Zakat Literacy Among Indonesian Migrant Workers in Malaysia

Abstract

The potential for zakat abroad is significant; however, zakat management has not yet been optimized due to issues with socialization and limited zakat literacy among zakat payers (muzaki) abroad. These issues include the frequent movement of muzaki and low trust in Zakat Management Organizations (OPZ), leading many to pay their zakat directly. Empowerment methods and enhancing zakat literacy for Indonesian Migrant Workers and the Indonesian Diaspora are critical factors in increasing understanding and knowledge, which can change attitudes and behaviors in zakat payment. This assistance follows the stages of empowerment, namely: the awareness stage, the skills transformation stage, and the intellectual and skills enhancement stage.