The 11th anniversary of the death of the charitable work icon Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sumait
Today marks the eleventh anniversary of the death of Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sumait, one of the leading figures in charitable work in Kuwait and the Islamic world. He passed away on August 15, 2013, leaving behind a great humanitarian legacy and charitable works that continue to bear fruit to this day.
Humanity in the life of Dr. Al-Sumait
For Dr. Al-Sumait, charitable work was not just a profession or passing experience, but a deep alignment with the painful reality experienced by many impoverished communities, especially in Africa. His life was full of sacrifices and giving up luxuries to provide the basic requirements of a dignified life for the needy. His humanitarian work encompassed different races and religions, and had a significant impact on the lives of millions in Africa.
The beginning of his charitable journey
Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sumait was born in Kuwait in 1947 and graduated from the College of Medicine in Baghdad in 1972. He specialized in gastrointestinal diseases and worked in hospitals in Canada, Britain, and Kuwait before dedicating himself entirely to charitable work. His visit to Malawi in 1981 was a turning point in his life, where he was deeply affected by the conditions of the African country and the suffering of its people. This led him to establish the "Muslims of Malawi Committee," which later evolved into the "Direct Aid Society," the largest humanitarian organization in Africa.
His achievements and works
Over decades of charitable work, the Direct Aid Society under Dr. Al-Sumait's leadership achieved many notable accomplishments. The society became a umbrella for hundreds of developmental projects in the fields of health, education, and agriculture. More than 8600 water wells were built, thousands of mosques and schools were constructed, education was provided to over half a million students, and the society contributed to training more than 4000 preachers and teachers, as well as sponsoring thousands of orphans.
Awards and honors
In recognition of Dr. Al-Sumait's unlimited giving, he received many prestigious awards and honors, including the King Faisal International Prize for Service to Islam, the Knight of Charitable Work from the Emirate of Sharjah, and the Nile Medal from Sudan. Kuwait also established an annual award in his name, the "Al-Sumait African Development Award," aimed at supporting developmental projects in the African continent.
Death and legacy
Dr. Al-Sumait faced several assassination attempts during his work in Africa, but he continued his humanitarian mission until his passing on August 15, 2013, after a long battle with illness. Despite his departure, his charitable legacy remains alive, represented in the millions of beneficiaries of his charitable projects and a workforce in the humanitarian field who are inspired by his journey.
Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Sumait remains an eternal symbol of humanitarian giving and sacrifice for others. His great legacy in charitable work will continue to be a guiding light for future generations, always reminding us that humanity is best reflected in our simplest choices to stand by those in need, regardless of religion, race, or color.
"Sustainability of Goodness" - The Social Reform Society's 2023 report highlights decades of achievements in giving.
The Social Reform Society recently released its fifth sustainability report for the year 2023, under the title "Sustainability of Goodness". The report includes a series of concepts and definitions that highlight the organization's direction in adopting sustainable development goals, in addition to its leading role in promoting community sustainability.
The report also covers the stages the Society has gone through in aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030, focusing on the rich legacy of achievements over 60 years of charitable work.
Sustainability of Goodness
The report introduces the concept of "Sustainability of Goodness", aiming to achieve well-being and provide charitable assistance in various fields within and outside Kuwait. It notes that over the past sixty years, the Society has engaged in numerous charitable and humanitarian activities that have significantly supported humanitarian and sustainable goals through diverse initiatives in the areas of welfare and relief.
Ongoing mission
Additionally, the report sheds light on the continuous efforts made by the Society to improve and develop its work and projects over the years, emphasizing its ongoing mission in charitable work. The report aims to establish the sustainability of charitable work and deliver it to beneficiaries inside and outside Kuwait.
The Society's role
The report details the Society's role in the second voluntary national review of the Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting its significant efforts in combating the COVID-19 pandemic through distributing food baskets and meals, providing volunteer and awareness support to communities and assisting those affected in isolated areas.
The First Goals
In the first part of the report, it discusses the Social Reform Society's efforts to contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals at the local level. The first goal is to eradicate poverty in all its forms everywhere. The number of beneficiaries in this goal reached approximately 2510 in 2021, about 3366 in 2022, and around 3538 in 2023, through activities such as sponsoring orphans, providing aid and clothes to orphans, sponsoring individuals with special needs, the project "Faraj Karba", supporting debtors, and the campaign "Absher" to furnish homes for needy families.
