Statement on Gaza Conflict
All life is sacred, and we uphold the right of every human to live in dignity, freedom, peace, and security. We oppose the violence and terrorizing of civilians on both sides. South Florida Muslims are gravely concerned about the unfolding crisis in Gaza, and the entire region. The year to date 2023 has been among the deadliest for Palestinians, with more than 250 Palestinians killed by Israelis prior to last week. The lack of progress towards addressing the root cause – the ongoing occupation and subjugation of the Palestinian people, has only led to suffering and misery.
Life in the Gaza Strip – one of the most densely populated places on earth –has been described as an open-air prison. We are concerned with the welfare and well-being of our brothers and sisters there. Our community has many members with family in the region, who are terrified as they don’t know what’s going to happen to their loved ones tomorrow. We are supporting efforts through our member organizations with field offices on the ground, to provide relief to the suffering families in Gaza. We ask everyone to also support, and we pray for an end to the suffering and a future in which all people can live in freedom and safety.
Relief efforts:
- Islamic Relief: org/sedonation
- Zakat Foundation of America: https://txt.so/jbntMp
Media Contact:
Samir Kakli, South Florida Muslim Federation President
(954) 610-9843
Shehryar Wahid, South Florida Muslim Federation Vice-President
(954) 605-2942
