Press Release

South Asia Earthquake: One Year Later

Islamic Relief is committed to the people of Pakistan for the long haul. For many years, our strength has been working closely with local communities, allowing them to articulate their needs and play an active role in achieving them. Now, after the worst disaster they have ever known, the need to work together is greater than ever… More>>

South Asia earthquake: One Year On

One year after the disaster, the reconstruction effort has achieved a great deal but is far from over. More needs to be done, especially to protect 1.8 million people facing a second winter under inadequate shelter… More>>

Pakistan, One Year Later

The 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck on 8 October 2005, just as children, who make up more than half of the quake zone’s population, were starting their school day. Nearly 75,000 people were killed and millions displaced. Young people were hit hard… More>>

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