The Second Goal is to end hunger, provide food security, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture. The number of beneficiaries in this goal reached approximately 158,687 in 2021, around 298,862 in 2022, and about 334,961 in 2023, through projects including feeding the hungry, distributing food baskets, providing aid to needy families, and distributing zakat al-fitr.
The Third Goal of Sustainable Development Goals is to ensure that everyone enjoys healthy living and well-being at all ages. The number of beneficiaries reached approximately 214 in 2021, about 341 in 2022, and around 346 in 2023, through projects such as "Hope" for cancer patients, "Taraahem" for rheumatoid patients, "Bushrakom" for multiple sclerosis patients, supporting patients with medical aids and Braille Qurans.
The fourth goal of sustainable development, which is to ensure good, fair, and inclusive education and enhance lifelong learning opportunities, had about 3061 beneficiaries in 2021, 3667 beneficiaries in 2022, and 5126 beneficiaries in 2023 through projects such as "Teach me and you will earn", school bags, sponsoring university students, human development, education center for all, and scholars chair.
The Fifth Goal
As for the fifth goal of sustainable development, which is to empower women, approximately 87 beneficiaries were reached in 2021, 87 beneficiaries in 2022, and 137 beneficiaries in 2023 through activities in culture, women's advocacy, generational building, religious outreach, community projects, public relations, and training.
The sixth goal of sustainable development, which is to ensure sustainable availability and management of water and sanitation for all, benefitted about 17504200 beneficiaries in 2021, 5856200 beneficiaries in 2022, and 4347700 beneficiaries in 2023.
The Seventh Goal
Regarding the seventh goal of sustainable development, which is to ensure everyone has affordable access to modern, reliable, and sustainable energy, about 2587 beneficiaries were reached in 2021, 3413 beneficiaries in 2022, and 6480 beneficiaries in 2023 through various projects including maintenance and installation of refrigerators and distribution of cooling devices.
Activities of the local association
Activities of the local association indirectly related to sustainable development goals include Quran memorization sessions, Quran memorization competitions, Quran memorization centers, Islamic cooperation events, annual iftar gatherings, Islamic cooperation diwaniya, community leader meetings, educational camps for students on scholarships, social activities such as honoring outstanding students, blood donation campaigns, annual sports festivals, and environmental campaigns.
Educational and training activities include beginner learner programs, training sessions, scientific courses, religious activities such as lessons, lectures, Umrah trips, religious competitions, and preacher training programs.
Al-Mujtama
Media activities include publishing and enhancing the distribution of the magazine "Al-Mujtama" and developing it, creating a modern electronic archive, providing comprehensive research and knowledge services, developing electronic systems for archival resources, enhancing current website content, and producing professional digital media content to support the magazine's print and digital platforms.
In addition to developing and managing the electronic platforms of the association, social media pages, printing educational and promotional booklets, distributing electronic books, and book fairs.
Women's Work Secretary
As for the Women's Work Secretary, it has contributed to empowering families to raise righteous individuals, supporting women to fulfill their main roles, thus achieving family stability. This was achieved through the establishment of a Family Counseling Center through the Peace Center, participation in age groups in clubs and training courses in the center, enhancing the efficiency of Women's Work Secretary members according to institutional standards, providing them with necessary volunteer skills through conducting 7 training courses in educational leadership.
Quran Secretary
As for the Quran Secretary, 27 Quranic circles were held in a number of mosques, in addition to strategic partnerships with entities working in the field of the Quran with the Lalee Center, as well as partnerships with the Qara'a Center. Specialized curricula were prepared for Quranic centers, such as the insight center, the clarification center, and the Lalee center, along with monitoring Quran memorizers, especially from children, women, and families.
Advocacy and Educational Activities
Regarding the advocacy and educational activities, 16 summer clubs were established with a total of 2400 participants in several provinces, an increase in educational supervisors, the qualification of 71 new supervisors, organizing health awareness programs in 9 centers, advocacy programs, educational kits, two festivals under the "Your Health is Precious" program, forming 12 volunteer teams, and copying and marketing 1000 copies of the educational kit.
The second part, the external part related to sustainable development goals, where the external activities of the reform association are an essential part of its efforts aimed at achieving sustainable development goals. They were present in 29 countries in Africa, Asia, and Europe.
