"And those in whose wealth is a recognised right; for the needy who asks and those who are deprived". Qur’an 70:24-25
Islamic Relief’s Mission
Exemplifying our Islamic values, we will mobilise resources, build partnerships, and develop local capacity, as we work to:
What is Islamic Relief?
Islamic Relief (IR) is an international relief and development charity which envisages a caring world where people unite to respond to the suffering of others, empowering them to fulfil their potential. We are an independent Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) founded in the UK in 1984 by Dr Hany El Banna.
What does Islamic Relief do?
Working in over 25 countries, we promote sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities to eradicate poverty, illiteracy and disease. We also respond to disasters and emergencies, helping people in crisis.
Islamic Relief provides support regardless of religion, ethnicity or gender and without expecting anything in return.
Islamic Relief works in six main sectors:
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Islamic Relief has consultative statue with the UN Economic and Social Council.
Islamic Relief is registered with the UK goverment Charity Commision.
Registered Charity No. 328158
Islamic Relief is a member of 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.