World Humanitarian Day

Today 19 August 2016 marks World Humanitarian Day, a day set aside by the United Nations to remind us of the need to act to alleviate the suffering of others.

The world’s problems are numerous and obviously cannot be tackled in one day or by one person. However we are reminded annually through World Humanitarian Day that no humanitarian action is too small. Mahatma Gandhi put it rightly when he said ‘Whatever you do will be insignificant but it is very important that you do it.’

All over the world today, nations, societies, families and individuals face countless challenges sometimes through no fault of theirs. World Humanitarian Day offers us the opportunity to act and also to recognize the contribution of workers who deliver assistance to those who need it most, braving tremendous dangers.

On the occasion of World Humanitarian Day 2016, the Osei-Kusi Foundation salutes all acts of humanitarianism by various individuals and organizations around the world.

We encourage all to act in respect for humanity and to strive to stop human suffering wherever it is found. We all have a collective duty to make this world a better place for all.

The Foundation would continue to offer our support to help alleviate the sufferings of the youth in Africa through the expansion of our scholarship scheme for deaf and blind students, prisoners support service, outreaches to deprived communities, and empowerment of young people.

No matter how small your contribution is, do something for someone who’s suffering. ‘If you cannot feed a hundred, just feed one’ – Mother Teresa.

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Mrs. Kakra Benefo Asante on 0544 00 88 73 / 0302 96 58 59 or [email protected]