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 Ramadan, a month of seven dimensions

1. A month of worship and the display of beauty. A time when sharing is of utmost importance. Muslims fast provide alms, donations and offerings and evaluate the reason for their existence and preparation for their eternal life.

2. A month of diminished crime and violence rates. As a result of the fasting that is undertaken, Muslims display a less competitive, deconstructive and egoistic behaviour. The rights of others are considered especially sensitive and an empathetic dialogue is entered into. 
3. A month of unification and destruction of isolation. Due to the practice of fasting, Muslims strive to share their break fast dinner with their neighbours, colleagues and friends of Muslim and non-Muslim backgrounds. Good deeds and valued contributions to society are considered extremely important, more so than other times. 
4. A month to learn about Muslims and Islam. Individuals from non-Muslim backgrounds have the opportunity via invites to share the break fast Iftar dinners with their Muslims peers to understand the religion of Islam and the Muslims in their surroundings. These observations will enable non-Muslims to acquire primary, undistorted information about Islam allowing the stereotyping and prejudices to cease and promote a harmonious multicultural society.
5. A month of network development. As a result of the Ramadan Iftar dinners, Academia, Journalists, Diplomats, Bureaucrats and Parliamentarians will be granted the opportunity to intimately liaise with and understand the mindset and values of Islamic leaders in a very sincere atmosphere. This will secure access to primary, reliable and accurate re-sources to utilize at times when an Islamic perspective on particular issues is required, rather than relying upon hearsay or heavily distorted perceptions.
6. A month for positive impressions and integration exercises. The Ramadan Iftar dinners implemented in venues of significance with non-Muslim input will serve as a catalyst in the process of Muslims aligning themselves with Australian values. Preconceived ideas, hostile thoughts and incorrect understanding of western society and cultures will be overcome and Muslims will be more accepting and appreciative of the value systems that they are asked to abide by.
7. A month of identity recognition. A positive impact will be welcomed by second generation Australian Muslims who will be able to interpret the Ramadan Iftar programs as a sign of solidarity. A clarification of the identity of Australian Muslims will be the out-come of these valued exchanges.