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Our Al Siraat community is warmly invited to take part in Earth Hour 2026 THIS Saturday, a global initiative led by the World Wildlife Fund.

Let us come together to support the “Biggest Hour for Earth” and show that even one hour can make a difference. Earth Hour is a powerful reminder that small, collective actions can create meaningful change. By switching off non-essential lights and appliances, we stand united in support of environmental protection, climate action, and the preservation of our natural world.

🗓 Saturday, 28 March 2026
🕣 8:30pm to 9:30pm 

In Islam, we are taught that the Earth is Amanah (a trust) from Allah (SWT), and we have a responsibility to protect it. Small, mindful actions (like conserving energy, reducing waste, and caring for nature) reflect our duty as stewards of Allah’s creation and our commitment to leaving the world better for future generations.

How you can take part:

• Turn off non-essential lights, electronics, and appliances
• Enjoy a quiet, candlelit evening with your family
• Spend time outdoors, stargazing, or reflecting on Allah’s creation
• Do something positive for the planet, such as planting, learning, or raising awareness.

As we mark 20 years of global action, with a renewed focus on nature and biodiversity, let us reflect on our role as caretakers of the Earth, fulfilling our Islamic responsibility to protect and preserve Allah’s creation, and model conscious, sustainable choices for our children.

We are pleased to share a fantastic new opportunity for young women in our community. Finding Her Edge is a free 8-week sports and wellbeing program designed specifically for young multicultural women aged 14–17.

Running Fridays from 4:00pm – 5:00pm in Epping, starting in Term 2, this program offers a safe, supportive and female-led environment where participants can build confidence, stay active, and try new sports.

With a strong focus on inclusion and wellbeing, this initiative aims to empower young women to connect, grow, and feel confident in a welcoming space.

Bookings are essential as places are limited. 

We would like to share a fantastic range of fun and active youth programs coming up in Term 2, proudly delivered by Reclink Australia across the Whittlesea area.

All programs will be held at The Y Leisure City and are open to young people aged 12 – 18, with all skill levels welcome. These programs provide a wonderful opportunity for young people to stay active, make new friends, and enjoy positive, healthy experiences in a safe and welcoming space. 

Indoor Soccer (Term 2)

Get involved in a fun and social indoor soccer program designed to build skills, confidence, and teamwork.

Indoor Beach Volleyball (Term 2)

Stay active and try something new with indoor beach volleyball in a supportive and engaging environment.

FREE Youth Tenpin Bowling Session

During the school holidays, students can enjoy a free tenpin bowling session with friends – a great way to relax and have fun!

Across Australia, Muslims continue to experience abuse, threats, discrimination, vandalism and online harassment. Too often, incidents go unreported or are quietly endured. However, every incident, whether small or serious, matters. Reporting helps reveal the true scale of Islamophobia and supports efforts to ensure victims receive support and perpetrators are held accountable.

Online Islamophobia can take many forms, from hateful posts and abusive messages to biased or harmful media content. It is important that we stand united against all forms of hate, racism, discrimination and prejudice wherever they occur across Australia.

Click here to view a factsheet from Action Against Islamophobia (AAI) to help you recognise what Islamophobia can look like, understand what can be reported, and know how to respond if you or someone in your community is targeted. 

Reporting incidents not only supports those affected, but also contributes to accurate data collection, which helps inform policies and strategies to address anti-Muslim, anti-Arab and anti-Palestinian racism.

If you experience or witness Islamophobia, please consider reporting it through Action Against Islamophobia: 🔗 www.actionagainstislamophobia.org.au

By speaking up and supporting one another, we can help protect and strengthen our communities.