Board of Imams Victoria

BOIV seeks to serve the Muslim community by providing effective leadership and guidance on matters of Islamic faith and Shariah (Islamic way of life). This website is the official gateway to all our services to members of the Muslim community in Victoria and Tasmania.

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Vision, Mission & Objectives

The BOIV envisions a Victoria in which the Muslims are able to realise the religious and spiritual needs and are free to practice their faith traditions with integrity, whilst living in harmony with one another and the broader community, and contributing towards building a cohesive society.

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What We Do

The primary activity of the BOIV is to promote Islam as a complete and comprehensive way of life based on Holy Quran and Sunnah (the authentic traditions) of the Prophet Muhammad SAW and bring unity and solidarity among Muslims in Victoria.

Islamic Da'wah & Interfaith Programs

BOIV organises Islamic lectures & workshops and engage with wider Muslim community through Mosques, Islamic centres and online. BOIV is the active member of many interfaith groups such JCMA, Multifaith Advisory Group under the Multicultural Commission and many more.

Religious Leadership

BOIV provides guidance and advice to both Muslims and the Australian public on Islamic religious issues that affects the day-to-day life of every individual Muslims

Dispute Resolution Services

Through ‘Council of Islamic family Arbitration and Mediation (CiFAM)’ we offer family mediation and arbitration, couple counselling and dissolution of Islamic marriages.

Family Violence Prevention Project

BOIV provides upskilling workshops for Imams and community leaders to understand and respond to family violence in the community. (Funded)

Family Counselling & Couple Therapy

In collaboration with Sacred Balance Services, BOIV offers counselling for Muslim couples and families counselling services.

Chaplaincy Program

BOIV is the member of University Chaplaincy. We also offer chaplaincy services to public schools.

Youth & Community Outreach Program

As part of CISP program, we have been reaching out to Youth organisations and help them organise camps, tours, and sport & leisure activities.

Advocacy

BOIV engages with other faith organisations advocate with the Government agencies on issues affecting religious communities and Muslims.

Community Integration and Support Program (CISP)

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Services

The primary activity of the BOIV is to promote Islam as a complete and comprehensive way of life based on Holy Quran and Sunnah (the authentic traditions) of the Prophet Muhammad SAW and bring unity and solidarity among Muslims in Victoria.

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Marriage Nikkah

Marriage Celebrants and forms required for marriage/nikkah

Mediation, Arbitration & Dissolution of Islamic Marriage

One of the important services provided by Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV) since its inception in 1984 is ‘mediation and arbitration’.

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Inheritance & Wills

A ‘Will’ is a legal document that spells out the wishes of a deceased person for the distribution of his/her assets. In Australia, if a person passes away without leaving a legally valid will, his/her assets will be distributed according to the ‘laws of intestacy’.

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Funeral Services

Death is the inevitable truth. Islam encourages its adherence to contemplate and be prepare for it with virtuous deeds.

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Zakat & Sadakah

BOIV in collaboration with National Zakat Foundation has been collecting Zakat from the Muslim community for local distribution. We are experiencing an ever growing need from local Muslims from all quarters who are facing economic hardship.

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BOIV Multi-Function Hall

The BOIV Multi-Function Hall is available for Muslim community events and functions. We welcome ‘Expression of Interest’ from Muslim community organisations and individuals.

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BOIV Multi-Function Hall

The BOIV Multi-Function Hall is available for Muslim community events and functions. We welcome ‘Expression of Interest’ from Muslim community organisations and individuals.

The BOIV’s hall offers practicality in the open spaces and functions.

The hall is suited to a range of activities including; lectures, forums, expos, launches, celebrations, workshops, seminars and even fitness sessions.

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