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Afghan Youth Engagement and Development Initiative (AYEDI): How to Respond to Earthquakes in Afghanistan
Written by AYEDIToronto, Ontario, October 10, 2023
Salaam/Peace be upon you:
In the heart of Herat, Afghanistan, the earth trembles, and hearts ache.
Over the past several days, Herat has experienced several earthquakes, resulting in deaths of over 1,000 people and possibly over 2,000.
This is the deadliest earthquake in two decades.
Herat needs your help. Are you looking to turn your solidarity into action?
Here’s how you can help:
Donate to the following fundraising efforts, verified by Afghan Youth Engagement and Development Initiative (AYEDI):
IDRF Afghanistan Earthquake Relief: https://idrf.ca/project/afghanistan-earthquake/
Islamic Relief Canada Afghanistan Earthquake Emergency Appeal: https://www.islamicreliefcanada.org/emergencies/afghanistan-appeal
Children Without Borders Emergency Herat Relief: www.gofundme.com/reliefforherat2023
Aseel Disaster Fund: Urgent Relief Aid for Herat Earthquake Victims: https://aseelapp.com/do_good/herat-earthquake-disaster-fund.html
Fundraiser organized by Farhad Darya and other Afghan media figures: https://gofund.me/ba5ff60a
Dream Fund fundraiser led by Afghan girls robotics team: https://gofund.me/ce7a446f
Other ways you can help:
You can raise awareness and spread the word about the situation in Herat and the urgent need for humanitarian assistance
You can advocate for the rights and needs of the affected people and urge your government and other stakeholders to take action and provide support
In Canada, you can contact:
Minister of Foreign Affairs Melanie Joly: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Minister of International Development Ahmed Hussen: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Encourage your networks, friends, and family to donate and raise awareness
In solidarity,
AYEDI
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