CPS USA) is an organization inspired by the teachings of renowned Islamic scholar and peace activist Maulana Wahiduddin Khan. CPS USA focuses on fostering spiritual understanding, positive thinking, and interfaith harmony through study circles, educational programs, and community engagement.
During his visit, Dr. Saqib toured the facility, met with organizers, and shared insights from his decades-long journey building Akhuwat, the world’s largest interest-free microfinance organization. He also spoke about his book and the philosophy that has guided his work in poverty alleviation and social development.
Akhuwat, founded in 2001, is built on the principle of “Qarz-e-Hasan” (interest-free loans), offering financial support to underserved communities without interest. The organization has helped millions of families, with a model rooted in trust, dignity, and community participation.
Dr. Saqib emphasized that poverty is not only financial but also a “crisis of hope,” a perspective that has shaped Akhuwat’s broader mission of restoring dignity and belief in possibility. Over time, the organization has expanded beyond microfinance into education, healthcare, and social welfare initiatives, including fee-free education programs and community support services.
At the Boston center, CPS USA representatives highlighted their mission of promoting peace through spiritual awareness and interfaith understanding. The organization conducts programs aimed at encouraging reflection, dialogue, and personal growth, while promoting a message of coexistence and compassion.
CPS USA officials said the visit reflected shared values between the two institutions—contributing positively to humanity, trust-based community development, and a focus on uplifting individuals through hope and dignity.
The event was attended by several Harvard student researchers, who shared insights from their work and exchanged ideas focused on social impact and spirituality.
