AHA’s Mission

The purpose of AHA shall be to act as an Association for the benefit of its members within the Halal market and Halal industry with a primary focus in (but not limited to) the United States of America.  The AHA shall endeavor to:

1. To provide, promote, sponsor and otherwise support clear definitions for the term ‘Halal’ with particular reference to its application in the production, manufacture, distribution and sale of Halal foods and other personal care and consumer products, as well as related services such as travel, hospitality, and Islamic financial service applications such as investment, commercial finance and real estate.

2.  To provide, promote, sponsor and otherwise support a clear and in-depth understanding of the meaning and parameters of the term ‘Halal’ and its applications among industry, government representatives and the general public.

3.  To assist, aid and otherwise protect the integrity of Halal products and services by encouraging the highest levels of ethical, professional and technical expertise among the Halal industry.

4.  To foster and encourage the adoption of the highest standards of quality, hygiene and safety in the Halal industry.

5.  To aid, assist and serve as a focal point and collective voice to represent the collective interests of the Halal industry.

6.  To aid, assist and serve as an intermediary between the Halal industry and the government, and between the Halal industry and the general public.

7.  To aid, assist, encourage and promote research projects and programs that will further the successful development of the Halal industry.

8. To aid, assist and provide networking opportunities among Halal industry to further strengthen the overall market for Halal products and services, and to develop domestic and international market access.

9.  To endeavor to act as an arena for mutual understanding and conflict resolution and to foster harmony and beneficial working relations between Halal industry, government representatives and the general public.

10. To do all lawful acts and things necessary or proper to promote the welfare of the Halal industry in accordance with the purposes and objects previously set forth.