We are excited and look forward to another inspiring and productive year of our Islamic, Qu’ranic and Arabic workshop-based Dhikr Program! Early bird deadline and payment of deposit is due by 28 February. Full fees due by 22 April
The program hours and dates for 2023 are:
Program dates: Saturday 29 April to 2 December.
Time is: 9.30AM – 1.40PM
Please see below for more details and click here to enroll.
Registration is a MUST, and a non-refundable registration fee of $50 per child is required by 28th February 2023 to reserve the child’s spot. This $50 deposit is not refundable but will contribute towards the total fees for your child. Should this deposit be paid by 28th February 2023, your child’s fees will be reduced to $500 for the entirety of the Dhikr Program 2023 (as in, only a further $450 will be payable by 22nd April 2023). If no deposit is received by 28th February 2023, the full $550 fee will apply, payable in full by 22nd April 2023.
Our bank account details are:
Account name: AUSTRALIAN MADE (MUSLIM ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT & EDUCATION) INC.
BSB number: 033-397
Account number: 316310
Transaction reference: “please insert applicant’s SURNAME Dhikr” (e.g. “MY NAME Dhikr”)
Please note that we do not receive any government funding and we rely solely on the parents’ support and commitment.
The Holy Quran - Surah 65 - verses 10 & 11
…قَدْ أَنزَلَ اللَّـهُ إِلَيْكُمْ ذِكْرًا ﴿١٠﴾ رَّسُولًا يَتْلُو عَلَيْكُمْ آيَاتِ اللَّـهِ مُبَيِّنَاتٍ لِّيُخْرِجَ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ مِنَ الظُّلُمَاتِ إِلَى النُّورِ… ﴿١١﴾ سورة 65…
…Allah has indeed revealed to you a reminder, (10) An Apostle who recites to you the clear communications of Allah so that he may bring forth those who believe and do good deeds from darkness into light… (11) (Surah 65)
Since its inception in 2005, Australian MADE (Muslim Adolescent Development & Education) Inc has been providing services for our youth and children. The Dhikr Program is a culmination of our collective experience, research and feedback received over the past years.
Program Details:
Dhikr Program is a 27 week Islamic and Qur’anic based workshop including 3 Faith-Fun-friendship days.
One half of every year, we have additional segments for high school children: soccer for the boys, and social activities focusing on community work, health and friendship for girls.
- During Qur’anic Arabic the participants will heavily focus on their comprehension and reading of the Quran. This includes studying the vocabulary of the Qur’an; the structure of sentences, root words and their conjugates, tajweed, and grammar – depending on the language level of the participant. Participants need to undergo an assessment for language and qur’an recitation prior to commencement of the Program.
- Faith-Fun-Friendship These days are a great opportunity for students to bond, connect with their peers and share positive experiences together.
- Soccer and social activity In terms 3 and 4, we have additional segments for high school children: soccer for the boys with Hajj Ahmed and Hajj Mohammed, and social activities focusing on community work, health and friendship for girls.
- In Islamic Workshops, we base our activities on the Reflect-Revert-Revive principle as follows:
Reflect – Revert – Revive learning methodology
Reflect:
Our Program creates a safe, thought-provoking space for participants to reflect within. We invite participants to ask questions and develop their critical-thinking skills. The learning is inquiry-based through investigation, analysis and problem-solving. The program is designed to encourage participants to self-reflect and build self-awareness, empathy and life skills. We look at ways to gain strength from within and from those around us, developing confidence in our Islamic identity.
Each year we reflect upon a specific focus or theme. For example, in the past we have reflected on Ihsan, Barakah, Qur’anic Miracles, Prophethood, Science and Islam, Environmental Responsibility. This focus on a theme allows us to address areas which need self-improvement and growth, achieving a realistic opportunity for positive change.
Revert:
To help in our reflection, the Program allows an opportunity for participants to explore historical and modern role models. Together, we rediscover the Qur’an and what Allah (SWT) teaches us about our responsibilities, the examplars He provides us with, and the elements which lead them to become heroes. We look at modern day achievers and how they face challenges in their fields. Comparative analysis, critical thinking, Growth Mindset and self-confidence are all tools which help participants to recognise pathways for self-improvement and growth.
Revive:
This is the final and crucial step as participants work towards their personal development, and reviving their inner strength and faith. Our Mentors develop suitable challenges which scaffold and support participants in their learning. We focus on the Islamic teaching of self-forgiveness, hope in the Mercy of Allah (SWT) and the desire to do good, all of which are elements reflecting the Growth Mindset. Essentially, the atmosphere of mentorship, positivity, friendship and community provide an excellent supportive environment for participants to achieve, create long-term friendships and gain confidence to become the best version of themselves.
How do we do it?
We teach our participants to have a Growth Mindset We help them to find the tools to be positive
learners. This entails experiencing different situations and allowing the participants to challenge themselves and reflect and learn from those experiences, dealing effectively with fears, doubts and expectations. This approach will provide them with the skills, belief and mindset that they can apply to every aspect of their lives, insha’Allah.
When? Where? Who?
Age: We accept all school aged children. Participants are divided into age based groups and have their separate facilitators and age appropriate workshops.
Time: 9.30 AM to 1.40 PM each week (Kinder Program from 10AM-1.30PM).
Place: Doncaster Primary School 2 Council Street, Doncaster.
Fees: Fees: The full Program costs $550. Costs associated with the fun days are separate.
Dates: Workshops are run on Saturdays from Saturday 29 April to 2 December, 2023, following the Victoria State School Term Dates. Full details of the timetable will be available by April 2023.
How: Please fill out the online enrolment form provided. To complete the enrolment process, a deposit of $50 per child applying to enrol is required to be transferred to the bank account provided. This amount is only refunded if the program is booked out or cancelled, or if your child is not accepted into the Program. The deposit is not refundable if you decide to withdraw the application. Please note that we interview applicants to ascertain their commitment and the suitability of the program for them.
Account name: AUSTRALIAN MADE (MUSLIM ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT & EDUCATION) INC.
BSB number: 033-397.
Account number: 316310.
Transaction reference: “*please insert applicant’s SURNAME* Dhikr” (e.g. “MY NAME Dhikr”).