Faizan Global Relief Foundation
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The Faizan Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) is a welfare organization working independently and striving to help people who are suffering from catastrophes.[1][2]
History
[edit]FGRF serves in four major projects, Madani Home, Green Pakistan, Faizan Rehabilitation Program, and Disaster Management Department. Madani Home was established in 2022 for the benefit of orphans and children who were physically or mentally challenged.[3] The Green Pakistan Initiative, started in 2021 is an ongoing project that involves plantation drives in major cities of Pakistan.[4] The Faizan Rehabilitation, which was established in January 2021, helped people after flooding in the rural areas of Sindh and Balochistan.[5][6] The Disaster Management Department provides food and medical supply in flood-stricken areas.[7]
Achievements and collaborations
[edit]The organization had collaborated with KMC, the local municipal department in Karachi. Both parties worked for environmental restorage in Karachi. In Pakistan, almost two million trees were planted with the help of volunteers. Apart from collaboration with Karachi’s government officials, Ministry of Punjab also showed interest to conduct operations with FGRF and other welfare organizations due to food shortage in some rural parts of the province.[8][9][10]
Later in the beginning of 2023, a Madani healthcare center was established and inaugurated by Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tessori.[11]
Birmingham Aid Workers
[edit]After a significant earthquake in Morocco that killed more than 2,000 people and injured over 1,400, a group of aid workers from the Faizan Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) UK, led by Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami from Birmingham, moved quickly to help.[12] They had experience in disaster relief from working in places like Turkey and Syria. They coordinated with local teams and volunteers to save lives and helped people out of the rubble, focusing on distributing aid and addressing immediate needs.[13]
Earthquake in Turkey and Syria
[edit]In the first week of February 2023, Turkey and Syria were hit with a dreadful earthquake, resulting in thousands of casualties.[14] Faizan Global Relief Foundation had volunteers on the ground and anticipated an increase in the number of refugees. FGRF actively encouraged others to contribute and support them. Haji Abdul Habib Attari visited earthquake-affected areas and distributed food among the victims.[15]
Addressing Food Insecurity
[edit]The Faizan Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) has been involved in humanitarian efforts to assist individuals in Gaza, Palestine. Their initiatives have included distributing food to 40,000 people, vegetables among 2500 people, and financial aid to 1000 families. Moreover, they have provided tents for 200 families affected by damage to their residences and hygiene kits to 1,500 people for personal care. Additional support has been extended through the provision of containers containing essential supplies such as food, 800 mattresses, 1,400 blanket kits, and clothing. Furthermore, plans are in place to donate three ambulances to the region. The foundation continues to offer daily meals to those impacted by the conflict, while ongoing relief operations are ongoing. [16]
Earthquake Relief in Morocco
[edit]The Faizan Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) has been providing aid to the people of Morocco affected by the earthquake in September 2023. The team traveled to Morocco on May 9 to continue the relief efforts. Despite challenges in reaching remote areas, they successfully delivered assistance to several villages. The Foundation distributed 11,000 packs of rations and essential supplies to those affected. Additionally, 2,000 gas cylinders were provided to ensure access to cooking facilities and basic amenities. Over a hundred mattresses, blankets, pillows, and basic necessities were sent initially in September and November. During their visit, FGRF also visited an orphanage, where they provided food, drinks, toys, and clothing for nearly 1,000 children, bringing joy to the children. [17]
References
[edit]- ^ https://islamabadpost.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/IP-13-09-2022.pdf
- ^ "Health card programme will be further improved, says CM Parvez". The Nation. 2022-09-13. Retrieved 2023-01-04.
- ^ "FGRF to build 'Madani Home' for homeless children". Daily Times. 2022-02-13. Retrieved 2022-12-22.
- ^ "Governor Sindh inaugurates FGRF's plantation drive. - Free Online Library". www.thefreelibrary.com. Retrieved 2022-12-22.
- ^ "Religious-based organizations taking lead in rescue, relief". Daily Times. 2022-08-31. Retrieved 2022-12-22.
- ^ "FGRF plans to construct 10,000 houses for flood victims across country". Retrieved 2022-12-22.
- ^ Hasan, Shazia (2022-08-31). "Flood victims feel neglected by govt, looked after by NGOs at camps in Karachi". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2023-01-16.
- ^ "FGRF delegation calls on CM Punjab, brief about philanthropic work". Pakistan Observer. 2022-09-13. Retrieved 2022-12-22.
- ^ "FAIZAN GLOBAL RELIEF FOUNDATION'S DELEGATION CALLS ON CM PUNJAB | Office of the Chief Minister of Punjab, Government of the Punjab". cm.punjab.gov.pk. Retrieved 2022-12-22.
- ^ "CM reviews steps to enhance health card utility". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2023-01-04.
- ^ News Desk (2023-01-08). "Tissori inaugurates Madani Healthcare Center". Pakistan Observer. Retrieved 2023-01-16.
- ^ "Birmingham aid workers head to Morocco earthquake scene". BBC News. 2023-09-10. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
- ^ "Birmingham aid workers head to Morocco earthquake scene". Yahoo News. 2023-09-10. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
- ^ Picheta, Rhea Mogul,Gul Tuysuz,Isil Sariyuce,Kareem El Damanhoury,Rob (2023-02-06). "More than 4,300 dead in Turkey and Syria after powerful quake". CNN. Retrieved 2023-02-13.
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- ^ "FGRF provides one month ration, financial assistance to 41,000 people, families of Gaza". app.com.pk. 2024-04-21.
- ^ Ali, Ali (26 May 2024). "FGRF provides 11k ration parcels, hundreds of essential items to Morroco's [sic] quake affected". Associated Press of Pakistan.