AAIS Member Newsletter [February 2025]

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Ramadan 2025 and upcoming events!

Welcome Ramadan

Updated: 11th March 2025
Taraweeh prayer nightly with Islamic talks in Albanian and English. Ishaa prayer at 9:30 pm (times are approx).

Please be respectful of our neighbours when parking around the mosque
- AAIS Community

The Albanian Australian Islamic Society in collaboration with Sadaqa Welfare Fund are raising much needed funds this Ramadan! Help us raise $100K

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Selam Brothers and Sisters,
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UPCOMING EVENTS

SISTERS QIYAM NIGHT AT AAIS YOUTH CENTRE
When: Friday 21 March
Time: 10:00pm to 1:00am
Place: AAIS Youth Centre

LAYLATUL QADR IFTAR AT AAIS MOSQUE
When: Wednesday 26 March
Time: Maghrib
Place: AAIS Carlton Mosque

AAIS BAJRAM FUNCTION
When: April 4 2025
Time: 6:30pm
Place: The Luxor Function Centre
Reservations: Book here

AAIS NEWS

LECTURE ON SURAH AN-NAS
On Saturday 1 February 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) hosted a lecture at the Albanian Mosque, Carlton North presented by special guest, Brother Bakr Al-Saudi.
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AAIS KIDS EDUCATION PROGRAM COMMENCED - TERM 1
Saturday 1 February 2025 marked the beginning of the first term of the Albanian Australian Islamic Society's (AAIS) 'Kids Education Program' at the AAIS Youth Centre.
Every Saturday, the AAIS is pleased to offer our Financial Members a variety of classes for children of all ages.
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HALAL FOOD BANK PACKING SESSION
On Sunday 2 February 2025, members of the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) and broader community were involved in a food packing session at the Halal Food Bank - Melbourne warehouse in Campbellfield.
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NATIONAL ZAKAT FOUNDATION WORKSHOP
On Friday 7 February 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) hosted a Zakat Workshop presented by Br. Ismail Davids from the National Zakat Foundation Australia.
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AAIS MEMBER RAMADAN MAILOUT
On Tuesday 11 February 2025, the annual Ramadan member mail-out was successfully completed.
We sincerely thank everyone who assisted with completing the corresponding mail-out. May Allah (swt) reward you.
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HAI MUSLIM ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
On Friday 14 February 2024, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) was honoured to be involved in the 18th annual Year 12 Muslims Achievements Awards dinner hosted by Human Appeal Australia (HAI).
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VICTORIAN MOSQUE OPEN DAY
On Saturday 15 February 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) took part in the annual 'Victorian Mosque Open Day'.
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RAMADAN SISTERS INFORMATION SESSION
The AAIS Women's Committee hosted a special AAIS Sisters Islamic Session talk on Ramadan by Dr Sara Hassan.
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KOSOVA INDEPENDENCE DAY EVENT
On Friday 21 February 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) held a special event at the AAIS Youth Centre. This event celebrated Kosova Independence Day which falls on 17 February annually.
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PRE-RAMADAN NIGHT OF SISTERHOOD
On Saturday 22 February 2025, Albanian sisters from the AAIS community attended a special night of sisterhood held at at the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) Youth Centre.
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VISIT BY ST. KEVIN'S COLLEGE
On Wednesday 26 February 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) hosted St Kevin's College for a school presentation and tour.
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WELCOME RAMADAN - FIRST NIGHT OF TERAWIH
On Friday 28 February 2025, members and their families travelled to the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) to welcome the Holy Month of Ramadan and participate in the first Teravi prayer.
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SUPPORT THE AAIS COMMUNITY THROUGH RECYCLING
Your containers can earn a 10c refund. Take your containers to your nearest CDS Vic West refund point and choose AAIS as your charity!
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AAIS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
We have spots we need to fill for the coming months!
Are you an AAIS Financial Member?
Do you want to give back to the community?
Can you volunteer one Friday night every two-three months at the AAIS Youth Centre Cafe?
The AAIS is seeking members to organise a group with family and friends to volunteer in the AAIS Youth Centre Cafe.
Thank you to our current volunteers who do an AMAZING JOB!
If you are keen to be placed on our volunteer roster and are able to coordinate and make the food on your chosen night, please register your interest to: [email protected]

AAIS MERCHANDISE

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AAIS Membership Renewal

Your membership is the most important source of funding to our Society because membership alone is what has kept the AAIS operational since 1963. We hope that you will continue supporting our Society by renewing your AAIS membership.

Current Financial Year
2024/2025 AAIS Membership payments can be made online.
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