Sharing our Faith and Cultural Heritage — ICV's Victorian Mosque Open Day 2024

Commencing in 2017, the Islamic Council of Victoria's annual Mosque Open Day (VMOD) is now an essential part of Victoria's multifaith and multicultural calendar. It is truly an iconic celebration of dialogue, respect, and understanding between and amongst all the communities that comprise this state's rich mosaic.

Thousands of Victorians have flocked to a local Mosque near them not only to get to know their Muslim neighbours, but also to learn about the Islamic faith and the diverse Muslim cultural norms. They participate in a range of activities including guided Mosque tours, hijab tutorials, henna tattoo art, and discussions about Islamic beliefs.

"Mosques are always open and always welcoming places. This year we have a record number of Mosques participating. As well as being a sacred space for prayer and reflection, they are places where communities gather, learn from each other and share," said ICV President Adel Salman.

This year's VMOD will have a distinctly Palestinian theme to acknowledge the plight of the people of Gaza who are enduring a horrific humanitarian catastrophe. The entire Muslim community is deeply impacted by the suffering of the Palestinian people and is united in its fervent hope for an end to this nightmare. This is not about politics. This is about our common humanity.