About BDMI

Strengthening Marriages and Families in Singapore

Bio Dew Management International & Institute (BDMI) is a leading provider of Islamic marriage preparation courses and family life programmes in Singapore, dedicated to strengthening marriages and families through education, guidance, and community-based programmes.

For over three decades, BDMI has supported thousands of couples through structured marriage preparation courses, enrichment programmes, and family life education rooted in faith and practical understanding.

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What We Do

BDMI offers a range of programmes designed to support individuals, couples, and families at different life stages:

Cinta Abadi Marriage Programme supported by MUIS, ROMM & MSF

Marriage Preparation Courses

Marriage Enrichment Programmes

Parenting & Family Life Education

Family Counselling & Support Services

Team Building & Human Capital Development

Each programme is thoughtfully developed to provide practical tools, emotional insight, and faith-based guidance that couples and families can apply in their daily lives.

Our Journey

BDMI was founded with a clear purpose — to build strong, lasting marriages grounded in faith, respect, and shared responsibility.

What began as a small initiative has grown into a trusted organisation in Singapore, working closely with communities, mosques, and institutions to deliver meaningful programmes that make a real difference.

Today, BDMI continues to empower couples and families with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate marriage with confidence and clarity.

Our Vision

To build a community where every marriage thrives, supported by faith, understanding, and shared growth.

Our Mission

To strengthen marriages and families by equipping couples with practical tools, meaningful guidance, and shared values that support lifelong commitment.

Our Leadership

Ustazah Zarina Begam Ab Razak (ARS)

Founder & Managing Director

Principal Consultant, Marriage & Family Life Educator

With over 30 years of experience, Ustazah Zarina is a respected voice in marriage and family life education in Singapore. She has appeared on national radio and television, and regularly contributes to community programmes, mosques, and media platforms on topics related to marriage, family, and personal development.

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Abu Bakar M. Din

Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Principal Consultant

Mr Abu Bakar brings extensive experience in marriage and family education, having contributed to national media and community platforms. His work focuses on strengthening family structures, communication, and long-term relationship development.

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List Of Project Collaboration

IYAD Child & Development Centre Family & Staff Retreat

MUIS Social Development division for families and senior citizens

• North East Mosque Cluster
• North West Mosque Cluster

Teambuilding Retreat by EzyLink Limited

Marriage Retreat with Inspirasi Marriage Hub (PPIS & AMP)

Promotion of Malay Literacy, Bulan Bahasa (Malay Language)

Celebrate Knowledge, Raikan Ilmu (MENDAKI)

Team building for Social Development Officers of selected Mosque Cluster

Bulan Bahasa

List Of Project Collaboration

IYAD Child & Development Centre Family & Staff Retreat

Teambuilding Retreat by EzyLink Limited

Celebrate Knowledge, Raikan Ilmu (MENDAKI)

Bulan Bahasa

MUIS Social Development division for families and senior citizens

• North East Mosque Cluster
• North West Mosque Cluster

Team building for Social Development Officers of selected Mosque Cluster

Promotion of Malay Literacy, Bulan Bahasa (Malay Language)

Marriage Retreat with Inspirasi Marriage Hub (PPIS & AMP)

Why BDMI

  • Trusted by thousands of couples in Singapore 
  • Experienced facilitators with decades of practice 
  • Faith-based and culturally grounded approach 
  • Recognised programmes aligned with ROMM 
  • Strong community partnerships

Our Belief

Marriage requires effort — and sometimes, guidance.
At BDMI, we believe that with the right support, every couple can build a meaningful and lasting marriage rooted in understanding, respect, and shared values.

Ustazah Zarina Begam Ab Razak (ARS)

Founder & Managing Director

Principal Consultant, Marriage & Family Life Educator

A practitioner since 1991, Ustazah Zarina has appeared on several national radio and television programmes. She spoke as guests for mosques on social media and wrote for online and print media on various topics from marriage, family and wealth growth and legacy.

