Funding Futures in Jordan
Livelihood opportunities for refugees and vulnerable populations in Jordan
Helping the world's most vulnerable walk the path to independence.
The Islamic Society of Algester is partnering with Islamic Relief Australia to empower 495 vulnerable individuals through a life-changing, three-year economic resilience project in Jordan.
Together, we are tackling the unemployment crisis by providing the tools, training, and resources needed for families to earn a dignified living and break the cycle of poverty.
With national unemployment reaching 23%, many families are trapped in hardship. This initiative is designed to alleviate poverty for at least 1,650 family members, supporting both locals affected by the economic crisis as well as refugees from neighbouring countries.
Moving families from aid reliance to true financial independence.
Over the course of three years, we will work side-by-side with these families to ensure their businesses grow and succeed.
We are tailoring our support to the specific needs of three different regions:
- In Amman (Small Business): We are focusing on female empowerment and youth employment by providing business training and start-up grants. This helps female-headed households launch their own home-based businesses and secure a reliable income.
- In Irbid (Farming): We are providing farmers with seeds, tools, and modern training - such as greenhouse farming to help them grow more food and increase their income.
- In Mafraq (Livestock): We are providing rural families with sheep, feed, and veterinary care to start their own herds and build long-term assets.
Our goal is to ensure these families have a steady income, food security, and a brighter, self-reliant future. This project is about restoring dignity.
We are striving to build a foundation where parents can consistently provide for their children, where businesses remain profitable year after year, and where the cycle of poverty is finally broken.
Algester Masjid: A pillar of the wider Brisbane Muslim community
The Islamic Society of Algester was established in 1990 in response to the growing number of Muslims in Southern Brisbane. It has grown significantly over the years, with the continuing inflow of migrants and new Muslims.
The Society is dedicated to meeting the needs of the Muslim community in Brisbane, promoting Islamic awareness and co operation in the best tradition of Islam. They strive to embody the Sunnah (practice) of the Prophet Muhammed ﷺ and teachings of the Quraan.
