A Very Special CHSP Eid
After a month of fasting, Muslims around the world celebrated Eid on the weekend of 23rd and 24th of May. The day is usually marked by getting together with relatives and friends over a feast to share happiness. Unfortunately, this year MWASA is not able to hold an Eid gathering for CHSP seniors, owing to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
However, we continue to share the happiness by giving the seniors meals from Prospect Yiros and Gozleme and sweets from Al Mina’s on Prospect on the 27th and 28th of May. A touch of sweetness to brighten their day!
CHSP May Meals Distribution
On the 6th and 7th of May, the seniors were provided with meals from Imperial Spices Uyghur Cuisine.
Sister Urika and her volunteer, Sister Fatimah, delivered the Polo rice with salad and Boso noodles personally to the seniors.
An information sheet “It’s ok to have home care” and the translated material in Uyghur, along with infographics for “7 Easy Exercises” which the seniors can do indoors, were also distributed to them.
Eid Greetings from Premier Marshall & Assistant Minister Jing Lee
“On behalf of the Muslim Women’s Association of SA, I thank Premier Marshall and Hon Jing Lee for their warmest Eid wishes to our organisation and our community.
Their thoughtful wishes are truly appreciated!
Despite the COVID-19 limitations, our community is following the guidelines and is celebrating Eid in all the various ways possible with family and friends.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Premier Marshall and his Government for keeping SA safe and well.”
Dora Abbas
2019 Governor’s Multicultural Awards
The winner of the Senior Volunteer Award is our very own Vice Chairperson Mrs Dora Abbas!
Sister Dora had the following to say in response to being recognised by this prestigious award:
“I am honoured to receive a 2019 Multicultural Governor’s Award in recognition of our cross-cultural consultancy service and other educational programs.It is always team efforts that help us to achieve success.I want to thank all the volunteers, staff and management team over the past years who have helped MWASA achieve our goals. I also want to thank all the organisations that we have worked with in the past years who have all contributed to our organisation’s improvement.We will continue to strive in promoting understanding through cross cultural education and further enhance our other programs to build capacity in our community.”
Citizenship Test Preparation (SETS)
Dates
Session #1 – 15th May 2020
Session #2 – 5th June 2020
Session #3 – 12th June 2020
Session #4 – 19th June 2020
Session #5 – 26th June 2020
Session #6 – 3rd July 2020
Session #7 – 10th July 2020
Session #8 – 17th July 2020
Eid Greetings from MWASA
Unity In Diversity
Several focus groups were conducted with schools, which aims to promote harmony in SA by raising awareness and understanding of Islam and Muslims living in SA.
These interactive sessions, held in March, were well-received by St Mary’s College and Salisbury High School, with students asking questions that seek to clarify misinterpretations of Islam and understand a Muslim’s way of life.
Students were able to practice safe distancing while engaging in the focus groups.
Meal Delivery for CHSP Seniors
The first home meals delivery for seniors was distributed on the 22nd and 23rd of April 2020.
The seniors were given Chicken Biryani with salad, raita and a complimentary dessert from Angaara Indian Restaurant, along with senior-friendly flyers with the latest information on COVID-19 and Ramadan.
The visit by Sister Urika and her volunteers was much appreciated by the seniors as they missed attending MWASA activities and the physical presence made them happy especially during this isolated period.
Seniors Mini Golf in March
The seniors had their first experience playing golf on 12 March 2020 at West Beach Mini Golf.
Each of them was given a club and a ball and required to complete 18 stations throughout the course. Although it was a simple action – swinging the club lightly to putt a golf ball into a hole – they were perspiring and had a good workout. The activity helps to improve their balance, strength and hand-eye coordination.
Overall, the seniors had a ‘hole’ lot of fun competing with their friends in a spectacular setting.
Distribution of Food Parcels to CHSP Seniors
MWASA is working in partnership with Human Appeal Australia to provide food parcels for the 50 seniors in the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP).
Essential items such as oil, honey, pasta and toothpaste were among the many items that were packed and distributed to the seniors on Thursday 9th and Tuesday 14th April 2020.
The seniors were appreciative of the visit by Sister Urika and delighted to receive the food parcels, which are handy during this period of time.
Thanks go to Human Appeal Australia for the collaboration.
Go to Facebook to watch the wonderful Human Appeal promotional video for this project.
Ramadan Mubarak
An important message from MWASA Management
Important information from ANIC concerning funeral and burial arrangements
Important information from the Australian National Imams Council concerning funeral and burial arrangements during the COVID-19 pandemic.
March Recipes of Life Update
The tutors discussed with the participants how to answer guests confidently if they ask about the dishes. They recommended the participants to do a search on the internet to find a brief description about every dish.
Maryam made Kabab Hindi dish and she did well.
