The situation in Silawesi, Indonesia, is a worsening tragedy with the number of deaths now reported to be nearing 1,000 with countless wounded and missing.

The needs of the local population are great in this time of tribulation. As Muslims it is our duty to help those in need. As the Prophet, Peace and Blessings be upon him, said “Whoever helps his brother in his time of need, Allah will be there in his time of need” (Sahih Muslim).

Accordingy, Muslims Australia – AFIC is encouraging all Mosques, Musallah’s and Centres to dedicate this coming Friday’s Khutbah to the situation in Indonesia and for as many people as possible to donate at the Jumma’ Salah to this worthy cause. We have a dedicated bank account to be used exclusively for this purpose and all money raised will go completely to relief programs. Muslims Australia – AFIC will cover 100% of all administrative costs to ensure that all donations go directly to the needy. The details of the Bank Account are:

Name: AFIC Baitul Mal
BSB: 032 010
Account No.: 258220

Muslims Australia – AFIC President, Dr Rateb Jneid, stated, “Our thoughts and prayers are with our brothers and sisters in Indonesia. We make dua that Allah(swt) eases their trials and sees them safely through this tragedy. Muslims Australia – AFIC encourages all Mosques and Islamic Centres to collect donations this coming Friday and contribute to the relief efforts. We will be donating $10,000 to start this campaign insha’Allah.”

The Muslim community in Australia is a generous and compassionate one and we know that it will come together to ease the burdens on our brothers and sisters in Indonesia. We will update the community with the amount that was collected as part of this campaign and the details of when the relief will be provided on the ground in Indonesia.

We ask the community to join us in keeping our Indonesian brothers and sisters in our prayers and supplications.