Hello Friends/Family/Colleagues

The 22nd March 2023 marked the beginning of Ramadan, the holiest month recognised by Muslims all around the world. As part of this, I will be fasting for roughly 14hrs each day for a period of 30 days (until 21st April). The fast begins from sunrise and ends at sunset, and during which I will be abstaining from food and drink (including water).

As well as fasting, Muslims will be spending a lot of time reflecting on their habits built over the previous years, making changes, actively trying to be kind and looking for ways to give back to the community. We will also be spending a lot of time praying and reading the holy Quran.

As with previous years, I am doing a fund raise for charity and this year I have chosen Human Appeal Ireland. They support humanitarian projects around the world focusing on providing food and shelter for those who don't know the when, where or what regarding their next meal.

https://humanappeal.ie/

I also know some of the members of this charity's branch in Ireland and have seen first hand the great work that they do. Whatever we can raise will go a long way and will likely be matched by Mercer through their Social Impact platform (I will apply once Ramadan is over).

Many thanks to all donors :) and feel free to reach out if you'd like to learn more about Ramadan or just to help me pass some time!!