60,000 people in Sri Lanka to benefit from QC's relief and development aid project
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With support from philanthropists in Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) has launched a relief and development aid distribution project in Sri Lanka. The launch event was attended by representatives from the Sri Lankan government, the Embassy of the State of Qatar, civil society, and several other donors.
This initiative forms part of QC's broader collaborative efforts to respond to the aftermath of natural disasters, support individuals with special needs, and empower vulnerable families.
The project targets approximately 60,000 people from vulnerable and displaced groups, covering 14 product categories, including grain and spice grinding machines, sewing machines, manual and electric wheelchairs, furniture and desks, blood pressure monitors, and other tools that contribute to improving the daily lives of sisterly families and joint development efforts.
In his speech, Mahmoud Abu Khalifa, director of QC's office in Sri Lanka, stated that the project aligns with the organisation's vision of ensuring a dignified life for all. He explained that the distribution of aid is not a substitute for long-term support, but rather a strategic step towards economic empowerment and poverty reduction—particularly for vulnerable, displaced, and disaster-affected families.
The credit goes to the people of Qatar for their ongoing support of charitable, humanitarian, and development initiatives around the world, including their meaningful collaboration with government and local bodies in Sri Lanka, he said.
Speaking on behalf of Munir Muzafer, deputy minister of justice and national integration, he expressed gratitude to Qatar Charity for its significant efforts in supporting the people of Sri Lanka over the past six years. These efforts included addressing the needs of individuals and families in need, as well as providing relief to those affected by floods. He also extended thanks to the State of Qatar and the Qatari Embassy for their vital role in supporting the Sri Lankan people, stressing the urgent need to facilitate continued cooperation and ensure the sustainability of these initiatives.
At the launch, Ali Hassan Al-Emadi from the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Sri Lanka highlighted his direct contribution to the important work carried out by Qatar Aid, which reflects the civilised and humanitarian values upheld by the State of Qatar in promoting human dignity and civil peace. He also emphasised the importance of continued cooperation between Sri Lankan government agencies and Qatar Aid to ensure the sustainability of various contributions for the benefit of Sri Lankan society.
R M Madhushika Kanchanamalisaid: 'I am very grateful for this assistance at a time when I was in dire need of support. Now I want to start a small business that will help ease my children's suffering. My thanks go to the donors and for the drops of gratitude they offer through New Hope. I hope this assistance reaches many more women like me.'
It is worth noting that the Qatar Charity office in Sri Lanka, alongside the distribution of these items, is currently implementing several development projects. These include the construction of schools and health centres, the drilling of water wells, the establishment of housing for Qur'an readers, and a variety of social and community development initiatives aligned with Sri Lanka's strategic development goals across various sectors.
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