Islamic Relief is dedicated to alleviating the poverty and suffering of the world’s poorest people.
"Whoever saved a life, it would be as if he saved the life of all mankind"
Qur'an 5:32
What is Islamic Relief?
Islamic Relief (IR) is an international relief and development charity, which aims to alleviate the suffering of the world’s poorest people. It is an independent Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) founded in the UK in 1984 by Dr Hany El Banna.
What does Islamic Relief do?
As well as responding to disasters and emergencies, Islamic Relief promotes sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities - regardless of race, religion or gender.
Islamic Relief works in six main sectors:
- Sustainable Livelihoods
- Education
- Health and Nutrition
- Orphans and Child Welfare
- Water and Sanitation
- Emergency Relief & Disaster Preparednes
Where Does Islamic Relief Work? IR currently has field offices in Africa: Asia: Europe: Middle East: |  |  Islamic Relief is registered with the UK government’s Charity Commission – Registered Charity no. 328158 |  Islamic Relief has consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council. | ||||||||||||||||||||
|  |   Islamic Relief is a member of the Disaster Emergency Committee |   Islamic Relief is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movements and NGOs in Disaster Relief. | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Â | Â  IR is also a member of BOND (British Overseas NGOs for Development). |
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