{"id":42,"date":"2026-05-03T02:24:55","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T02:24:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/?page_id=42"},"modified":"2026-05-03T02:31:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T02:31:45","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/?page_id=42","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-accent-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-669513ed wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1da03c2a wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-444d5ee8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"min-height:100%\">\n<p class=\"has-heading-font-family has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.2\">The Islamic Society of ACT (ISACT) has established the Canberra Mosque Fund Ltd (CMFL) to raise funds for the redevelopment of the Canberra Mosque. CMFL, led by a dedicated team of trustees, ensures all contributions are solely used for this purpose. Join us in supporting this vital community project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-9fe8ed88 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-container-content-0733e5d0\"><strong>Get in Touch<\/strong> Have a question about the mosque redevelopment or want to find out more about how you can help?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Contact us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/canberra-mosque-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/4;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/canberra-mosque-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/canberra-mosque-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/canberra-mosque-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/canberra-mosque-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/canberra-mosque.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d89aad35 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-549b0c86 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-4f15e8fe wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The Islamic Society of ACT (ISACT) has established an independent corporate entity, \u201cCanberra Mosque Fund Ltd (CMFL)\u201d, whose sole object is to raise funds to redevelop\/construct the Canberra Mosque.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-119bc444 wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"has-heading-font-family has-large-font-size\" style=\"line-height:1.2\">The directors (trustees) of the CMFL are brothers Dr. Mohammad Yamin, Adeel Khanzada, Hasan Shafi, Ijaz Hafeez, Farooq Butt, Tariq Jabal, and Mohamed Quzag. The trustees have elected Dr Mohammad Yamin as their Chairman and Adeel Khanzada as the Secretary. CMFL will maintain and operate the Canberra Mosque Trust Fund (CMTF) to be used in the future to upgrade the Canberra Mosque, and has opened a bank account where these funds will be held..<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-87beb0d0 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-accent-5-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d89aad35 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1da03c2a wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded wp-duotone-duotone-1 is-style-rounded--2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"930\" height=\"522\" src=\"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Canberra-masjid-new-illustration.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-46\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Canberra-masjid-new-illustration.png 930w, https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Canberra-masjid-new-illustration-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Canberra-masjid-new-illustration-768x431.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Vision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To create a vibrant and inclusive Islamic center that serves as a beacon of faith, education, and community for all Muslims in Canberra and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We envision a mosque that is more than just a place of prayer \u2014 a thriving hub where families grow in their faith, children receive an Islamic education, and every member of our community feels welcomed and valued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We dream of a space that proudly represents Islam in the heart of Australia&#8217;s capital \u2014 a landmark that serves not only today&#8217;s community but generations of Muslims to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d89aad35 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1da03c2a wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To raise and manage funds dedicated to the redevelopment and enhancement of the Canberra Mosque, ensuring it meets the growing needs of our community. Through transparency, dedication, and community engagement, we aim to provide a modern, welcoming, and spiritually enriching environment for worship, learning, and social interaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are committed to ensuring every dollar donated is used responsibly and solely for the redevelopment of the Canberra Mosque. Our trustees work tirelessly to maintain the trust and confidence of every donor and supporter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Together with ISACT and the wider Muslim community, we are building something lasting \u2014 a mosque that reflects our shared values of faith, unity, and service to all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-rounded is-style-rounded--3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"625\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Canberra-Mosque-Fund-Design-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Canberra-Mosque-Fund-Design-1.png 625w, https:\/\/cmfl.org.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Canberra-Mosque-Fund-Design-1-300x221.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Islamic Society of ACT (ISACT) has established the Canberra Mosque Fund Ltd (CMFL) to raise funds for the redevelopment of the Canberra Mosque. 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