SBC at Hospital Opening in Jordan with King Abdullah II SBC’s Participation in the Hospital Opening in Jordan with King Abdullah II On February 27, 2025, Swiss Barakah Charity (SBC) was invited to the official opening of a new hospital in Jordan. The invitation was extended in recognition of our comprehensive support in equipping the oncology hospital with urgently needed medical equipment for cancer patients. The hospital in Aqaba is an important branch of the King Hussein Cancer Center in Amman, with which we have maintained a long-standing collaboration. The inauguration ceremony attracted significant public and media attention. Particularly outstanding was the participation of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein, who personally inaugurated the oncology hospital. His presence highlighted the importance of the project for the country and honored international cooperation in the healthcare sector. Our organization was represented by CEO Mohamad Ajami, who had the opportunity during the event to tour the hospital and engage with local health experts as well as government officials. The official acknowledgment by the Jordanian authorities and the Royal Court represents a special appreciation of our commitment. Significance for Our Organization The invitation to the inauguration and the public recognition by the Jordanian Royal Court are a major milestone for our organization. They not only demonstrate the effectiveness of our humanitarian aid but also strengthen our position as a reliable partner in international healthcare. This event opens up new opportunities for future cooperation and strengthens our network in the region. Moreover, it motivates our staff and supporters, whose dedication makes such achievements possible in the first place. The successful project implementation in Jordan shows how targeted aid can bring about concrete and sustainable improvements in healthcare. We are proud to be part of this progress and extend our heartfelt thanks to all involved for their trust and collaboration.

School construction and educational scholarships in Sri Lanka School construction and educational scholarships in Sri Lanka School construction and educational scholarships in Sri Lanka You can change the world with your own two hands” is written on the wall of a school in Sri Lanka where the children of fishing families learn. Trincomalee is located on the east coast of the country, directly on the Indian Ocean, where the 2004 tsunami mercilessly destroyed everything and took many lives with it. What happened 20 years ago is still omnipresent in people’s lives today and the damage caused by the disaster still has a major impact on the infrastructure, especially in remote regions. The schools in the fishing villages simply lack everything. A roof without walls serves as a primary school classroom, the schoolyards cannot be entered when it rains, and for many children of the fishing families, transportation to school is unfortunately unaffordable. Swiss Barakah Charity builds schools and renovates classes in this region. Beautiful, with walls painted a sunny yellow, with wooden school desks and windows looking out into the distance. Not only functional, but also visionary – for free, creative and happy childhoods. Swiss Barakah Charity also awards educational scholarships to pupils and students. The financial support relieves families of the costs of school transportation and school materials. SBC sews school uniforms and school bags in local tailoring workshops and provides pupils with bicycles for the journey to school. For Swiss Barakah Charity, education is an important investment in a better future that opens up opportunities and counteracts social inequality and poverty. “Be diligent, grow up and become strong so that you can later be the ones who change the world for the better and support others in the same way,” says SBC CEO Mohamad Ajami at the opening of the schools and the scholarship awards. The pupils continue to need classrooms, playgrounds, schoolyards that do not turn into impassable mud when it rains and educational scholarships that enable them to participate in the education system and have a better future. “You can change the world with your own two hands”. We firmly believe in this and want to give it a boost with your help. Let’s turn two into four. Let’s lend two helping hands so that the children there already have a better life now and can change the world with their own two hands in the long term. Donate for Sri Lanka (link here) Thank you for your support!

New partnership strengthens aid in the Middle East New partnership strengthens aid in the Middle East New partnership strengthens aid in the Middle East: Swiss Barakah Charity and Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO) join forces Swiss Barakah Charity and the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO) have formed a strategic partnership to make humanitarian aid in Jordan and the region more sustainable. The collaboration enables more direct assistance on the ground and better coordination in relief projects. Swiss Barakah Charity has already been working successfully with the Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO) for some time. In March 2025, they jointly delivered 10 trucks with urgently needed relief supplies to Gaza: Swiss Barakah Charity provided the aid goods, while JHCO ensured safe access to the hard-to-reach area. The partnership has now been officially consolidated for future joint projects – a step that strengthens and professionalizes our humanitarian work in the Middle East. JHCO is a state-recognized aid organization based in Amman, Jordan. Founded in 1990, it coordinates humanitarian missions at home and abroad on behalf of the Jordanian government. Thanks to its long-standing experience and extensive local network, JHCO is a key player in regional emergency relief, particularly in supporting refugees from Syria, Palestine, and Iraq. “The institutionalization of this partnership is an important step for our work,” says Mohamad Ajami, CEO of Swiss Barakah Charity. “Through cooperation with JHCO, we can make our aid even more targeted and sustainable. Local partners understand the needs on the ground best.” The cooperation covers various areas of humanitarian aid: from supporting refugees to educational projects to emergency relief in crisis areas. Both organizations share the conviction that aid must be provided regardless of religion, origin, or political orientation. “We are looking forward to this partnership,” said a JHCO spokesperson. “Swiss Barakah Charity brings not only financial resources, but also a fresh perspective and innovative approaches to humanitarian work.”  

The vital importance of your Zakat What is Zakat? Zakat is one of the fundamental pillars of Islam and represents an important act of spiritual devotion. This Arabic term means “purification” and implies donating a portion of one’s wealth to help those most in need. An Act of Charity and Devotion Zakat is considered a form of charity and is one of the noblest gestures a Muslim can make. By supporting the most vulnerable, Zakat offers a unique opportunity to cultivate compassion, generosity, and solidarity while also helping to purify the heart. Zakat is not only a religious obligation for Muslims, but also an essential means of promoting social justice and equality. Its Impact on Society Through regular donations, Muslims can help reduce poverty and injustice in the world, improving the lives of the most vulnerable. Zakat strengthens community bonds and encourages a more just and compassionate society. The Spiritual Meaning Beyond its social significance, Zakat also holds deep spiritual value. By giving to those in need, Muslims express their gratitude to Allah, strengthen their spiritual connection, and receive blessings and benefits. Zakat also serves as a means of purifying the heart, helping to free it from stinginess and selfishness. Through the regular practice of Zakat, Muslims can cultivate high spiritual values and contribute to building a better world for everyone. May Allah’s blessings be upon those who practice Zakat with sincerity and devotion.