Supporting Muslims
in Australia for
60 years
Supporting Muslims
in Australia for over
59 years
In 2020, AFIC is celebrating its 56th anniversary as the national peak Islamic community organisation representing and serving the needs of Australians.
News & Releases
AFIC Welcomes the Restoration of Aid to UNRWA
AFIC joins with communities across Australia and around the world to mark the fifth anniversary of the tragic Christchurch attacks.
March 15, 2024
AFIC Remembers Christchurch Attacks on 5th Anniversary
AFIC joins with communities across Australia and around the world to mark the fifth anniversary of the tragic Christchurch attacks.
March 15, 2024
AFIC Stands United with International Coalition on the UN’s Day to Combat Islamophobia
AFIC is proud to stand united with an international coalition of prominent Muslim organisations and peak bodies on an issue of mutual importance to us all.
March 14, 2024
Islamic Resources
What is Islam?
There are around 1.6 billion Muslims in the world that’s about 23% of the global population. Islam is currently the world’s second-largest religion (after Christianity) and it is the fastest-growing major religion.
History of Islam in Australia
Muslims in Australia have a long and varied history that is thought to predate European settlement. Some of Australia’s earliest visitors were Muslim, from the east Indonesian archipelago.
Halal Certification
AFIC Halal services is the longest serving Halal certification service organisation in Australia. We continue to engage with agencies to ensure that the Halal status of products is maintained according to Islamic requirements.
Mosque Finder
Praying in congregation is of utmost importance in Islam. Among the best places to pray in congregation are the mosques. Follow the link below to find the location of mosques around you.
Mission Statement
Our Vision
AFIC will serve and inspire the Australian Muslim community to build a society that is free of discrimination where all people are empowered to fulfill their potential and Islam enriches the community.
Our Mission
Our mission is to advocate for the oppressed and weak; build pathways and opportunities for young Muslims to succeed; provide services that meet the needs of our diverse community and educating Muslims and non-Muslims on the true beauty of Islam.
Our Values
In delivering against our Mission we will make Ihsan our focus in all things, and specifically we will demonstrate the following values:
- Transparency
- Accountability
- Trust
- Respect
- Justice
- Mercy
- Sincerity