Benevolence runs a wide range of programs throughout the year. These are designed to support our diverse and ever-changing community needs. We aim to run education programs catering to various levels of knowledge, as social events to strengthen community unity and activities for children & families.

Some programs are weekly, while others are monthly and the remainder run at various times throughout the year.

Find out more detail about our regular programs and community events below!

Community

A specifically tailored program has been designed to support converts and those learning about Islam on their faith journey. Our Convert Programs include educational, social and spiritual events. View more information here.

‘Good Beginnings’ has been collaboratively developed by Benevolence Australia and ‘Sir Zelman Cowen Centre’ at Victoria University as a pre-marriage counselling resource for Muslim couples.

There are two holy days of celebration in Islam: Eid-al-Fitr at the conclusion of Ramadan and Eid-al-Adha, which marks the completion of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. These blessed days are celebrated at Bene with the congregational Eid salat (prayer) followed by a day of festivities and fun.

The Bene social calendar includes a number of exciting community celebrations each year. Ranging from Mawlids and spiritual gatherings, to community festivals, picnics and more!

Conversation Forums are run throughout the year, both for converts and for the broader Bene Community. Facilitators speak on pertinant social and spiritual topics, and we encourage input and sharing of ideas from our audience.

Education

Weekly classes run throughout the year on Monday nights from 7.30 to 9.00pm for women of all ages. See our upcoming events for the current session dates.

Weekly classes run throughout the year on Tuesday nights from 7.30 to 9.00pm for men of all ages. See our upcoming events for the current session dates.

Benevolence runs a range of one-off Islamic workshops throughout the year. From preparing for Ramadan to perfecting your salaat, learning Islamic history and spirituality to spiritual self-development. Check out our upcoming events to learn more.

Benevolence is blessed to welcome a number of learned scholars throughout the year to run short courses on Islamic knowledge and spirituality.

Over the years, Benevolence has run a number of enlightening and empowering spiritual retreats for our community, including retreats specifically for converts, women, youth and more.

Kids & Youth

BeneBubs is a playgroup for mums and bubs aged 0 to 5 years.

Promoting diversity and inclusion, our school incursion programs are designed to supplement the Victorian and Australian school curriculum.

A unique leadership program that focuses on leadership through the Prophetic lens.

Our annual family camp provides an opportunity to connect with one another and our Creator in the beauty of nature. The camp involves family activities, outdoor recreation, nature walks, beach days and stories around the campfire.