Islamic Relief at the University of Alberta is an apolitical/non-partisan student group here at the University of Alberta (as of 2013), dedicated to promoting Islamic Relief Canada’s work of responding to people in need, regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, etc.
Founded in August 2013, we are an apolitical/non-partisan student group here at the University of Alberta (as of 2013), dedicated to promoting Islamic Relief Canada’s work of responding to people in need, regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, etc. Our purpose as a student presence, here on campus, is to inspire students to come together and make a difference in the lives of others, through campaigns and fundraisers. We promote respect for/of all. We support the human right to basic resources such as food, water, education, and much more. Through our efforts as students, we strongly promote the notion of restoring others sense of dignity and self-worth, since empowerment goes a very long way in uplifting others. We are registered with SGS (Student Group Services) and APIRG (Alberta Public Interest Research Group). We strongly promote inclusivity, so we are open to everyone, of any background and/or walk of life.
Overall, we are a Chapter of Islamic Relief Canada and therefore we represent their mandate. IR Canada (a Non-Governmental Organization) is an international aid and development charity that strives to alleviate suffering, hunger, illiteracy, and diseases worldwide regardless of colour, race, religion, or creed, and to provide aid in a compassionate and dignified manner.
APIRG Working Group from Fall 2013 – Winter 2019