Annual Report & Financial Statements 2007
Islamic Relief Worldwide & Subsidiary Undertakings
ORGANISATIONAL AIMS IN 2007
Islamic Relief works to relieve the suffering of the world’s poorest people by providing emergency relief and supporting sustainable development. During 2007 we continued to meet these aims by providing humanitarian aid to those affected by conflict in Iraq, Somalia, Darfur and the Occupied Palestinian Territories amongst others. We also responded to natural disasters in Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sudan, and continued to meet the needs of those affected by the tsunami in Indonesia and Sri Lanka.
In 2007 we also continued to work towards the aims of Millennium Development Goals by helping to reduce poverty and increase access to basic services in some of the world’s poorest countries. We now have development projects in 20 countries worldwide. These projects are helping people to meet their needs for food, clean water, quality healthcare, education and the means to make a living.
Responding to emergencies
The impact of emergencies is often most devastating in the world’s poorest countries where people lack the resources to rebuild their lives. We aim to respond effectively to natural and man-made disasters and to reduce their impact by:
- Developing our organisational capacity to respond effectively to emergencies
- Reduce vulnerability through disaster preparedness programmes and food supply projects
Supporting education
Education is key to ensuring long-term development for poor communities. We aim to support access to educational opportunities by promoting formal and vocational education.
Providing access to health and water
Poverty and ill-health often go hand in hand, either because of a lack of healthcare services or because of a lack of safe water. We will help to improve the health of the communities we work with by:
- Increasing access to appropriate, clean and sustainable water and sanitation facilities, as well as increasing knowledge of hygiene practices.
- Providing healthcare services and awareness training, with an emphasis on caring for mothers and children.
Promoting sustainable livelihoods
Ensuring people can make a living is key to helping them move out of poverty. We are working to alleviate poverty and increase the economic, social and physical capacity of communities to sustain their livelihoods.
Caring for orphans and children in need
Children who have lost their parents or who face extraordinary challenges such as conflict, displacement or HIV, may struggle to meet their basic rights. We provide support to orphans and other vulnerable children to help them realise their full potential.
- We do this by offering a comprehensive orphan support and child welfare programme, including education, healthcare, social welfare and suitable shelter.
Campaigning and advocacy
We believe effective partnerships are key to alleviating global poverty. Over the years we have increased our work with other international NGOs, speaking out against poverty and raising awareness about the issues facing those we work with. We do this by:
- Policy development, awareness-raising, research, lobbying and campaigning.
- Increasing awareness of Islamic humanitarian values .
- Increasing awareness of our inclusive approach.
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