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Hafezzi Charitable Society of Bangladesh
হাফেজ্জী চ্যারিটেবল সোসাইটি অব বাংলাদেশ
AbbreviationHCSB
Named afterMuhammadullah Hafezzi
Formation2015; 10 years ago (2015)
Founded atDhaka
TypeNonprofit, NGO
Legal statusCharitable organization
PurposeHumanitarian
Headquarters57/A, Road No 6, Mohammadia Housing Society, Mohammadpur, Dhaka
Location
Coordinates23°45′44″N 90°21′21″E / 23.7622822°N 90.3559493°E / 23.7622822; 90.3559493
President
Muhammad Mikail Karim
General Secretary
Ibrahim Khalil
Director General
Muhammad Raj
Executive Director
Amirul Islam
AffiliationsDeobandi movement
Websitehcsb.org.bd
Formerly called
Hafezzi Hujur (R.) Seba Songstha

Hafezzi Charitable Society of Bangladesh, abbreviated as HCSB, is a non-political, non-profit humanitarian organization based in Bangladesh, officially registered under the Department of Social Services in 2022. Initially established in 2015 as the 'Hafezzi Hujur (R.) Seba Songstha', it was founded in accordance with the principles of Islamic spiritual leader Muhammadullah Hafezzi and was later renamed in 2018 to its current title.[1] It has been recognized by the Bangladesh Election Commission as an official election observer for the term from 14 September 2023 to 13 September 2028.[2] The organization engages in a wide range of social welfare activities, including disaster relief, medical aid for the homeless, free health camps, winter clothing distribution, tube well installation, educational and vocational support for orphans, and the construction of mosques and madrasas. It also implements empowerment initiatives for marginalized groups such as androgynous individuals and disadvantaged women and provides assistance to minority and tribal communities, as well as organizing voluntary blood donation drives. Internationally, it has extended its humanitarian work to crisis-affected regions, including earthquake relief efforts in Turkey and aid operations in Gaza and refugee camps in Egypt during the Gaza war, during which some of its volunteers were reportedly killed.[3]

History

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The organization was originally founded in 2015 under the name 'Hafezzi Hujur (R.) Seba Songstha', inspired by the teachings and philosophy of Muhammadullah Hafezzi.[1] In 2018, it was renamed to its current title as part of the process of obtaining formal authorization.[1] On 13 September 2022, the organization received official government registration under registration number S-13879/2022.[4] The institution is led by religious scholars in Bangladesh, including the late Ataullah Hafezzi, