Origins in the 1990s • Sydney, Australia
Alansari Foundation
Empowering Ahlyl Bayt Communities Worldwide
Working with communities, partners and institutions across the world to strengthen humanity community foundations through care, compassion, connection, and capacity building.
A Vision for Empowered Communities
The Alansari Foundation envisions a future where Ahlyl Bayt following Muslim communities across the world are empowered to thrive independently through ethical institutions, capable leadership, and sustainable systems.
With Australia as a trusted hub for global community development and humanitarian response, we focus on long-term sustainability by investing in governance, wellbeing, education, resource management, and community-led infrastructure that enables dignity, resilience, and intergenerational impact.
"Building trust through transparency, mandated to undergo independent annual audits and maintain full regulatory compliance."
Origins in the 1990s
Formally registered in Australia as a Public Benevolent Institution with DGR status.
Professional Governance
Led by senior professionals entrusted by His Eminence with multidisciplinary global advisors.
Global Mandate
Constitution mandates operations within Australia and worldwide community reach.
Full Transparency
Annual independent audits ensure trust and accountability in all operations.
His Eminence Ayatollah Sheikh
Mohammad Hussein Al-Ansari
Representative of Grand Ayatollah Sistani
Delegated Authority from highest Maraje' of Najaf and Qom
Formed by Tradition, Responsive to the Present
"A life dedicated to the synthesis of classical Islamic scholarship and the complex challenges of the modern world."
A Life of Scholarship & Service
Born in Iraq from a prominent scholarly family, mentored by his father Grand Scholar Sheikh Abdul Ghaffar Al-Ansari.
Grew up in Amara, a multifaith and multicultural city in South Iraq; where he was actively involved in the youth affairs as well as living the interfaith coexistence.
Graduated with a Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Baghdad University, combining secular and religious education.
Active participation in the University and social life in Baghdad within both traditional as well as interfaith and secular circles.
Joined the Najaf Seminary, excelling as student and teacher. Studied under Grand Ayatollah Khoei.
Managed the distribution of aid to widows and orphans at the Office of Grand Ayatollah Khoei, despite multiple detentions and torturing by the tyrant regime at the time in Iraq.
Over a few months, helped strengthen the connection and communication infrastructure between the local communities and the Marjaeya.
Return to Najaf in the same year 1980 despite all the risks to continue studies and teaching.
Appointed as Grand Ayatollah Khoei envoy to the committees of the 1991 Uprising, leading to his escape from prosecution to Kuwait then Qom.
Continued advanced studies and taught at the Office of Grand Ayatollah Sistani. Attained 1st ijtihad degree in 1996.
Hawza envoy to the foreign embassies in Tehran in response to the slaughter of Scholars in Najaf
Led charity efforts, especially for Iraqi and Afghan refugees.
Actively involved in the affairs of the local Hawzas in both countries in collaboration with local scholars. Return to Qom in the same year to continue studies and teaching.
Assumed spiritual leadership of Islam under the Ahlyl Bayt banner in Australia, focusing on establishing community foundations.
Affirmation by Grand Ayatollah Sistani personally for his direct representation.
Directly influenced the efforts of advancing the communities of the followers of Ahlayl Bayt worldwide, with an emphasis on South East Asia and Australasia.
Annual journeys between Najaf, Qom and Australia to teach and serve, where during academic year of Hawza, he's present and active in the Hawza; while from the Month of Ramadhan to Muharram, he's present and active in Australian affairs.
Started teaching Bahth Al Kharij in Qom at the Office of Grand Ayatollah Sistani.
Moved lessons back to Najaf, Iraq, continuing Bahth Al Kharij at Masjid Al-Sheikh Al-Adham Al-Ansari.
Full duties of an active scholar in Najaf, from mentoring students to lecturing and dispute resolutions to answering questions all the way to dealing with international affairs.
The Making of a Distinct Scholar
Formed by Tradition, Responsive to the Present
Hawza Roots
The rare ijtihad concurrent recognition by the top Marajea of Najaf, Qom and Mashad
Global Experience
One of a very few mujtahids who lived both in the East and the West, deepened his firsthand knowledge of people's challenges
Advanced Thinking
Active participation in intellectual debates and scholarly circles in the West. Developing a full understanding of governance
Core Qualities & Leadership
Recognized across the globe for a unique combination of classical depth and contemporary vision.
