about boiv
Vision, Mission & Objectives
History & Governance
Our Vision
Inspired by Holy Quran and the Sunnah (exemplary teachings) of the Prophet Muhammad SAW, Board of Imams Victoria envisages to build a religiously upright, virtuous and just Muslim community in Victoria that is empowered, socially fair and responsible.
Our Mission
- Bring unity and solidarity among the Imams and Islamic scholars.
- Disseminate authentic Islamic teachings
- Provide religious and pastoral care and services to all.
- Reach out to youth, women and arginalised members of our community
- Facilitate community support programs
- Strive to build a cohesive and peaceful society in Victoria.
OUR HISTORY
Board of Imams Victoria (BOIV) was established in 1984 by a handful of Imams who have dedicated their life to serve the Muslim community in Victoria. It was the first Imams board in Australia. At the time of its foundation there was only handful of registered members. Namely Sheikh Rexhep Idrisi (President), Sheikh Fehmi Naji Imam Rahimahulklah (Secretary) Shk. Ibrahim Omerdic, Shk. Abdullah Mahmud Shk. Hassan El Wafai and Shk. Eljam Bardi. As of today the BOIV have 42 registered member Imams.
The first Constitution believed to be adopted by the BOIV on the 30th of August 1990 sets out the basic rules to govern its affairs.
The BOIV was registered as an incorporated organisation on 1ST December 2003 under Consumer affairs Victoria (CAV). At the time of the registration no legally compliant constitution was adopted. The management and administrative affairs of the BOIV was governed by ‘model rules’ as required by Association Incorporation Act.
On 1st of October 2017 the BOIV was registered under ACNC Charity Register. Australian Charities and Not-for- Profit Commission (ACNC) is the national regulator of charities. The ACNC was established in December 2012 to achieve the following objects:
- Maintain, protect and enhance public trust and confidence in the sector through increased accountability and transparency
- Support and sustain a robust, vibrant, independent and innovative not-for-profit sector
- Promote the reduction of unnecessary regulatory obligations on the sector.
Compliance with legal and regulatory framework that governs not-for-profit organisation was necessary to build BOIV’s capacity to raise funds, receive grants from Government and run community projects efficiently.
Governance
Board of Imams of Victoria (BOIV) Executive Board and its Management are collectively committed to ensuring sound governance principles are maintained and applied in governing of BOIV and its entities. This statement sets out the standards and principles to achieve sound corporate governance. BOIV is a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not for Profits Commission and therefore it must meet a set of governance standards;
Standard 1
Purposes and not-for-profit nature of a registered entity
BOIV’s constitution provides that it is a not-for-profit charity and has charitable purpose as an object of the Constitution. BOIV also continuously operates as a not-for-profit charity and is working towards a charitable purpose as per its governing document.
Standard 2
Accountability to members
BOIV has members, therefore BOIV takes reasonable steps be accountable to its members and provides its members an adequate opportunity during the AGM to raise concerns about how BOIV is governed. BOIV regularly communicates with its members and stakeholders through its monthly meetings, AGM and social media.
Standard 3
Compliance with Australian Laws
BOIV acts lawfully and complies with the law. In most cases, this relates to common sense and good practice, such as being familiar with the main areas of regulation relating to BOIV activities, having some financial controls, and having a process to ensure BOIV meets its legal obligations.
Standard 4
Suitability of responsible persons
BOIV takes reasonable steps to be satisfied that each of its Board members, directors and officers is not disqualified from
- Managing a corporation under the Corporation Act; and
- Being responsible person by the ACNC Commissioner, within the previous 12 months.
Standard 5
Duties of responsible persons
BOIV takes reasonable steps to make sure that the following duties apply to responsible persons and that they follow them. These duties are:
- To act with reasonable care and diligence
- To act honestly in the best interest of the charity and for its charitable purposes;
- Not to misuse their position as a responsible person;
- Not to misuse information they gain in their role as a responsible person
- To disclose conflict of interest;
- To ensure that financial affairs of the charity are managed responsibly; and
- Not to allow the charity to operate while it is insolvent
OUR TEAM
President
Imam Khalilur Rahman HAAMID
Deputy President
Imam Abdul Rahman Magan
Secretary
Imam Muhammad Nawas SALEEM
Deputy Secretary
Imam Warsama Said BULHAN
Treasurer
Imam Moustapha SARAKIBI
Deputy Treasurer
Imam Mogamat Majidih ESSA
Members
Imam (Dr) Rafiqul ISLAM
Imam Abdul KADER
Imam Omran ALOLABI
Executive Committee
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, Multi-faith Advisory Group under the Multicultural Commission and many more.
Women’s Advisory Committee
In collaboration with Sacred Balance Services, BOIV offers counselling for Muslim couples and families counselling services.
CIFAM Members
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, Multi-faith Advisory Group under the Multicultural Commission and many more.
Community & Youth Committee
In collaboration with Sacred Balance Services, BOIV offers counselling for Muslim couples and families counselling services.
Member Imams
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, Multi-faith Advisory Group under the Multicultural Commission and many more.