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As the Syria crisis enters its 12th year, the plight of the Syrian people continues to worsen. Previously described as the “worst man-made disaster the world has seen since World War II,” by then United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein, the crisis has devastated the people of Syria. The crisis [...]

In Ethiopia, many women face poverty and limited resources due to a lack of educational and job opportunities. Through our work, Islamic Relief is making a significant impact in the country by providing opportunities for women to challenge traditional gender roles and strive for equality. Amina is a 48-year-old woman from Ewa Woreda, in the [...]

Celebrating International Women's Day (8 March), we share the inspiring story of Almira, a widowed mother who has transformed the lives of children with disabilities in northeastern Bosnia and Herzegovina. Almira, a 51-year-old woman from the small village of Priluk, has faced many challenges in her life. One of the most significant was the birth [...]

As we commemorate International Women's Day (8 March), it is an opportune moment to reflect on Bangladesh's progress in promoting women's development and empowerment. The country has made significant strides in breaking down the barriers that have long hindered women's progress. There has been a significant shift towards including women in decision-making and leadership positions, [...]

Banu, a Nepalese woman who suffered brutal sexual abuse after her husband died, lived with her husband’s violent family for years in India. Banu’s story is a poignant reminder that millions of women are facing violence in the one place they should feel safe: their home. Banu*, 31, is from Putali Bazar in Nepal’s Syangja […]

People with disabilities are often hardest hit by the consequences of climate change, but their experiences are less likely to be heard. This International Day for People with Disabilities, we share the story of Nursanah, a scallop-seller in Indonesia calling for action to protect the environment on which his livelihood depends. Globally, climate change has [...]