Current Focus Area
-
Teaching highest research (Bahth Al Kharij) at Masjid Al-Sheikh Al-Adham Al-Ansari in Najaf
-
Active academic and intellectual participation and supervising students seeking ijtihad
-
Jurisprudential ruling research to address modern challenges of the followers of Ahlyl Bayt
-
Leading Islam under the Ahlyl Bayt banner in Australia and Representing the Highest Marjeaya
-
Establishing the infrastructure for Ahlyl Bayt following Muslim community worldwide in advanced era
From Vision to Reality
Three decades of building foundations for the Ahlyl Bayt community in Australia and beyond.
Rethinking the Journey
Coordinated various charity and community development activities into a coherent system.
Sajadiya Youth Centre
Supervise first Shia Youth Centre in Australia.
Office Established
Establishment of the Office of Ayatollah Alansari in Australia; planning for the Vision of the Foundation.
Al-Rasool Al-Adham Mosque
Establishment of the mosque; first step in the right direction.
Al Mahdi Publications
Established a publication called Al Mahdi publications that produced and disseminated high quality magazines with articles to propagate the teachings of Ahlayl Bayt.
Ashura Procession
Starting the Ashura Procession in Sydney, leading it to other major Australian cities.
National Conference for Ahlaly Bayt Followers
Established the first ever national conference for the followers of Ahlayl Bayt in Australia.
The Youth Centre
Establishment of first charity group with DGR status to prove concept.
Denomination Recognition
Won recognition of Ahlayl Bayt Islam as a religious denomination by the Governor-General of Australia.
Religious Leaders Forum
Co-founding the forum, solidifying relationships with Australian faiths and communities.
Office Established – Najaf
Establishment of the Office of His Eminence Ayatollah Alansari in Najaf, Iraq.
Alansari Foundation
Crowning all efforts with the establishment of Alansari Foundation as a Public Benevolent Institution.
The Six C Pillars
Our constitution is structured around six foundational pillars that guide all our programs and initiatives.
Care
Relief of poverty, sickness, disability and distress for disadvantaged individuals locally and globally.
Reduced hardship and unmet basic needs
- Number of individuals/families supported
- Types of relief provided
- Referral uptake and follow-through
Compassion
Counselling services, wellbeing support, education, literacy and behavioural intervention.
Improved mental, emotional and social wellbeing
- Counselling sessions delivered
- Program completion rates
- Self-reported wellbeing improvements
Connection
Preventing social isolation and facilitating safe, organised community gatherings.
Increased social inclusion and reduced isolation
- Attendance at community activities
- Repeat participation rates
- Participant sense of belonging
Community Development
Congregations, integration support, youth development, safe community places and strengthening collective identity.
Stronger, more cohesive and engaged communities
- Community-led initiatives delivered
- Leadership participation
- Funds raised and deployed
Crisis Response
Fundraising and humanitarian relief in response to war, disaster, disease and global crises.
Timely and effective humanitarian assistance
- Number of people assisted in crises
- Speed from mobilisation to delivery
Capacity
Governance skills, education, resource management and fund capability for sustainability.
Improved financial, educational and organisational capability
- Skills/training programs delivered
- Governance literacy outcomes
- Organisations supported
Support the Foundation
The Foundation welcomes any support and collaboration to enable it to reach more communities worldwide and have greater impact. Support can be access to knowledge, availability of resources, commitment from dedicated professional people, and financial resources.
Financial Donation
Your tax-deductible donation directly supports our programs and community initiatives worldwide.
Donate NowShare Knowledge
Contribute expertise, research, or skills to strengthen our educational and development programs.
Get InvolvedVolunteer
Dedicate your time and talents to support local and global community initiatives.
VolunteerPartner With Us
Organisations and institutions can collaborate on research, programs, and community projects.
PartnerMake a Difference Today
As a registered Public Benevolent Institution with DGR status, all donations to the Alansari Foundation are fully tax-deductible in Australia.
Registered in Australia | ABN: 657 947 558