AAIS Member Newsletter [May 2025]
Recent news and upcoming events!
AAIS MOSQUE RENOVATION PROJECT
The Albanian Australian Islamic Society in collaboration with Sadaqa Welfare Fund are raising much needed funds!
UPCOMING EVENTS
KOSOVA LIBERATION DAY
Albanian Australian Islamic Society - Commemorating Kosova Liberation Day
When: Friday 20th June
Time: 7pm
Place: AAIS Youth Centre
YOUTH BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU PROGRAM
YOUTH RESILIENCE WORKSHOP
Sun 6 July | 3pm to 5pm
Facilitated by Br Omar Haniffa
Senior Mental Health Occupational Therapist
Who has experience working with neurodivergent young people, trauma, drug and alcohol recovery, and indigenous and community mental health
Bookings Essential
$5 ticket including pizza
Book: www.trybooking.com/DCTKB
AAIS NEWS
AJ & IFTELI NIGHT
On Friday 9 May 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) held a special event at the AAIS Youth Centre. This was a special night which brought families of many generations together for a night of culture and food.
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NEEDS SURVEY FOR MUSLIMS LIVING WITH DISABILITIES
Do you live with a disability and/or have a family member living with a disability? *We want to hear from you!*
Disability affects millions of people in the world today, with numbers that are only growing. There is a glaring need for the Muslim community in Australia to become better equipped for the people that are such a valuable part of our society.
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VISIT BY ST. ALOYSIUS COLLEGE
On Tuesday 13 May 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) hosted St Aloysius College for a school presentation and tour.
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AAIS KURBAN BAJRAM MAILOUT
On Thursday 15 May 2025, members of the AAIS Committee, alongside volunteers, attended the AAIS Youth Centre to complete the annual Kurban Bajram Member Mailout.
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JOURNEY TO MECCA - MOVIE NIGHT
On Friday 16 May 2025, the AAIS held a movie night at the AAIS Youth Centre.
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THANK YOU - GENEROUS DONATION
Thank you to Grand Foods for your generous donations of tea, jam, flat breads, olives, Turkish delight and olives.
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FEEDING THE HOMELESS
On Sunday 18 May, 2025, a group of 30 people from the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) were fortunate to have the opportunity to join Inspiring Connections charity group to feed the homeless and disadvantaged.
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AAIS VOLLEYBALL CHARITY NIGHT
On Friday 23 May 2025, the Albanian Australian Islamic Society (AAIS) held a Volleyball Tournament at the AAIS Youth Centre to raise funds for the Centre for Muslim Wellbeing (CMW)
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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
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.
Pay 24/25 Membership Online here
Mosque Donations
Donate to the Albanian Australian Islamic Societys Mosque. Click here
Pay Membership Online (Current FY 24/25)
Pay Membership Online (Upcoming FY 25/26)
Pay Membership Online (Previous FY 23/24)
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