Evident-Based Relationship Certifications on:

  • Positive Parenting Prog, Univ. of Queensland
  • The R3 Factors. Mentoring. Home Runs & Links
  • Prepare Enrich

Trainer on Local Modules:

  • Cinta Abadi ( PreMarriage, Enhanced Marriage Enrichment and Parenting)
  • Start Right Stay Strong + Prepare Enrich
  • Positive Parenting Programme
  • Family Life modules and Islamic Munakahat, Cultural nuances Trans-cultural and Trans-National
  • Past modules since 1980s

Educational & Other Background:

  • Graduate Diploma in Counselling
    SAC, IRCEP, Pergas-UNISIM
  • Positive Parenting Programme, University of Queensland Australia
  • Prepare Enrich, USA The R3 Factors. Mentoring. Home Runs & Links, USA
  • Graduate Diploma Personnel Management - SIM
  • Graduate Syariah Advisory Training Prog, IIIF - Pergas
  • Bachelor of Economics (Hons) IIUM
  • Financial Advisory Certifications

Career Experience:

  • PPIS – Director, Resource Development
  • PERGAS – Resource Dept & Secretary, Financial Syariah Advisory Council
  • Independent Financial Advisor (MAS):
    Keppel Insurance & Syarikat Takaful, GE, HSBC, Financial Alliance, Phillip Securities
  • MCAS - Executive Office, Converts Development Department

Community Services:

Council /  Board Member:

  • Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS, 2022-present)
  • Indian Muslim Community Steering Committee (MUIS-IMCSC, 2022-present, Chairperson)
  • Islamic Legacy Planning Workgroup (MUIS-ILPW, 2024-present)
  • Muslim Financial Planning Association (MFPA, 2015-present)
  • Iyad Perdaus Limited (Child Development Centre) (2021-present)
  • PERDAUS (2015-present, VPII)
  • National Council of Problem Gambling, Assessor (2023-present)

Abu Bakar M.Din

Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Principal Consultant

Abu Bakar has appeared on several national radio and  television programmes on various topics from Marriage, family and wealth growth and legacy.

Background:

  • Family Life Coach with more than 35 years of experience
  • Involvement since 1980
  • Member of the Review Committee, Co-developer of Curriculums & Key Trainer of Trainers for MUIS, ROMM & MSF
  • Modules development for KPRT, Jalur Hidayah, BersamaMu, Cinta Abadi & Start Right Stay Strong
  • Involvement at Darul Arqam (Muslim Converts Association of Singapore) since 1984
  • Darul Arqam is ‘home to me’, the place I met my life partner
  • Member of the Review of Curriculums Committee & Trainer of The Tranquil Heart for Converts & Transnational Couples

Units:

  • Emas Finax
  • Adam & Hawa (Singles Match Making) – Certified Dating Practitioner (Social Development Network)
  • A’ Uniq Wedding & Events Planner
  • B’Yones Health &Wellness – Advocate for Senior Health & Wellness, Advanced Cert in Community & Social Services (Senior SVCS)

Trainer Certifications:

  • The R3 Factors. Mentoring. Home Runs & Links
  • Prepare Enrich – an Evidence based Relationship Tools Islamic
  • Conventional Insurance and Capital Markets.
    In 1995, introduced Takaful & Islamic Finance with Syarikat Takaful Singapura, a JV with Keppel Insurance, Great Eastern, HSBC and later as an Independent Financial Advisor (MAS) at Financial Alliance & Phillip Capital Pte Ltd.

Collaboration experience:

Mosques:

  • Al-Istighfar Mosque, Al-Khair Mosque, Kassim Mosque, Mydin Mosque, At-Taqua Mosque, Muhajirin Mosque, An-Nur Mosque, Darusalaam Mosque

Associations:

  • The Muslim Converts Association of Singapore (MCAS), Ain Society, Malay Language and Literacy Committee, MENDAKI, PPIS, AMP, Perdaus

Private Clubs and Businesses:

  • Serangoon Gardens Country Club, Mamanda Restaurant, J’s Wok & Grill (Jamiyah), Hajah Maimunah Restaurant, Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce, Home Team Ns Clubhouses, NowAsia (Abang Abu), Hayyan Kids, Majalah Nak Kahwin, Islamic Events, Rahmah Initiative, Coach Ayu Asi, Coach Maz Imran, Ustaz Dato’ Muhammad Fadillah Kamsah

Community Centres (CC):

  • Kampung Ubi CC, Geylang Serai CC, Woodlands Galaxy CC (and formerly Admiralty Gardens CC), Zhenghua CC, Bukit Panjang CC, Braddell Heights CC, Changi Simei CC, Tampines North CC, Tampines Changkat CC, Pasir Ris East CC