Ramadan, Zakat & Fitra announcement – 2024 / 1445 AH
Key information for Ramadan 2024 / 1445 AH including Zakat and FItra amounts.
Key information for Ramadan 2024 / 1445 AH including Zakat and FItra amounts.
It gives me great pleasure to present this comprehensive executive summary of the Halal Poultry Audit Reports, a testament to our unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of Halal certification in Australia. This document is not just a reflection of rigorous audit practices but embodies our dedication to transparency, ethical responsibility, and community trust. …
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The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC) stands with the international community, including Australia, in concerns over the humanitarian impact of ongoing military operations by Israel in Rafah, Gaza. The situation has escalated following a significant air assault by Israel on Rafah this past Sunday night, raising fears of the ground invasion that could have …
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Free Speech, a fundamental pillar of democratic societies, has been interpreted and valued differently across various cultures and legal systems. This article aims to explore the concept of Free Speech within Western and Islamic perspectives, shedding light on their historical contexts, philosophical underpinnings, and legal frameworks. Author: Dr Rateb Jneid (President, AFIC)
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC) strongly calls for law enforcement authorities to take decisive criminal action against those responsible for disseminating false claims against Palestinian protesters. A recent police statement has revealed that the investigation found no evidence to support the baseless allegation of the chant “gas the Jews” during a pro-Palestine Opera …
“Gas the Jews” chant NEVER took place; AFIC calls for investigation Read More »
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC), representing Muslim organisation across Australia, has issued an urgent appeal to the Honourable Senator Penny Wong, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Leader of the Government in the Senate, urging the immediate reconsideration of Australia’s decision to suspend humanitarian funding to Gaza. In alignment with the condemnation expressed by …
AFIC Urges Swift Reconsideration of Humanitarian Aid Suspension to Gaza Read More »
In a historic announcement on Friday, January 26, 2024, President Jean Donoghue of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) unveiled pivotal provisional measures to be implemented by Israel. This call to action has resonated with Human Rights Groups, NGOs, and various community organizations, including the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC), which has consistently made …
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC) Expresses Grave Concerns Over Construction and Inauguration of “Ram Temple” at Babri Mosque Site Dr Rateb Jneid, President of the Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC) has expressed profound concern and deep distress over the recent construction and inauguration of the “Ram Temple” at the site of the …
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC) stands in unwavering solidarity with Commissioner Mohamed Mohideen amidst the ongoing scrutiny and calls for investigation into his advocacy and statements regarding the situation in Palestine. AFIC underscores the critical distinction between criticising the policies of a state and propagating hatred or discrimination against a community. The conflation …
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC), established in 1964 as the Peak Muslim Organization, has expressed deep concern over the recent revelations surrounding the termination of journalist Antoinette Lattouf from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and through an open letter as follows called for a comprehensive inquiry into pro-Israeli influence at the ABC and …
AFIC Calls for Transparency and Independence in the Wake of Recent Events at ABC Read More »