Dr. Basel Abu Warda Visits Darul Ihsan Centre
On 20 February 2024, Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre was privileged to receive a visit by Dr. Basel Abu Warda. Facilitated by the team at Salam Foundation, the visit and engagement with Dr. Basel Abu Warda, a Palestinian Doctor with firsthand experience of the genocide in Gaza and significant personal loss due to the ongoing conflict, was both impactful and deeply moving. Dr. Abu Warda shared his harrowing experiences with over 150 learners from the Al Ihsan Muslim School and Al Ihsan Teacher Training Academy, as well as Ulama and staff of the Darul Ihsan Humanitarian Centre, during his visit to the centre.
His testimony shed light on the realities of living through war, the atrocities committed by the Zionist Regime and the profound impact it has had on individuals, families, and communities. Dr. delivered on the ground realities of the displacement, destruction, starvation and overall humanitarian crises been faced by the people of Gaza. Dr. Abu Warda's courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity served as a powerful inspiration to all present. His message emphasised the importance of empathy, compassion, and solidarity in supporting those affected by the current happenings in Palestine.
Amongst the messages Dr. Basel left participants with were:
1) Educating oneself and family on Palestine, it’s history and the ongoing atrocities there
2) Activism and Awareness – Raising Awareness of the true realities on the ground in all ways possible
3) A sustained boycott of companies and items that the Zionist regime
4) Dua - Continuous Dua for assistance and freedom for the Palestinian people
5) Donation and financial assistance through reputable organisations assisting in Gaza. Firstly to assist at the current moment and thereafter to rebuild Gaza.
Azhar Vadi, co-founder of Salam Foundation, and Mufti Shafique Jakhura of the Fatwa Department at Darul Ihsan encouraged the youth to take up leadership roles and fulfil their true potential as youth of the Ummah.
The engagement provided an opportunity for meaningful dialogue and reflection. Dr. Abu Warda's visit underscored the urgent need for continued advocacy and support in all forms for the people of Palestine.
Darul Ihsan Media Desk
