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February Update | GRF's Work This Month
See GRF's work completed in February 2025.
After a great start to the year which you can see more about in our January 2025 update, February was another busy month. GRF reached communities across Mali, Gaza, Bangladesh, and Sudan with food, shelter and more, ahead of Ramadan. Find out more about GRF’s work carried out in February 2025 below.
Malaria Treatment in Mali
In Mali, malaria is one of the leading causes of death for children under 5. The country has one of the highest malaria rates in the world, with thousands of deaths every year. GRF is pleased to have carried out malaria treatment for children in Mali. Health professionals provided the treatment, while further advising patients and families on how to prevent malaria. The team also distributed hygiene kits to families. These hygiene kits contain essentials for families to maintain sanitation and stay protected against illnesses.
Rahmah Camp Construction in Gaza
With almost 2 million people displaced inside the Gaza strip, hundreds of thousands have returned to their homes in the North. However, many have been unable to return, with several houses heavily damaged and others completely destroyed. This month, our team on the ground constructed tents for displaced families in Gaza, giving them temporary shelter while they are unable to return home.
Children’s Fun Days in Gaza
Children in Gaza have lived through war and conflict, experiencing challenges that even adults may not be able to comprehend. These children do not get to experience the same joys of childhood that others around the world do. GRF regularly holds fun days for children experiencing conflict and poverty and this month we held 1 in North Gaza and 1 in South Gaza. Children laughed and played, with face paint, entertainment and smiles all around.
Shelter Reconstruction for Rohingya Refugees
In the aftermath of the fire at Cox’s Bazaar, many Rohingya refugees lost their lives and homes. GRF was quick to act, delivering emergency aid. In January, our team distributed food parcels and blankets to Rohingya refugees and this month we have continued aid efforts. Our team constructed shelters which will provide relief and safety for Rohingya refugees. We also delivered hot meals, providing individuals with nutritious food during this challenging time.
Aid Distribution
GRF distributed aid to communities in need this month. The team distributed food parcels in Sudan, with each parcel containing staple items, feeding a family for 2 – 3 weeks. We further distributed clothing in Mali and hot meals in Yemen, ensuring families received nutritious food. Thanks to your donations, we were able to provide vital items to people during some of the most challenging periods in their lives.
Mental Health Project Update
Alhamdulillah in January we launched our mental health project for refugee children in Lebanon. This is an ongoing project and one of the psychiatrists, Aya Basmous, shares more information about GRF’s work. She shares processes therapy follows, including children sharing a timeline of their lives, what has happened to them in their lives and what positive and shocking events they have experienced. They will express positive experiences through something they love and negative experiences through something they dislike, such as a colour, before breaking down these events. This project will allow children to process experiences in a way that eases the burden on the child’s psychology.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Alhamdulillah through your support, we have been able to make a difference to the lives of those in need. We hope to continue empowering people across the globe, especially in March as Ramadan falls alongside March. In Ramadan, we will be providing suhoor, iftar, food parcels and more to our brothers and sisters. You can support our Ramadan appeal here. For more information about our work or to get involved, whether you would like to fundraise, attend a deployment or volunteer at events, get in touch with us or follow our Instagram.
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