Voluntary Medicare Society

Australian Kashmiri Association Incorporated (AKAI) has partnered with the Voluntary Medicare Society (VMS) in Kashmir, supporting the Education and Rehabilitation of specially-abled children in Kashmir: Founded in 1970, VMS is dedicated to rehabilitating individuals with disabilities. In 1999, they launched the Shafaqat Special School to support children with mental, orthopedic, speech, and hearing challenges. Today, 72 students benefit from therapy, …

Growing up Kashmiri in Australia

By Saffiya ShabirAge: 13 years Running around on Ramadan nights in a pheran, hiding in your mother’s pashmina shawl. Rista for dinner and the yearly trips back home. Growing up Kashmiri is a blessing. However, it can get hard sometimes when none of your school friends know about your beautiful culture. This is where having a community with people who …

Eid ul adha 2024 Get together RSVP for Melbourne

Join us for a day filled with celebration and unity as we mark this special occasion together. Kindly RSVP to assist us in making the necessary arrangements for everyone’s comfort. We’re eagerly looking forward to celebrating Eid with you and crafting unforgettable memories. Feel free to share this invitation with non-AKAI members. Melbourne:: Location: BBQ Lounge 267 Mickleham Rd, Westmeadows …

Eid ul adha 2024 Get together RSVP

Join us for a day filled with celebration and unity as we mark this special occasion together. Kindly RSVP to assist us in making the necessary arrangements for everyone’s comfort. We’re eagerly looking forward to celebrating Eid with you and crafting unforgettable memories. Feel free to share this invitation with non-AKAI members. Sydney:: Location: Glenhaven Community Centre 76 Glenhaven Rd, …

Eid Celebration 2024

πŸŒ™ Sydney & Melbourne Kashmiri Community πŸŒ™ May this Ramadan bring you abundant blessings and joy. We’re thrilled to extend an invitation to our upcoming Eid gathering in Melbourne and Sydney. Melbourne: Location: Lillydale Community Hall – Google Maps LinkDate: Saturday, April 13thTime: 12:00 PMRSVP: RSVP Link Eid Celebration: Sydney Kashmiri Community, Assalamu alaykum all,We’re excited to invite all Sydney …

End of Year Event (Pambula Beach) 2023-24

🌟 AKAI’s Magical Getaway in Pembula Beach, NSW – December 2023 🌊 As December rolled in, AKAI once again orchestrated a breathtaking retreat for the vibrant Kashmiri community, weaving unforgettable moments against the picturesque backdrop of Pembula Beach in New South Wales. A Serene Escape: Nestled amidst the beauty of Pembula Beach, the getaway offered a serene escape for Kashmiris …

Annual Getaway Bright 2019

Once again, in December 2019 AKAI organised a getaway for Kashmiris in the beautiful town of Bright, Victoria. Surrounded by mountains and located on the Ovens River, the Kashmiris enjoyed much of their time swimming, cycling and kayaking!