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Dawoodi Bohras from Kuwait Honoured as Blood Donor Heroes on World Blood Donor Day

Every few seconds, someone, somewhere, needs blood. Voluntary blood donations play an indispensable role in saving lives daily and are an integral part of universal healthcare, ensuring that people have access to safe and timely supply of blood.  The 14th of June is celebrated the world over as World Blood Donor Day to honour the…

Bohras in the Middle East Organise Painting Competition to Mark World Oceans Day

The Dawoodi Bohra community in the Middle East marked World Oceans Day by organising a region-wide painting competition which saw participation from around 500 students between the ages of 5 and 15. Every year, on 8th June, countries across the globe commemorate World Oceans Day by creating awareness about the importance of oceans and their…

Interfaith leaders voice solidarity against Covid-19

International Peace Institute Interfaith leaders joined IPI MENA in calling for greater unity, cooperation, and solidarity across the multilateral system in tackling the challenges from the coronavirus pandemic as part of a virtual conference titled ‘Interfaith Solidarity in Covid-19’ hosted by IPI MENA on July 8th. Addressing imams, reverends, priests, pastors, religious and faith representatives…