AUSTRALIAN PEACE MOVEMENT

(APM)

In the Name of God the Compassionate; the Merciful

Warm Greetings to Grand Mofti & Muslim Leaders & Imams in Australia

Subject: Human Unity a Pre-Requisite to Australian Society’s peace, stability & Security

Australian Peace Movement (APM) emphasizes importance of Human Unity. Humanity is

one nation indeed. It is crucial that Muslims (Sunni; Shia or else) not only unite with each
other but they also should unite with the greater Australian community at all levels (we owe
our Australian society this unqualified/unequivocal duty). This does not mean that we
jeopardize our religious beliefs but we need to act upon them as it seems we are very far from
“true Islam”. Unfortunately many Muslims fail to act on teachings of our true religion of
Islam and or are following/supporting an extreme/radical version of Islam that is counter-
productive & so far produced results that are detrimental to all; including good Muslims of
this country. The current situation is no longer tenable and APM no longer shall tolerate
silence on wrongdoing of extreme or Wahhabi Muslims in Australia.

Indeed APM is not only concerned with clear lack of unity within Muslim community itself
but also lack of Muslim’s engagement with the Australian society. This is very concerning
and shows nothing but failure or shortcomings of Muslims’ within the Australian Society;
which now has undermined the validity of our Islamic faith and its co-existence with other
religions/cultures/nations. We can do better undoubtedly.

APM is also concerned with absence of Muslim leadership in Australia. Alternatively, APM
is concerned with the failure of any purported Muslim leadership in this country. APM is also
concerned with minority of Muslims and their religious leaders taking side with Radical or
Wahhabi Islam and those who fund it (including Saudi Arabia; Qatar & Turkey). These
issues are very concerning & are NOT acceptable to majority of descent Australian Muslims.

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APM is also concerned with clear evidence of frustration and disappointment of Australians
with Muslim community for reasons outlined above. APM is of the view that Muslims
(including and most importantly their leaders) need to reform and go back to true religious
beliefs that tolerate other nations, tolerate other religions, and tolerate other sects & other
human beings. Indeed, APM consider “Radical Islam” or “Wahhabi Islam” to be a falsified
version which has nothing to do with “true religion of Islam” as it lacks rationality, love,
compassion; direction and or respect to freedom of others.

Let’s not forget that creation of ISIS and the continued support of extremists by some States
(and their alliance with Saudi Arabia/Qatar/Turkey) is done for dirty menial/political gains
& dividing the Muslim community, influencing the ideology of Muslims & separating
Muslims from the values of True Islam and each other and to weaken Islam as a religion. It is
time to wake up; reform & return to the “true version of Islam that loves & respects every
one; regardless of faith or else”.

We all need to remember the Lord; clean our hearts and clean our souls & be true brothers
and sisters to all Australians and without any qualification as to their religion, gender; race,
political opinions and else (I met many descent non-Muslim Australians or Christians who
filled my life with joy; love and mercy – indeed they were carrying true values & qualities of
our true Islam – why not to do the right thing by them!!!). Stop behaving poorly towards
them; stop judging them. I love them unconditionally as they are mostly descent human
beings. Encourage love, see their good and educate yourself and others about loving other
human beings.

Indeed, APM encourages all Islamic centers/leaders/institutions to start process of cleansing

themselves from any Radical or Wahhabi Islam; its teachings and or any extreme religious
teacher/Imam/hate speaker/individuals. This should be done immediately & without any
excuse. It is not optional.

APM also encourages Australian Muslims not to receive any foreign funding or donation (i.e.
from Saudi Arabia/ Qatar/ Turkey or else) that aids, abets & strengthens extreme or Wahhabi
version of Radical Islam in Australia.

APM also invites and encourages Australian Muslim Leaders/institutions to:

i) Stop trivial/unnecessary disputes;

ii) Stop fueling a feud within the community (against others including Australians);
iii) Stop practicing Virtual/Radical/Wahhabi Islam rather than real/true Islam;
iv) Stop ignoring verses: 21:107/29:46/5:15/60:6-8/ 5:44-48/ 3:103/ 6:159/
45:27&28/ 30:32/21-92/5:82-83/ of Quran; all of which clearly instruct all
Muslims not only to have human unity with others but that they should be non-
judgmental as “all humanity is one nation & only God can judge others” (who
are we to judge!)
v) Stop your political disagreements to be a reason for division; what is going
outside in Middle East or else, should not define our actions towards others in
Australia (in another word, loyalty to Australia and its nation MUST come first);
vi) Live by and encourage Australian values of tolerance; democracy; loyalty;
freedoms of religion to yourself and all your Muslim audience;
vii) Practice the True Islam: RADICAL/WAHHABI ISLAM IS NOT “TRUE ISLAM”;

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 viii) Understand that principles of True Islam and Human Unity are consistent with
each other – they are indeed not optional (we can’t be good Muslims if we are not
kind/humane/loving/caring towards non-Muslim Australians – this is a MUST);
ix) Reflect Muslim & Human unity on every possible opportunity (we say we are good
Muslims but what have we truly done to better this country? Other than taking
benefits from it? Isn’t it time to give love, respect, courtesy, unity back to the
Australian nation! – we must create bridges with the Australian society and do the
right thing at all times. Isolation and sitting and doing nothing (other than
business i.e. the current “Muslim institutions” that do nothing to better the
Muslims’ standing in this country) will take us to nowhere. We need to act.
x) Learn & educate tolerance towards others’ points of views;
xi) Learn & educate to criticize without hurting;
xii) Avoid taking strong positions on small issues;
xiii) Do not call any one infidel;
xiv) Reach out to all Australians beyond ethnic and religious boundaries;
xv) Heed the advice found in Quran (chapter 49) which provides guidance on
excellent behavior of Muslims: apply the principles towards others; including the
Australian society (they haven’t seen much of good from Muslims as yet – why
should they respect us!!!)
xvi) Share the above tips with wider/your audience;
xvii) Make prayers for unity and good of all human beings;
xviii) Do everything you can to promote love and unity amongst Muslims & Australians.
xix) Assist the Australian society (& Muslims) by acting upon the above suggestions.
We truly need some positive action by Muslims that binds the Australian &
Muslim society together & this cannot be done unless through “love & loyalty” –
“love your neighbor; always”.

APM also believes that over and above all our religious/human duties, Muslims should
realize that working toward unity (Ummah and greater Australian society) remains our top
priority which requires our collective work/efforts. Let’s not forget that unless Muslims unite
with each other and unless they unite with the greater Australian community, Muslims cannot
be up to today’s challenges.

We sincerely & kindly appeal to all of you & all Muslims to be leaders by their actions of
following the “True Islam”; which will strengthen peace amongst Muslims and the wider
Australian community.

We finally confirm that APM is keen, willing and ready to work with all Australians (and ALL
Muslims) to promote harmony and peace within our beloved country “Australia”.

Thank you again & remain for all your attention, understanding and immediate action.

Dated Monday 9th January 2017

Sincerely yours,
Australian Peace Movement

Mohammad Al-Shadidi

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Managing Director

United we stand ------ Divided we fall ----- Unity is Strength ---- Division is Weakness

Important Notes:

1- This is an important legal document. If you do not understand English, please seek
professional interpreting/translating assistance immediately.

2- For more information about APM, please refer to

www.australianpeacemovement.org.au