As part of the efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to assist homeless Afghan youths in Saudi cities, particularly Jeddah, the Riyadh-based World Assembly of Muslim Youth (WAMY) and various other charities have initiated special programs to sponsor the youths after they return to their country. The programs will commence on 17 October 2003.
Dr Abdulwahab Noorwali, the Assistant Secretary of WAMY, explained that WAMY’s office in Jeddah, the International Islamic Relief Organization (IIRO) and Al-Bir Charitable Association, in cooperation with the relevant authorities, have agreed to resolve this problem by providing shelter and temporary accommodation to these homeless children in the Kingdom, pending their return to Afghanistan where they will be accommodated in WAMY orphanages.
He said that the three Saudi charities would continue to cater for these children in their country, and would search for their parents and sponsors to reunite them. Children who cannot be reunited with relatives or sponsors will continue to reside in WAMY orphanages, and will enjoy all services provided to orphans, including an annual grant, free education, and medical treatment.
Source: SPA
22% of population using improved drinking-water sources, 2006 total
37% of population using improved drinking-water sources, 2006 urban
17% of population using improved drinking-water sources, 2006 rural
39% of under-fives (2003–2008*) suffering from: underweight (NCHS/WHO) moderate & severe
33% of under-fives (2003–2008*) suffering from: underweight (WHO) moderate & severe
12% of under-fives (2003–2008*) suffering from: underweight (WHO) severe
Photography by Donald Watkins
