SYDNEY SOUTH SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB District 201N5, Sydney, Australia Multi Faith Iftar
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATIONS OF LIONS CLUBS The Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk District 201N5 Australia Introduction to ”Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Lions Club” Shapla Shaluk Lions Club is the first ever Bangladeshi Lions Club in Australia. It was formed with the inspiration of our past international President, Lion Barry Palmer AO, & the Ex-Lion Governor of Bangladesh, Lion Nazmul Haque. The pioneer & founder of this Club is Dr Moinul Islam. Shapla means white water-lily. It is the national flower & national emblem of Bangladesh. Shaluk means blue water-lily. The words ”Shapla” & ”Shaluk” are often used as rhymes in Bengali. So in simple words, this Lions Club is named after the national flower of Bangladesh (Shapla). Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Lions Club is a member of the global Lions family. Our intention is to do good for humanity, particularly for the needy Bangladeshi people here in Australia & in Bangladesh. It is a completely non- profit, charitable organization. We are regulated by Lions Club International (LCI) rules & regulations (www.lionsclubs.org), as well as by the local Lions district - 201N5 (Australia). Of course, we are also bound by the local (Australian) law-enforcing authorities, including local taxation rules & the Department of Fair Trading. We are an authorised fund raiser as permitted by the Department of Fair Trading & we are insured by Lions Club International (LCI). We are not based in any political, religious, nor ethnic goal - we are a neutral social charity organization. We started our journey by conducting the “Tasmin Bahar Funeral & Repatriation Project”. Late sister Tasnim Bahar faced a tragic death from family violence. Her 74-year-old mother in Bangladesh made an appeal to see the face of her daughter for the very last time. Shapla Shaluk Lions Club made this a reality. After collecting funds, we paid for all religious rituals held in Sydney & we repatriated her body to Bangladesh for her elderly mother. Since then, we have continued to work for the community. Our Lion projects have included similar repatriations, but we have also helped destitute people with the costs and resources of medical treatment and other basic needs like food, housing, and winter clothing. Additionally, we have organized many social events in Australia aiming to promote unity and multiculturalism. This includes hosting reception events for high profile Bangladeshi Leaders (Army Doctors, BD Police Officers, secretariat high officials, esteemed BD university teachers etc.) and hosting Multifaith Iftar dinners with many ethnic, religious, community and political leaders in attendance. We have also attended community events (Bangladeshi Language Day, ANZAC Day, etc.), as well as some events organized by Parramatta Police. In the future, we hope to spearhead many more community-based projects, including “Free First Aid courses (CPR program) for the non-medical local community,” various seminars on different topics (road safety, taxation, SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB 3
value of family in our life, etc.) & more. These are smaller projects, but we have bigger aspirations for the future. One such aim is to establish a culturally appropriate nursing home for Bangladeshi elderlies in Australia. Here, it is important to mention that we always aim to be honest and upfront with how we use our funds. All administrative costs of the Club are run with our pocket money & Lion member fees. We use this platform to appeal to the wider community and raise money for each individual cause. All funds raised for a particular project is spent for that particular project; once completed, the account balance for a given project goes to zero, there are no carry-over funds. We say this to emphasise that we are only able to do charity work with your support; Your generosity and charity helps us take on these causes and more. With the help of the public and the backbone of the International Lions community, we believe we can achieve our goals. We give many thanks to the Bangladeshi Australian community, who have helped to fund the majority of our projects, and to everyone else who have offered their ongoing support. We feel proud to be Bangladeshi We feel proud to be Australian We feel proud to be Bangladeshi Australians Finally - we feel proud to be Lions. Please help us to make a change in the lives of the people of our community. Our slogan is – “TOGETHER WE SERVE”. Thank you for reading, Dr Moinul Islam President of Shapla Shaluk Lions Club District 201N5, Australia 4 SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB
Barry J Palmer AO AUSTRALIA Past International President 2013-14, P.O. Box 24, Maitland North, New South Wales. 2320 Cell: 61-(0)-418 243 722 Email: [email protected] MEMBERS AND GUESTS OF SYDNEY SOUTH SHAYLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB Welcome to your Multi Faith Iftar, Lions dinner and Fundraising event. I am sorry that I can’t be with you on this important occasion. I well remember the initial discussions I had with PDG Nazmul Haque when I visited Bangladesh. We were both very excited about the prospect of this club coming to life in Sydney. You have exceeded our expectations. The service work and fundraising to support needed people, both in Australia and Bangladesh is truly amazing. Your leadership under the guidance of Dr Moinul Islam has shown us all the true meaning of our motto “We Serve”. Many projects have been completed like the funeral and repatriation program. You have supported hunger projects in Bangladesh, as well as winter clothing for the poor, and you continue this work today. I look forward to you achieving your dream of establishing the Bangladesh nursing home for the elderly. What a truly signature project that would be. Your initial intention was to do good in the community. You are achieving that both in Australia and Bangladesh. I wish you well on your fundraising event today. As I said before, I am sorry I can’t be with you. You see, I have a party today also, as it is my 80th Birthday today. I am sure your party will be successful as well, Best wishes. SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB 5
