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SalamFest: Festival of Peace

Share and celebrate Muslim contributions in arts, culture and cuisine

Project details

Suggested by: Ayesha

Project partner: SalamFest

Budget

$197,370.00

Votes

123 votes received

This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.

SalamFest is a unique experience of artistic and cultural expression for all Australians to enjoy. The festival includes singers, dancers, fusion Instrumentals, films, spoken words, Rumi recitals, Sufi music, whirling dervishes, interactive arts, SalamMobile, competitions, workshops and more. Salamfest is a family-friendly festival which captures the true message of Islam, Peace, Love and Compassion. It is an opportunity for communities to engage and connect with everyday Muslims through the sharing of stories, values, arts, culture and cuisine encapsulating the spirit of multiculturalism that Victoria is renowned for. Salamfest is here to create stronger partnerships based on shared values.

SalamFest aims to provide a creative response to the increasing curiosity surrounding local Muslim communities. With a population of over 200,000 people, the Muslim community of Melbourne comprises of over 70 ethnically and linguistically diverse groups. SalamFest, Muslim Arts Festival is an opportunity for Australians to immerse themselves in new cultures and experiences.

The broad aim for the project is to collaborate and develop partnerships based on shared values and joint activities. Projects will support community harmony and resilience and showcase the beauty and diversity of multicultural Victoria.

Project details

Suggested by: Ayesha

Project partner: SalamFest

Budget

$197,370.00

Votes

123 votes received

This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.

Comments

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WBA

17 Sep 2018

Excellent initiative, needs all the support we can give

Almumtaz

16 Sep 2018

Great efforts 👍🏻

A.gulani

16 Sep 2018

Great initiative.
All the best to your team.

Almumtaz123

16 Sep 2018

Well done and may Allah swt bless you

Almumtaz123

16 Sep 2018

Very good initiative

Tanveer

16 Sep 2018

All the best

Asim Ahmed

15 Sep 2018

All the best, and looking forward!!

Kaneez

15 Sep 2018

It has been a successful event for last few years. Looking forward to attend .

Project Owner

SalamFest > Kaneez

15 Sep 2018

We look forward to seeing you at the festival :)

Seema

15 Sep 2018

I would love this artistic expression to continue as part of community activities

Project Owner

SalamFest > Seema

15 Sep 2018

Thanks Seema for your comment. Its feedback like this that keeps us motivated during the challenges of organising the festival.

Samia

15 Sep 2018

Wish you all the best.

Project Owner

SalamFest > Samia

15 Sep 2018

Thanks :)

Ahmed Mohiuddin

15 Sep 2018

Look forward to this event!

Project Owner

SalamFest > Ahmed Mohiuddin

15 Sep 2018

We look forward to seeing you as well at the festival with your family and friends.

Waqarali20005

15 Sep 2018

Great Initiative

Project Owner

SalamFest > Waqarali20005

15 Sep 2018

Thanks, JazzakAllah Khair for your feedback

SanaZ

15 Sep 2018

Best of luck

Project Owner

SalamFest > SanaZ

15 Sep 2018

Thanks :)

Maliha

14 Sep 2018

What a wonderful initiative . .Wishing you all the very best 😊

Project Owner

SalamFest > Maliha

15 Sep 2018

JazzakAllah Khair Maliha for your feedback. May Allah Swt bless you manifolds. Ameen

Mehreen

14 Sep 2018

All the best. Waiting anxiously for it :-)

Project Owner

SalamFest > Mehreen

15 Sep 2018

JazzakAllah Khair Mehreen for your comment. Its feedback like this that keeps us motivated during the challenges of organising the festival.

ranashahid

14 Sep 2018

SalamFest is an excellent effort which reflect Islamic tradition of peace & love.

Project Owner

SalamFest > ranashahid

15 Sep 2018

JazzakAllah Khair Rana Sb for your beautiful feedback.

Gulati

14 Sep 2018

A festival which embraces love and kindness.

Project Owner

SalamFest > Gulati

15 Sep 2018

Thanks Puneet for your support.

Sadaf

14 Sep 2018

An amazing and a much needed community initiative.
wishing you all the success!

Project Owner

SalamFest > Sadaf

15 Sep 2018

JazzakAllah Khair Sadaf for your comment. Its feedback like this that keeps us motivated during the challenges of organising the festival.

Hassafiri

14 Sep 2018

A most necessary community engagement initiative particularly during these polarising divisive times

Project Owner

SalamFest > Hassafiri

15 Sep 2018

JazzakAllah Khair Hana for your comment. Its feedback like this that keeps us motivated during the challenges of organising the festival. These words come straight from the heart of one of Melbourne's changemakers and contributors.

zeshan

14 Sep 2018

Amazing Fest, cannot be missed out...

Project Owner

SalamFest > zeshan

15 Sep 2018

Thanks, we look forward to seeing you and your family at the festival :)

Samra Faisal

13 Sep 2018

SalamFest is a wonderful project. Great initiative to bring all communities in one place.

Project Owner

SalamFest > Samra Faisal

15 Sep 2018

JazzakAllah Khair Samra for your comment. Its feedback like this that keeps us motivated during the challenges of organising the festival. Please do come with all your friends and family.

Fozia

13 Sep 2018

I am very intrigued and impressed by this project. Thanks for the good work initiative Ayesha Bux!

Project Owner

SalamFest > Fozia

15 Sep 2018

Thanks Fozia for your comment. Its feedback like this that keeps us motivated during the challenges of organising the festival. Please do come to the festival with your friends and family.

MNPak

13 Sep 2018

Wonderful idea

Project Owner

SalamFest > MNPak

15 Sep 2018

Thanks for the feedback. Much appreciated!

FiPatterson

13 Sep 2018

SalamFest is a truly wonderful community event that brings everyone together

Project Owner

SalamFest > FiPatterson

15 Sep 2018

Thanks Fiona for your continual support. Please do come with your friends and family to the festival.

jamilkarachi

13 Sep 2018

A great initiative

Project Owner

SalamFest > jamilkarachi

15 Sep 2018

JazzakAllah Khair Jamil.