As part of the UAE’s ongoing humanitarian and relief efforts to support the needy during the holy month of Ramadan, Emirates Red Crescent has launched several Iftar meal distribution projects all over the world.
Hundreds of beneficiaries received ready-to-eat Iftar meals.
They expressed their gratitude for this generous initiative by the UAE.
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Moreover, they acknowledged the positive impact of the ERC program in providing Ramadan meals to families and passersby.
Alleviating their hardships during the holy month.
This humanitarian initiative by Emirates Red Crescent embodies values of social solidarity and human compassion.
It also helps to ease the difficulties faced by those in need during Ramadan.

Iftar Meal Distribution Project Strengthens Humanitarian Efforts
Emirates Red Crescent annual Iftar meal distribution project was launched in Mukalla, Hadramout Governorate.
This project reflects the UAE’s ongoing humanitarian and relief efforts to support the people of Yemen.
Humaid Rashid Al Shamsi, Advisor for Development and International Cooperation and Representative of the UAE Red Crescent in Hadramout, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the people of Hadramout, Yemen, and the entire Arab and Islamic world on the occasion of Ramadan.
He expressed his hope for a blessed month filled with peace, security, and faith.
Al Shamsi emphasized that this initiative reflects the UAE’s commitment to humanitarian aid.
It also reinforces the values of brotherhood and cooperation between the two nations.
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Government and Community Support for ERC Iftar Meal Distribution Project
The launch of the Iftar meal distribution project was attended by Ahmed Salem Badhrous, Director-General of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor in Coastal Hadramout.
He praised the Emirates Red Crescent humanitarian efforts and highlighted the importance of such initiatives.
Because they are enhancing collaboration between government institutions and civil society organizations.
“Global Iftar” Project Launched in 43 Countries
Sharjah Charity International has launched its annual “Global Iftar” project across 43 countries worldwide.
This Iftar meal distribution project aims to provide 300,000 Iftar meals throughout Ramadan.
With a total budget of AED 3 million, the initiative seeks to support fasting individuals in various nations.
The project is being implemented in collaboration with local authorities.
And also with the organization’s international offices in the participating countries.
In order to ensure the efficient distribution of meals to those in need during the holy month.