Cr Donna Davis Lord Mayor April 2022 Congratulations and Ramadan Mubarak On behalf of the City of Parramatta, I wish the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk, your members and all those observing Ramadan a happy and blessed holy month. For our Muslim community, Ramadan is a time of devotion, fasting and reflection. A time to come together in prayer and for breaking the fast with family, friends and guests. It is also an opportunity for all of us to reflect on the contributions made by our Muslim community and organisations who are an integral part of Parramatta. On behalf of the City, and people of Parramatta, I thank the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk for your many contributions. Lions Australia has a proud history of achievement, something that is diligently carried on by your Club, through your years of service and the dedication and hard work of your members and volunteers. You contribute greatly to the City and wider community through your projects and fundraising endeavours, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of many, in so many ways. I thank you for these contributions, wish you all the best for the future, and hope that the holy month brings you peace, happiness and prosperity. Ramadan Mubarak. Cr Donna Davis Lord Mayor City of Parramatta Council Contact us: [email protected] | 02 9806 5050 PO Box 32, Parramatta, NSW 2124 ABN 49 907 174 773 | cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au 6 SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB
Massage Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Lions Club Inc was in incorporated July 2013. Since the inception date of the club, I was associated with the club treasury, and it is an absolute honour and privilege for me to be a part of this great and noble journey. The club maintains its annual accounts, financial reports, and audit on a fiscal year basis to be compliant with the Lions district and international policies and guidelines. We have put a financial summary and charts of all our held projects and donations received by the club from the inception date till 31st Dec 2021. We have enclosed our completed audit annual reports. I sincerely thank all our club contributors, donors and members for their great support and efforts to make this Multifaith Iftar and Fund-Raising event successful. Your Sincerely K M Saiful Hoque Club Treasurer SSSS Lions Club Inc SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB 7
Ramadan Mubarak to our Muslim brothers and sisters Catholic Cemeteries + Crematoria (CCC) are a proud supporter of the Sydney South Shapla Lions Club and have been working together with the Muslim community for eight years to continue our mission of providing respectful burial services for all faith and cultural groups in the community. CCC has created strong and active alliances with many cultural groups in Sydney, including the Bangladeshi community. We will continue to cater for all faith groups equally, with two DA approved greenfield memorial parks planned for Macarthur and Nepean. Kind regards, Peter O’Meara Chief Executive Officer at Catholic Cemeteries & Crematoria 8 SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB
My best wishes to Muslim communities across NSW as we celebrate the Holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is time for sacrifice, prayer and self-reflection. A time to acknowledge there are many people who are doing it tough and together, we can provide support for those in need. A time to get together with family and friends to share a meal and engage in conversation. On behalf of the NSW Government, I commend all the Muslim communities for your exceptional work throughout the pandemic. Muslim communities have come together to support those less fortunate by providing advice, food, care packages and support. I commend Shapla Shaluk Lions Club efforts to raise money for those in need both here in Australia and overseas. The Club members and supporters should be proud of the work you do and I want to acknowledge the pioneer and founder of the Club, Dr Moinul Islam. I wish you a blessed Ramadan. May this Eid be filled with pleasure, happiness, wealth, and the affection of your loved ones. Ramadan Mubarak everyone. The Hon. Dr. Geoff Lee MP Member for Parramatta Minister for Corrections April 2022 SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB 9
Multifaith vitality Multiculturalism is something so very rich and vital within our society; sometimes we don’t even notice how engraved it is within us. The idea of embracing multiculturalism is something many of us are yet to grasp. But we as a welcoming community can do our utmost best to accept every different nationality, faith or ethnicity without question. Without multiculturalism, we would not be how we are right now; the distinct sects between us are what unites us as human beings at the end of the day. Accepting the fact that people can look different, talk differently, think differently and believe differently will aid our community in its journey of becoming utopian. After all, the differences between us are what makes us human; it is what separates us from being dreary clones of one another. But unfortunately, diversity comes with its many issues, as what we are facing in the world to this very day. But it is not diversity, in particular, causing these wars and conflicts, rather us humans and our inability to understand that we are all different and it is entirely okay to be so. We simply must consider the wonders cultural diversity has gifted us with, ensuring that our world is not utterly mundane. Cultural diversity not only promotes peace but it also makes our society livelier to live in. Different cultures have their own set of beliefs and interests, which they can exchange to provide a fresh new perspective to society. People from various cultures can provide us with unique takes on food, language, music, literature, religion, and many other topics. Diversity is something so delightful and unique, something we must hold close to our hearts if we want our world to prosper. And so, I ask you, take a moment out of your day to remember the beauties of multi-culture and multi-faith, shed any negative opinions you may have on either of them, we are just too blessed to be throwing away our privileges due to our simple differences. Pareeza Reza (Yr. 9 Sydney Girls High School) (Daughter of Dr Rokeya Fakir & Dr Faizur Reza Emon) 10 SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB
