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January 19th, 2022

Are Western Wealthy Countries Determined to Starve the People of Afghanistan? - counterpunch.org

Explore the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, the impact of frozen assets, and global calls for urgent aid to support food security and essential services.

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January 19th, 2022

Here’s how the Zakat Foundation of America is changing the face of orphan sponsorships worldwide

Discover how Zakat Foundation of America is transforming orphan sponsorships, empowering vulnerable children worldwide with education, nutrition, and hope.

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January 19th, 2022

Events to honor King scheduled for Monday

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Robeson County with community events, service projects, and tributes honoring his legacy of equality and nonviolence.

3.5 million Afghan children under the age of five are expected to suffer from acute malnutrition, and 1 million risk dying from hunger and low temperatures. Image: Wikimedia Commons CC by 3.0

January 19th, 2022

Is the West determined to starve the people of Afghanistan?

Explore the causes and impact of Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis, US sanctions, aid cuts, and urgent UN appeals. Learn why millions face hunger and poverty.

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January 19th, 2022

Are Western Wealthy Countries Determined to Starve the People of Afghanistan? - slguardian.org

Explore the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, the impact of frozen assets, and global calls for urgent aid to support millions facing hunger and poverty.

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January 14th, 2022

Amna Mirza Explains Five Simple Ways You Can Change the World

Discover five impactful ways to change the world with Amna Mirza and Zakat Foundation of America—support clean water, education, orphan care, and more.

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January 13th, 2022

Afghans in the US demand Biden administration lift restrictions on assets

Afghans in the US urge the Biden administration to unfreeze Afghan assets and ease banking restrictions to address Afghanistan’s worsening humanitarian crisis.

The audience listens to a speech during a conference on Afghanistan in Washington, D.C., U.S., Jan. 12, 2022. (AA Photo)

January 13th, 2022

Afghans in US demand Biden administration lift restrictions on assets

Afghans in the US urge the Biden administration to unfreeze Afghanistan’s assets and banking, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian aid and relief.

Taliban fighters walk along a road at the Wazir Akbar Khan hill in Kabul on January 10, 2022. (AFP)

January 11th, 2022

US conference calls for immediate humanitarian aid for Afghanistan

US conference urges immediate humanitarian aid for Afghanistan, fostering dialogue between US, Taliban, and civil society to address the ongoing crisis.

Mayor Lori Lightfoot talking to Afghani Refugee on Thanksgiving Day.

November 24th, 2021

Afghan refugees celebrate first Thanksgiving, ‘a new beginning’

Afghan refugees and Chicago leaders share a Thanksgiving meal, celebrating new beginnings and highlighting the city’s commitment to welcoming immigrants.

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November 17th, 2021

The Council of Islamic Organizations Hosted 29th Annual Gala

Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago’s 29th Annual Gala united 1200+ leaders, honored Muslim achievements, and advanced community resilience.

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October 19th, 2021

Triangle people of faith call for action to address climate emergency

Faith leaders in North Carolina unite for climate justice, organizing prayer chains and vigils to urge bold climate action and inspire global environmental change.