A Ray of Hope UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace: From Farhana

Wednesday, January 11, 2006

From Farhana

Eid-Ul- Adha is the celebration and culmination of the pilgrimage to Mecca. The pilgrimage or Hajj is a central duty of Islam and forms one of the five 'pillars' or central religious duties. The Hajj brings together Muslims of all races and speaking lots of different languages. The meaning of 'Eid-ul-Adha' is the Festival of Sacrifice. It is a commemoration of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham in the Bible)'s willingness to sacrifice his son for God. The story is that God replaces the son with an animal and to this day Muslims also sacrifice an animal and many distribute the meat to the poor and needy.

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A Ray of Hope, UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace

A Ray of Hope is not a charity and we try as far as possible never to assist in currency form, but rather prefer to investigate what people, especially children, need throughout the world and to deliver that item directly into their hands. This avoids many of the pitfalls that exist in the world of giving.
We believe that diversity of culture is enrichment and actively look for and promote friendships ..... if we can assist our friends we do.We have little difficulty in obtaining certain educational supplies and to date have distributed over $9 million worth. Some of the smaller items, although easily purchased, we feel it is to the benefit of everyone that those who wish can assist us and in doing so know that they have helped directly.
No member of A Ray of Hope receives financial gain of any kind but the true satisfaction of knowing that, at very least, we are attempting to make a difference.

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Readers' Request

We have had a request to inform readers how they can become involved in a Ray of Hope. Anyone who believes cultural diversity is enrichment, enjoys making friends and assisting when one can is welcome to contribute to our work. There is rarely a need to ask for financial support except possibly within the bounds of individual projects. Feel free to contact me on don@unesco.co.uk. Please read our daily journal and project details. A positive interest in one or more of our many facets is suffice for you to contribute and to make a difference. Website www.unesco.co.uk

A Ray of Hope UNESCO Youth Ambassador for the Culture of Peace

Wednesday, January 11, 2006

From Farhana

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