Baby Shayan Project. Despite all our efforts to help, he unfortunately passed away
Charter Night 2014
District Governor Visiting our Club - 2017
Dr Farzana Appeal
Financial Report Submission
Funding For Treatment of Heart Patient
International Language Day Celebration (21st February)
Late Kibria Repatriation Project
Late Tasnim Bahar Repatriation Project
Lion Governor Derek Margerison visiting our club
Mohsin Repatriation Projecct
Mohsin Repatriation Projecct
Multifaith Iftar 2021
Reception of Bangladeshi Councilors
Reception of Newly Elected Lion Governor, Bangladeshi Medical Society President & renowned singer Mezbah + launching of the Shapla Shaluk Fight for Sight Project Hon. Mark Coure MP as Chief Guest
Reception of visiting High Official Army Doctors from Bangladesh - 2017
Reception of visiting High Official Army Doctors from Bangladesh – May 2019 Brigadier General Mizan handing over a Crest from the Director General of Defence of Bangladesh to Shapla Shaluk Lions Club Handing over a Shapla Shaluk Trophy to Commandant Brigadier General Salahuddin
Representing Community in T-20 Cricket for Undergraduate International Students, arranged by NSW Police
Shapla Shaluk Picnic
Shapla Shaluk sent money to Bangladesh and respected PDG District 315 Lion Nazmul Haque implemented the Food for Hunger Project
Shapla Shaluk sent money to Bangladesh and respected PDG District 315 Lion Nazmul Haque implemented the Food for Hunger Project
Shapla Shaluk sent money to Bangladesh and respected PDG District 315 Lion Nazmul Haque implemented the Food for Hunger Project
Supporting the Treatment of a Young Boy in Singapore
Winter Clothes donation to needy people
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Independent auditor’s report to the members of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc Report on the financial report I have audited the accompanying financial report of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc which comprises the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2017, and the statement of income and expendi- ture for the year ended on that date. I have conducted an independent audit of this financial report in order to express an opinion on it to the Members of the Club. My audit has been conducted to provide reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. My procedures included examination on a test basis of evidence supporting the amounts and other disclosures in the financial report. These procedures have been undertaken to form an opinion whether, in all material respects the financial report is presented fairly so as to present a view which is consistent with my understanding of the Club’s financial position and performance as represented by the results of its opera- tions. The audit opinion expressed in this report has been formed on the above basis. Executives’ responsibilities The executive of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report, that it is appropriate to meet the requirements of the Charitable Fundrais- ing Act and is appropriate to meet the needs of the members. The executive’s responsibility also includes such internal control as the executive determine necessary to enable the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement whether due to fraud or error. Auditor’s opinion In my opinion the financial report presents fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc as at 30 June 2017 and of its financial performance for the year then ended. At the date of this report, there were reasonable grounds to believe that the Club will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. Peter Touzel JP MIPA 30 November 2019 SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB
Independent auditor’s report to the members of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc Report on the financial report I have audited the accompanying financial report of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc which comprises the statement of financial position as at 30 June 2018, and the statement of income and expendi- ture for the year ended on that date. I have conducted an independent audit of this financial report in order to express an opinion on it to the Members of the Club. My audit has been conducted to provide reasonable assurance whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. My procedures included examination on a test basis of evidence supporting the amounts and other disclosures in the financial report. These procedures have been undertaken to form an opinion whether, in all material respects the financial report is presented fairly so as to present a view which is consistent with my understanding of the Club’s financial position and performance as represented by the results of its opera- tions. The audit opinion expressed in this report has been formed on the above basis. Executives’ responsibilities The executive of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc are responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report, that it is appropriate to meet the requirements of the Charitable Fundrais- ing Act and is appropriate to meet the needs of the members. The executive’s responsibility also includes such internal control as the executive determine necessary to enable the preparation and fair presentation of the financial report that is free from material misstatement whether due to fraud or error. Auditor’s opinion In my opinion the financial report presents fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Lions Club of Sydney South Shapla Shaluk Inc as at 30 June 2018 and of its financial performance for the year then ended. At the date of this report, there were reasonable grounds to believe that the Club will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. Peter Touzel JP MIPA Honorary Auditor 30 November 2019 SHAPLA SHALUK LIONS CLUB
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