About SLMAQ

Sri Lankans of Muslim heritage have been residing in Queensland for at least half a century. There are approximately 100 families residing in Queensland, and potentially another 25-30 students studying at various universities and colleges across Queensland. The SLMAQ aims to provide for the welfare of Sri Lankan Muslims in Queensland, Australia.

The Logo

The core shape of the logo is a blue water lily, which represents the Sri Lankan national flower. The center petal has a slight point to resemble a dome-like shape, a common element found in Islamic architecture. The combination of these two elements gives the logo a distinct and recognisable shape, unique to the SLMAQ.

Each colour of the logo represents an aspect of SLMAQ. Maroon is a colour to represent Queensland. Green is used to represent Islam/Muslims and the Blue/Purple colour represents the colour of the water lily, which is a symbol of Sri Lankan.

Our Objectives

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To provide for the welfare of Sri Lankan Muslims in Queensland, Australia.

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To represent our community at federal, state and local levels, and among the diplomatic community.

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To organise, facilitate and support the religious, cultural, social, educational and professional needs of the members.

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To make representations on behalf of Sri Lankan Muslims in Queensland.

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To establish and maintain relationships with other Sri Lankan affiliated associations.

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To support and facilitate community projects in Australia and in Sri Lanka.

The Committee

Interim Committee

President – Dr Aslam Abdul Jabbar

Secretary – Dr Fikreth Shuaib

Treasurer – Dr Imran Ahmed

Committee Member – Dr Sharmil Markar

Committee Member – Fazahir Buhary

Committee Member - Haafi Hafreth

Committee Member – Dr Shahani Ikram

Committee Member- Ameena Anas

Committee Member- Shaik Muneer

Sub-Committees

Events and Activities

Advocacy

Da’wah and Education

Sisters’ Wing

Youth Wing

SLMAQ facilitates a range of activities for it’s members, including:

  • Training, education, career counselling and da’awah programs

  • Charity projects (locally and overseas in partnership with internationally registered charity organisations)

  • Ramadan Ifthar and Eid day festivities

  • Participate in significant national events of Sri Lanka and Queensland (e.g. Independence Day, Queensland Sri Lanka Day, Multicultural Week)

  • Advocacy work on behalf of the members

  • Janaza coordination and support services