Shahādah & Convert Care
If you're ready to embrace Islam, we'll walk with you from taking your Shahādah to ongoing mentoring, classes and a community that has your back.
Speak to us in confidence →Home Services
Care & Community
Here for life's moments
From the joy of a new marriage to the farewell of a loved one, and the embrace that welcomes a new Muslim, the Centre is here to serve.
Meet with an Imam
Book an appointment with Shaykh Nazeer
Shaykh Nazeer Abdulla supports the community through Islamic education, counselling, coaching, mentoring, and youth and family development.
Appointments can be requested for personal or family guidance, questions about Islam, pastoral support, mentoring and other suitable matters. Please briefly describe the reason for your appointment so the Centre can direct your enquiry appropriately.
Our Imams
Shaykh Muddasser Dhedhy
Shaykh Muddasser is an Imam, educator, authorised marriage celebrant and community leader with experience across Islamic studies, public health, biomedicine, teaching and Islamic finance.
He completed his memorisation of the Qur'an at age ten, has specialised study in fiqh and ifta, contributes to interfaith dialogue, and runs UMMA's boys' Hifz program.
Marriage (Nikāḥ)
Conduct your nikāḥ at the Centre with an experienced imam. We can guide you through the requirements and arrange the ceremony.
Arrange a nikāḥ →Funeral (Janāzah) Services
In times of loss, we provide janāzah prayers and guidance on Islamic burial, supporting families with dignity and care, in shā' Allāh.
Urgent contacts & details →Facility Hire
Our halls are available to hire for community events, lectures, workshops and gatherings, subject to availability.
Prices, conditions & booking →Guided Tours & Visits
Schools, interfaith groups and curious neighbours are warmly welcome. Book a guided tour to learn about Islam and the masjid.
Book a tour →Counsel & Guidance
Seeking advice on a personal, family or religious matter? Our imam is available to offer confidential counsel and support.
Book an Imam appointment →
UMMA funeral services
Janazah and funeral services
Serving Melbourne's Muslim community with dignity, compassion and adherence to Islamic burial rites.
At UMMA, we recognise that the passing of a loved one is one of life's most profound tests. Our funeral directors and Imams guide families through each step with care, respect and full compliance with Islamic burial rites.
How we support families
Support through the entire process
Our dedicated funeral directors and Imams can assist families from the first call through to burial.
Official documentation
Assistance with obtaining the official death certificate.
Transfer and care
Transfer of the deceased to the mosque and then to the cemetery.
Ritual washing
Performing the ghusl with dignity and in accordance with Islamic practice.
Janazah prayer
Arranging and conducting the Janazah prayer at the appropriate time.
Burial arrangements
Coordinating cemetery and burial arrangements with the family.
Guidance and support
Reassurance, practical guidance and spiritual support throughout.
The journey of death, burial and grieving is a natural part of our lives as Muslims. Preparing spiritually and practically can ease the burden on ourselves and our families.
“Those who remember death often and have best prepared for it with good deeds; those are the wisest.” Sunan Ibn Majah
Cemeteries
Cemeteries we work with
Fawkner Memorial Park
1187 Sydney Road, Hadfield. The largest cemetery by land size in Victoria and managed by Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust.
Springvale Botanical Cemetery
600 Princes Highway, Springvale. The main entrance is opposite the Sandown Park Hotel, with another entrance from Police Road.
Bunurong Memorial Park
Dandenong–Frankston Road, Dandenong South. Located in Melbourne's south-east and managed by Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust.
We are here to serve the community in times of need, with compassion, respect and Islamic values.
Shahadah and convert care
The Shahadah is the sincere declaration that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His Messenger. A witness or mosque visit is not required to become Muslim, although many people value taking this step with community support.
UMMA can answer questions, guide you through the declaration, provide welcome material and connect you with beginner learning, mentoring and social support.
Contact the convert-care teamNikah and civil marriage
UMMA's Imams conduct Islamic marriages and can celebrate civil marriages in accordance with Australian legal requirements.
Documents and people to prepare:
- ✓Photo identification
Passports or driver licences for both parties.
- ✓Previous marriage documents
Islamic or civil divorce certificates where applicable.
- ✓Shahadah certificate
Provide one where it is relevant to the application.
- ✓Witnesses and guardian
Two Muslim witnesses for the groom and a guardian for the bride.
- ✓Agreed mahr
The dowry should be agreed with the bride and recorded in writing.
For a civil marriage, the Notice of Intended Marriage generally needs to be lodged at least one month before the intended date. The Imam will confirm the final requirements for your circumstances.
Start a marriage enquiry
Facilities and recreation
Hire a space at UMMA
The multipurpose hall is available for suitable lectures, classes, sports, marriages, condolences and family or community events, subject to approval and availability.
Sports hire
Table tennis: $15/hour per table
Badminton: $18/hour per court
Indoor soccer: $45/hour
Bookings are essential.
Azza and condolences
$150 for two hours without catering
$250 for three hours with light catering for fewer than 120 people
Community events
0–50 people: $400
50–100: $600
100–150: $800
150–200: $900
Setup and equipment
Table/chair setup: $200–$300
Sound: $100
Cleaning: $150
Stage setup: $100
Commercial kitchen
Kitchen use is available on request. Tables, chairs, hot-water urns, partitions and selected event equipment may also be available.
Key conditions
Activities must meet Islamic requirements, attendance must remain below 250, parking rules must be followed and booked opening/closing times must be observed.
Visiting the mosque
For schools, neighbours and interfaith groups
A guided visit can include observing prayer, a tour of the mosque building and a question-and-answer session.
Dress respectfully
Modest, comfortable clothing is encouraged. A head covering may be worn in the prayer hall.
Remove shoes
Shoes are removed before entering prayer spaces to preserve the cleanliness of the masjid.
Ask before photos
Please request permission before taking photos, especially where worshippers or visitors may appear.