Supporting Muslims
in Australia for
over 55 years
In 2020, AFIC is celebrating its 56th anniversary as the national peak Islamic community organisation representing and serving the needs of Australians.
Supporting Muslims
in Australia for over
55 years
In 2020, AFIC is celebrating its 56th anniversary as the national peak Islamic community organisation representing and serving the needs of Australians.
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
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.
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.
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.
State Councils
Islamic Council of ACT
Islamic Council of Christmas Island
Islamic Council of Northern Territory
Islamic Council of Queensland
Islamic Council of South Australia
Islamic Council of Tasmania
Islamic Council of Western Australia
Islamic Council of Victoria
News & Events
AFIC Urges Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza and Stronger UN Action
THE UNITED NATIONS MUST ACT NOW The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC) again calls on the Australia Government to
December 11, 2023
AFIC Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza, Echoing Global Humanitarian Calls
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC) calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza following the breaking of the truce,
December 8, 2023
AFIC wants know where the protection for the Shahada is?
The Australian Federation of Islamic Councils (AFIC), the peak organisation for Muslim Organisations in Australia, has formally approached the Federal
December 4, 2023
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