Construction Timber for Rebuilding Fire Victims’ Homes in Warwan Location: Warwan Valley, Kishtwar District, Jammu & Kashmir 1. Introduction On October 2024, a devastating fire broke out in Mulwarwan village in Warwan Valley, Kishtwar, leaving over 70 families homeless and completely destroying approximately 80 homes. The destruction caused by the fire not only displaced the community but also left families …
Asalamalikum, As the blessed month of Ramadhan comes to an end, I reach out to the Australian Kashmiri Community with a heartfelt request: AKAI is committed to supporting projects that alleviate distress and foster development in Kashmir. Since December 2019, we have proudly sponsored specially-abled students at the Voluntary Medicare Society (VMS) in Kashmir. Thanks to your monthly donations, AKAI …
Asalamalikum, AKAI is pleased to provide the final update on the Ramadhan Appeal for 2025. Alhamdulillah, we have successfully reached our target of $10,000. This achievement would not have been possible without the overwhelming generosity of the Australian Kashmiri Community. Breakdown of funds raised: Please note, donations for Fitr and Fidya have now been closed. However, you can still contribute …
By Dawood Growing up Kashmiri in Australia makes me really proud and happy. It’s a mix of joy, pride & strong connections that keep me tied to my roots. Our community get-togethers are more than just events, they actually feel like home. Every year families from Melbourne & Sydney come together & those days are always epic. We laugh, play …
Hikma Naseem (30)Sydney, Australia When I think of Kashmir, I think of snow-laden mountains in winter, of wrapping myself in my beautiful pheran with a kangri warming my hands. I think of my father getting warm bread from the kandur early in the morning and getting me the best coal for my kangri. I think of sharing a shalpup with …
Yavar Hassan MirAKA President 2024-25 Motto: “Bringing Kashmiris Together” When I accepted the role of President of the Australian Kashmiri Association (AKA), it wasn’t for atitle or recognition. It was about giving back—to the community that raised me, to the culture thatshaped me, and to the people who continue to inspire me.Our motto, “Bringing Kashmiris Together,” is more than just …
Eid ul-Fitr 2025 was a beautiful day of togetherness for the Kashmiri community in Sydney. AKAI hosted prayers, shared meals, and relaxed family activities, bringing old friends and new faces together. Thank you to everyone who joined and volunteered—you made the day special 🌙.
