'Indonesian muslims are unified, united, and within the same frame as with Australian Community'

In Indonesia, Ied al-Fitr marked with mudik, Ied prayer with family, and a national holiday. Then what about they who live in Australia?

Eid al-Fitr prayer at the UNSW 15/06/2018

Eid al-Fitr prayer at the UNSW 15/06/2018 Source: Supplied

Indonesian Muslim Student Society or Keluarga Pelajar Islam Indonesia (KPII) is one of many Muslim-Indonesian associations in Australia. Started in 90s as an organisation that initially only consists of students in Kingsford area, now KPII has around 100 members whom are not only students. It's Sydney's chair, Muhammad Kasim, speaks to SBS Radio about his organisation and this year's Eid al-Fitr celebration.

Indonesian Muslim Student Society or Keluarga Pelajar Islam Indonesia (KPII)
Indonesian Muslim Student Society or Keluarga Pelajar Islam Indonesia (KPII) Source: KPII
Indonesian Muslim Student Society or Keluarga Pelajar Islam Indonesia (KPII)
Indonesian Muslim Student Society or Keluarga Pelajar Islam Indonesia (KPII) Source: KPII
KPII Halal Bi Halal 15/06/2018
KPII Halal Bi Halal 15/06/2018 Source: KPII

Share

1 min read

Published

By Tia Ardha




Share this with family and friends


Follow SBS Indonesian

Download our apps
SBS Audio
SBS On Demand

Listen to our podcasts
Independent news and stories connecting you to life in Australia and Indonesian-speaking Australians.
Ease into the English language and Australian culture. We make learning English convenient, fun and practical.
Get the latest with our exclusive in-language podcasts on your favourite podcast apps.

Watch on SBS
SBS Indonesian News

SBS Indonesian News

Watch it onDemand