Based on the above statement of aims and objects, the activities of PERMIM can be in the following areas, that is:-
- Religious
- Social
- Economic
- Educational
- Cultural
Specifically, political activities or activities that have a political objective or purpose do not fall within PERMIM’s present scope of activities.
PERMIM is not a political organisation and therefore, it cannot behave like a political party or be expected to meet the political aspirations of its members.
However, activities that aim to inculcate a political consciousness or civic mindedness can, and should be pursued within the social objective and as part of a nation-building exercise involving every member as a citizen or would be citizen of this country.
The objectives of the activities to be carried out by PERMIM shall be:-
- a) to raise the overall aspirations of the members as belonging to a community which is an integral part of the Islamic community the Ummah;
- b) to plan, organise and implement a programme of activities that will motivate community to reflect a characteristic that is truly Islamic;
- c) to provide constructive support and assistance to national programmes which focuses on nation-building;
- d) to seek assistance and aid to uplift the community in areas where there is a serious lack of collective effort and self-help measures are almost impossible; and
- e) to make PERMIM a reputable organisation and its leaders respected nationally and internationally.