Eliminating Poverty
The Social Reform Association sought to achieve the first goal of eliminating poverty in all its forms everywhere. The association's activities under the first goal include 11 activities distributed in many countries. Al-Nama Charity developed families through the Halal earning projects, relief projects, sponsorship, completing orphanages, building villages and houses for the poor, family sponsorship, orphan sponsorship, zakat, sadaqat, social development projects, and marriage aid, benefiting a total of 651,866 beneficiaries.
Eliminating Hunger
The second goal was to eliminate hunger, provide food security, improve nutrition, and enhance sustainable agriculture. Al-Nama Charity carried out 7 activities covering the second goal of the Sustainable Development Goals, which is to eliminate hunger and provide food security. The association aims to combat hunger, provide food to deserving families in disaster areas, achieve this goal through breaking the fast, sacrifice, breaking fast on the day of Arafat, slaughters, and distributing food baskets, benefiting 228,473 beneficiaries.
Healthy Living Styles and Well-being
Regarding the third goal related to ensuring that everyone enjoys healthy living styles and well-being at all ages, the Social Reform Association seeks to achieve this goal through charity projects such as eye surgeries, cancer treatment, and support for patients, as well as health projects, medical caravans, and clinics. These projects have benefited 53,917 beneficiaries.
As for the fourth goal, which is to ensure good and comprehensive education and enhance lifelong learning opportunities for all, the association is focusing its efforts in supporting poor countries in Africa and Asia, where there are significant challenges in providing educational opportunities and enhancing the quality of education for their populations. Through this goal, the association has supported schools, classrooms, student sponsorship, and school bags, benefiting more than 4,712 students.
Water and Sanitation for All
Regarding the sixth goal of sustainable development related to ensuring sustainable availability and management of water and sanitation for all, the Social Reform Association has sought through charity projects to combat drought, dryness, and thirst and to alleviate the suffering of the poor and needy who struggle to find water. The association has dug wells, distributed water, and reached 188,869 beneficiaries.
In terms of the association's external activities related to sustainable development goals indirectly, the association implements a set of external activities indirectly related to sustainable development goals through 7 items, including serving the Quran, Quran memorization centers, mosques, Islamic centers, sponsoring imams and preachers, managing endowments buildings, and proxy Hajj, benefiting 26,396 beneficiaries.
Namaa Charity launches the “Mediterranean Center for the Communication of Civilizations” project
Namaa Charity, in partnership with the Social Reform Society and in strategic partnership with the General Secretariat of Endowments, announced the launch of the Mediterranean Center for the Communication of Civilizations project in Italy.
Walid Al-Bassam, Head of the Financial Resources and Development Sector at Namaa Charity, said: The project is located in the city of Brescia, Italy, and this center is distinguished by its strategic location on an area of 1000 square meters, and consists of two floors; the first floor includes the center’s offices and a hall designated for various courses and events, while the second floor includes a mosque that aims to facilitate the performance of Islamic rituals and provide spiritual support to the people of the region.
Al-Bassam pointed out that the project is a qualitative step in the path of charitable and advocacy work for Namaa Charity, as it was launched in strategic partnership with the General Secretariat of Endowments, and stressed the importance of this partnership that contributes to achieving Namaa Charity’s vision of enhancing the positive Islamic presence in European societies.
He added: The importance of this partnership with the General Secretariat of Endowments comes from its continuous support for projects with a strategic dimension, which contribute to strengthening the Islamic identity and preserving the authentic values of Muslims abroad, noting that cooperation with the General Secretariat of Endowments ensures the sustainability of these projects and enhances their positive impact on the targeted communities. Al-Bassam explained that the “Mediterranean Center for the Communication of Civilizations” aims to introduce true Islam, accommodate new Muslims, and preserve the Islamic identity of the emerging generations in Italy. In addition, the center will teach the Arabic language, Islamic culture, and history, as well as reconcile spouses by providing family mediation services. The center will also work to implement agreements with Italian social services to accommodate Muslim children who are victims of family disputes, in addition to providing advisory and legal services to immigrants. Al-Bassam concluded by saying: The center also seeks to contribute to the advancement of the intellectual community in Italy, by providing various programs aimed at spreading awareness and education about Islamic values, in addition to building a mosque that accommodates worshipers and contributes to spreading the message of tolerant Islam in the region.
