Anwar al-Ahwāzī is an Imam and Islamic educator based in Melbourne, Australia. Born in Ahwaz, he has been teaching and lecturing since 2016. His teaching is grounded in the classical texts and focused on making them clear and relevant for Muslims living in Australia today.
He delivers weekly lectures across Melbourne, including at the Australian Youth Community Centre (AYCC). His regular series include a Wednesday-night study of the Shamāʾil (the character and description of the Prophet ﷺ), a commentary on the Forty Ḥadīth of al-Bukhārī, and an explanation of the Ḥāʾiyyah of Ibn Abī Dāwūd on Islamic creed. He has also taught courses on sihr, the evil eye and ruqyah, and a lecture series answering common doubts about Islam and the Sunnah.
Alongside his teaching, he serves as a member of the Board of Imams Victoria. He has a particular commitment to helping youth build a confident, well-grounded understanding of their faith.
