Lebanese Muslim Association

The Lebanese Muslim Association (LMA) is an organization associated with the Imam Ali bin Abi Taleb Mosque (Lakemba Mosque) in Lakemba, a suburb of Sydney, Australia. Lakemba Mosque is one of the largest mosques in Australia and a significant center for the Muslim community. The LMA is newsworthy currently because of its role in hosting Eid al-Fitr celebrations, marking the end of Ramadan. Recent events include Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's attendance at an Eid event at the mosque, during which he was heckled. This event highlights the mosque's prominence within the Australian Muslim community and its engagement with political figures. The LMA's activities are particularly relevant given the reported rise in Islamophobic incidents in Australia, making the mosque a focal point for community gathering and political engagement.