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Beyond Giving: How to Empower the Poor and Break the Cycle of Poverty

Refugees’ empowerment is imperative for lifting refugees out of poverty. Job creation and training, and educational opportunities are some of the most important steps toward helping refugees be financially independent.  This article suggests some of the solutions that could help break the cycle of poverty in refugee settings. The definition of poverty and the cycle […]

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Ensuring WASH Access for Persons with Disabilities in Humanitarian Crises

Thousands of disabled refugees have no access to WASH facilities, let alone assistive devices to facilitate their access to sanitation services.  In the following article, we highlight the needs of disabled refugees, whereby they can access WASH services easily and comfortably.  Physical Accessibility Ensuring the physical accessibility of WASH facilities is an integral part of […]

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How to Help Widowed Women in Refugee Camps?

Helping widowed refugee women to have a dignified life is indeed a humanitarian duty and a noble cause.  Thousands of widows are living in miserable conditions with their children in refugee camps.  They are deprived of their basic rights, such as shelter, nutrition, healthcare, and education. This article highlights the needs of that vulnerable refugee […]

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Education as a Tool for Empowering Refugee Communities

Education is an integral part and parcel of any civilization. It is the driving force of development and building the future.  Nevertheless, due to civil wars and internal conflicts, millions of children have dropped out of school and now face several challenges in accessing education. This article highlights the main challenges that impede refugee children […]

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Addressing the Mental Health Needs of Refugee Students in Schools

Refugee students now face several mental health issues that they experienced prior to their resettlement and immigration.  Such traumatic experiences have affected their academic as well as their behavioral conduct. As a result, Bonyan Organization works on funding the necessary initiatives in order to improve the mental health of those students.  This article sheds light […]

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The Power of Sadaqah in Ramadan 

Sadaqah is one of the best acts of charity that is greatly encouraged by Islam as it helps spread mercy and kindness among Muslims in the community. It is mostly encouraged during the month of Ramadan as its rewards are multiplied many times. In this article, we discuss the virtues of sadaqah, especially during Ramadan, […]

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The Spiritual Significance of Charity During Ramadan

The holy month of Ramadan is highly regarded by Muslims, and it has great value in Islam. It is a month where acts of virtue are encouraged, particularly giving charity to the poor. During this month, we should feel the pain of those in need and increase our virtuous deeds. Thus, Muslims should seize the […]

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Ramadan: A Time for Giving Back and Spreading Joy in Your Community

The prophet (PBUH) was exceedingly generous, particularly during the month of Ramadan.  Thus, Muslims are encouraged to emulate his actions of compassion and mercy during this special month, where the rewards are multiplied. Indeed, the refugee communities are among the communities in need of such generosity, especially during Ramadan. The Prophet’s generosity during Ramadan and […]

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Ramadan: Empathy, Generosity and Sharing with the Needy

Ramadan is indeed the most ideal time of the year for self-introspection and self-awareness. This process entails an inner process of heart purification which is conducted through fasting not only from food and drink but also from all kinds of worldly, sensual pleasures.  In this article, we discuss what role Ramadan plays in cleansing our […]

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