Author: mobinah-ahmad

A fantastic line-up of incredible women has been announced as nominees for the Women Acknowledging Women Award. The WAW awards celebrate the quiet achievers through nominations of Muslim women who have contributed to family and community or promoted peace, human rights, advanced arts, education, STEM, public health and environmental or social justice. Hana Assafiri, an activist in honouring the contributions of women in our community said she is proud to be part of enabling and celebrating an amazing Australia.  “Congratulations to these amazing women; one after another in the face of much hostility and aggression, they embody the example of humility...

Over three hundred people turned out for the spectacular third annual “Meri Pehchan [My Identity] Pakistan” entertainment fundraiser on Saturday 11 August 2018 in Bankstown, Sydney celebrating the anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence over 70 years ago.  It was definitely a night to remember with affection as the Pakistani community got together to remember the beautiful culture of their heritage. Attendees wearing green and white as part of the theme of the event, sung the Pakistani National Anthem.  Following a series of entertainment pieces including a song performance, a speech competition, a quiz competition, poetry and a stage play. A character...