Namaa Charity: More than 300 water tankers for our people in the north and south of Gaza
As part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts to support the people of the Gaza Strip, Namaa Charity of the Social Reform Society confirmed its continuation of implementing the “Water Supply” campaign that it launched to provide potable water to the people of Gaza, especially in the areas most affected by the conflict.
In this regard, the Head of the Financial Resources and Development Sector at Namaa Charity, Walid Al-Bassam, stated: In light of the worsening humanitarian crisis facing the people of the Gaza Strip, we at Namaa Charity see that providing potable water has become an urgent necessity. We are committed to alleviating the suffering of the people by implementing rapid water projects, such as distributing 300 water tankers in the north and south of the Strip, each of which is sufficient to meet the needs of more than 250 families, or about 1,000 people.
Al-Bassam added: We realize that water has become a matter of life and death in Gaza, due to the occupation’s policies that use water as a weapon for blackmail and forced displacement; therefore, we are working on the ground to provide the people with their minimum basic needs, and we seek to find sustainable solutions to this crisis.
Al-Bassam stressed that according to statements by officials, Gaza is currently facing a major thirst crisis, as the percentage of available water has decreased to 10-20% of what it was before the aggression in the central and southern governorates, while it is almost non-existent in the northern governorates of the Strip.
Al-Bassam pointed out that this catastrophic water situation requires urgent action in light of the worsening cases of drought, famine and death resulting from it, and the high rates of serious diseases and epidemics due to citizens being forced to drink salty and polluted water, and as a result of the leakage and flow of wastewater into populated areas and shelters for the displaced; due to the lack of sanitation services.
Al-Bassam concluded his statement by calling on donors to support the "Water Supply" campaign to participate in the efforts of Namaa Charity to secure drinking water for the residents of Gaza, and stressed that Namaa Charity will continue its work in providing support and assistance to affected communities in Gaza, in order to ensure a decent life for them in light of these harsh conditions.
World Humanitarian Day: Solidarity with humanity and appreciation for humanitarian workers
Amidst the celebrations of World Humanitarian Day on August 19, the tragic situation facing humanitarian workers around the world is highlighted. The Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Political Affairs and Electoral Assistance to the United Nations in Iraq, Claudio Cordone, described 2023 as the deadliest year ever for humanitarian workers, expecting 2024 to be even darker.
Killing Aid Workers
In his statement, Cordone noted that 280 aid workers were killed in 33 countries during 2023, a staggering 137% increase compared to 2022, which saw the killing of 118 aid workers. He added that as of August 7, 2024, 172 aid workers had been killed, almost half of them in Gaza. The first three months of hostilities in Gaza were among the bloodiest periods, with a large number of aid workers killed.
Kuwait Plays a Leading Role
In a speech he delivered on the anniversary of the bombing of the Canal Hotel in the capital Baghdad, Cordone recalled the attack that took place in 2003, in which the United Nations lost 22 of its employees, including the then Special Representative of the Secretary-General Sergio Vieira de Mello. Cordone stressed that humanitarian workers, whether from the United Nations or non-governmental organizations, are exposed to the risks of killing, injury and kidnapping, in addition to the civilians who provide them with support. In light of the deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza, where more than two million people suffer from displacement and the destruction of infrastructure, attention is directed towards the need to strengthen international efforts to protect humanitarian workers and ensure their safety and security.
Cordone called on all parties involved in conflicts to stop targeting humanitarian workers and civilians, warning of the continued impunity of violators of international law. On the other hand, Kuwait plays a leading role in humanitarian work on the international scene. In 2014, the United Nations honored Kuwait by naming it a “Humanitarian Center” in appreciation of its generous contributions to supporting affected peoples around the world. On this day, Kuwait renews its commitment to supporting global humanitarian work, which was confirmed by His Highness the Amir Sheikh Mishaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.
Charitable Societies
Through its charitable institutions such as the Social Reform Society, Nama Charitable Society, Al-Rahma International Society, the International Islamic Charitable Organization, and Balad Al-Khair Society, Kuwait continues to provide support to affected peoples in places such as Gaza, where it has launched several relief campaigns to provide urgent humanitarian assistance. Kuwaiti efforts stand as a bright sign in the sky of humanitarian work, confirming that Kuwait always seeks to provide a helping hand to afflicted peoples.
Honoring the Heroic Efforts
On World Humanitarian Day, the world honors the heroic efforts of humanitarian workers and enhances solidarity with affected peoples. Kuwait, with its pioneering humanitarian model, remains a witness to its deep commitment to preserving human dignity and providing support to all those in need.
