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 [...]
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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, [...]
Turkiye - Syria, February 15, 2023 – The death toll in Turkiye and Syria earthquake has surpasses 41,000 people, while 24.4 million people affected due to an earthquake in Turkiye and Syria. Search and rescue activities are still ongoing. According to Reuters, over 13,900 buildings were destroyed in both countries. The government does technical assessments [...]
Syria, February 9, 2023 - Islamic Relief has delivered emergency assistance such as medicines, medical supplies, blankets, mattresses, and plastic sheets in Syria. In Gaziantep, Turkey, Islamic Relief has distributed food and drink assistance to those affected. Islamic Relief has launched a £20 million global appeal and at the moment, about £500,000 (more than RM2.5 [...]
TURKIYE, February 6, 2023 - More than 500 people died, while more than 3,000 others were injured in the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that hit Turkiye and Syria. The number of deaths is expected to rise. Tremors were also felt in Lebanon. Many people were reportedly trapped under the rubble of buildings. Islamic Relief is currently [...]
