Due to decades of war, conflict and instability, 1 in 5 people in Iraq live in poverty, with orphaned children often being impacted the most. The global pandemic has escalated the mental trauma the children are already facing, coupled with their dire financial circumstances.

The lack of access to basic services could have a lasting detrimental impact on their lives. These children's future is at stake. This month of Ramadhan, Al-Ayn will focus its efforts in helping rebuild the lives of orphaned children and youth across Iraq by providing access to mental health services as well as vocational training opportunities through the Luminous Stars Centres.

I will aim to push myself and complete 100k throughout the month whilst fasting. 

Let's do this!