Alexandria, Va. – Islamic Relief USA President Anwar Khan participated in the 7th Annual Symposium on the Role of Religion and Faith-Based Organization in International Affairs, which took place virtually on Jan. 26. The theme of this year’s symposium, “2021: a Defining year for Accelerating Gender Equality, Equity and Justice.” He was one of several speakers on the panel, which included many high-level United Nations officials and various faith-based entities. In his remarks, Brother Anwar reflected on how Islamic Relief helped women who were attacked in places like Darfur, Sudan, and in Bosnia in the 1990s, and how rape was being used as common tactic to spread fear. 

Charlotte, N.C. – Islamic Relief USA, a nonprofit humanitarian and advocacy organization, has approved $217,000 to help renovate and expand services at the Shifa Free Health Clinic, located at 4301 Shamrock Drive.

The clinic serves a diverse population, many of whom live on low incomes. The funds will go toward:

Alexandria, Va. – Islamic Relief USA, a nonprofit humanitarian and advocacy organization, has awarded $100,000 for various road repairs, bridge improvement and other infrastructure enhancement projects in Bangladesh that will help reduce disaster risk posed by cyclones. Rural roads, construction of local bridges, slopes, tree plantings are among the project the funds will support. In addition, cyclone shelters, and emergency equipment stored in them (first-aid kits, utensils, hygiene kits) are supported with the funding, ensuring that residents have access to sanitary facilities and equipment.

Houston, Texas – Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA) has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston, in support of the IMGH’s Meals on Wheels program. The present coronavirus pandemic has led to record levels of food insecurity throughout the country, and the Greater Houston area is no exception. Senior citizens are among the segments of the population that are most at risk of the economic aftereffects of the public health crisis. The need to keep feeding programs stable is paramount.