For his part, Saad Marzouq Al-Otaibi, Chairman of the Union of Charitable Societies and Foundations, praised the sacrifices made by humanitarian workers around the world, saying in a statement to the website of Al-Mujtama Magazine, “Celebrating World Humanitarian Day is a call to build poor humanitarian communities and address the repercussions of disasters and catastrophes.” He added, “Despite the existence of international laws aimed at regulating the conduct of armed conflicts and reducing their effects, violations of these laws continue without deterrence, causing civilians, including relief workers, to pay the ultimate price.”
In the same context, Abdulaziz Al-Kandari, Head of the Communications and Information Technology Sector at Namaa Charity, stated in a statement to the website of Al-Mujtama Magazine that “World Humanitarian Day is a real opportunity to alleviate the suffering of those in need.” He added, “The tragic conditions in Gaza require urgent interventions to bring humanitarian aid into the Strip, and we commend the efforts of Kuwaiti charitable societies that play a prominent role in providing relief to their brothers in Gaza.” Dr. Adnan Al-Haddad, Deputy Director General for Communications, Marketing and Information Technology at the International Mercy Association, said in a statement to the website of the Society Magazine about the humanitarian efforts made by Kuwaiti charitable societies, saying: “Kuwaiti charitable societies have been present in the fields of relief and aid in the Gaza Strip, and we are working to provide various types of assistance in the areas of food, medicine and shelter.”
The Union of Charitable Societies and Foundations celebrates the "World Humanitarian Day"
Saad Marzouq Al-Otaibi, Chairman of the Union of Charitable Societies and Foundations, stressed that the "World Humanitarian Day" is an annual reminder to work on the need to alleviate the suffering of afflicted peoples and millions of families who have lost their breadwinners. Celebrating this day is a call to build poor humanitarian societies and address the repercussions of disasters and calamities.
World Humanitarian Day
On the occasion of the "World Humanitarian Day", which falls on August 19 of each year, Al-Otaibi said: We extend our deep appreciation and honor to humanitarian workers around the world, who are making every effort to save lives and provide assistance to affected people, despite the great dangers and challenges they face.
Bloodiest Years
Al-Otaibi added that this year is one of the bloodiest years ever for humanitarian workers. This painful fact highlights the global failure to protect these unknown heroes, thus exacerbating the suffering of the people they serve. Despite the existence of international laws aimed at regulating the conduct of armed conflicts and reducing their effects, the violation of these laws continues without deterrence, Which makes civilians, including relief workers, pay the ultimate price while the perpetrators continue to evade justice.
Crises are Escalating Dramatically
Al-Otaibi explained that crises and disasters are escalating dramatically in the world, especially in Palestine, as the violations of the Zionist entity continue, disregarding all international norms and conventions, calling on the international community to assume responsibilities towards the humanitarian situation in Gaza, in light of the displacement of more than two million people in addition to the reduction of humanitarian areas to 11%, stressing that the sector is suffering from harsh humanitarian conditions that require more urgent relief efforts.
Deterioration of Humanitarian Situation in Gaza
The deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Gaza reflects the urgent need for international and regional solidarity to provide continuous support and assistance to its people.
Al-Otaibi called on the international community to stand firmly against these violations and work to stop attacks on humanitarian workers and humanitarian facilities, as well as on civilians and civilian infrastructure. It is time to end impunity and work hard for humanity.
Kuwaiti Charitable Societies
Al-Otaibi thanked the Kuwaiti charitable societies and foundations that spare no effort in helping those affected in all parts of the world, pointing out that the great humanitarian role undertaken by the State of Kuwait constitutes an honorable model of giving, as the vision, support and interest of the political leadership in extending a helping hand to sisterly and friendly countries in various humanitarian circumstances is evident.
Kuwait, represented by its government and various ministries, most notably the Ministries of Social Affairs and Foreign Affairs, has not hesitated to play its vital role towards the peoples of the world, following the same approach of charitable and civil organizations and associations and volunteer teams. In conclusion, we emphasize the need to coordinate efforts between Kuwaiti charitable institutions and international and regional bodies, to unify and organize relief efforts and charitable work, in a way that ensures achieving the greatest benefit for charitable works locally and internationally.
"Global Mercy" appreciates the efforts of Kuwaiti charitable organizations in providing relief to the victims of Gaza
As the world celebrates the "World Humanitarian Day" on August 19 every year, in appreciation of the efforts of workers in the field, the Global Mercy Society appreciated the efforts of Kuwaiti charitable organizations in supporting and providing relief to the victims of Gaza, and providing urgent relief and necessary humanitarian interventions since the first moments of the brutal aggression.
World Humanitarian Day
The Deputy Director General for Communications, Marketing and Information Technology Affairs at the Global Mercy Society, Dr. Adnan Al-Haddad, stated that the "World Humanitarian Day" is a unique opportunity to highlight the efforts of activists and volunteers in the field of providing relief, honoring them and appreciating their humanitarian role that they are performing, amidst the climatic and security risks they face in order to help groups affected by disasters and catastrophes.
He continued: Kuwaiti charitable organizations at various levels were present in the fields of relief and aid in the Gaza Strip, which is facing an extremely difficult humanitarian reality that has witnessed the displacement of hundreds of thousands, and increasing rates of hunger, poverty and disease.
Gaza Calling
In the same context, Al-Haddad pointed out that the International Mercy Association launched the “Gaza Calling” campaign to extend a helping hand to our brothers in Gaza since October 7, by providing various types of assistance in the areas of “food, medicine and shelter” with a total number of beneficiaries reaching hundreds of thousands of residents of the Strip. Al-Haddad noted that many countries in the world need, in our contemporary reality, to further coordinate humanitarian efforts with major charitable institutions to confront the major challenges that affect many societies, which confirms the necessity of raising awareness of the humanitarian role of those working in this field, and highlighting their role and the dangers they are exposed to that threaten their lives, renewing his praise for the masses of workers in the field of humanitarian work who continue to support, protect and care for the needy, the afflicted and the affected.
IICO strengthens leadership in aiding the needy without discrimination.
In the framework of its firm commitment to supporting charitable and humanitarian work projects and alleviating the suffering of poor and afflicted peoples, the International Islamic Charitable Organization affirmed, on the occasion of World Humanitarian Day, the continuation of its pioneering charitable role in building the human being and empowering him economically, culturally, educationally and socially in various parts of the world without discrimination.
Aid for All
The Deputy Director General of Institutional Communication at the Charitable Organization, Ibrahim Khaled Al-Badr, said in a press statement that the State of Kuwait is one of the leading countries in supporting charitable and humanitarian initiatives, pointing to the tireless efforts made by the Charitable Organization in cooperation with its partners in supporting plans and programs for the humanitarian response to those affected and supporting the afflicted peoples, especially in the Gaza Strip, which suffers from catastrophic humanitarian conditions due to the aggression.
Sparing no efforts in Supporting Gaza
Al-Badr said: Since the beginning of the brutal aggression on the Gaza Strip, the Charitable Organization has spared no effort in providing relief to the residents of the Strip, in coordination and cooperation with Kuwaiti and Palestinian charitable organizations to deliver humanitarian support by land, sea and air, noting that the organization allocated about $10 million during that period to support the humanitarian situation in the Strip.
He also said: IICO launched the largest international charitable and humanitarian demonstration to build a global humanitarian alliance to support and enhance humanitarian interventions in Gaza, by organizing an international humanitarian conference in coordination with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), under the slogan “Humanitarian Partnership”, with the participation of 147 local, regional, international and UN organizations from 48 countries.
He added that the conference resulted in the announcement of charitable and development programs and projects worth more than two billion dollars to support the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip over the next two years, within the framework of the “Sanad” initiative to enhance humanitarian interventions and early recovery in the Strip. Regarding the efforts of the volunteer teams working under the umbrella of the Authority, Al-Badr explained that the Authority embraces 30 volunteer teams, which have implemented 71 charitable projects inside and outside Kuwait since the beginning of the year.
Volunteer Teams
He praised the efforts of the volunteer teams that implemented and supervised many projects, including paying tuition fees, building homes for refugees, water supply projects in Gaza, in addition to Iftar projects and distributing sacrificial animals, and other various projects.
Al-Badr pointed to the charitable humanitarian projects that the Authority will soon implement in the Republic of Tanzania, in cooperation with the Tarahum Volunteer Team, which include opening 3 artesian wells, distributing 300 food baskets, organizing a medical convoy to treat 1,600 patients, in addition to renovating 3 Quran memorization classes that will benefit 240 male and female students, and distributing 200 school bags to poor students.
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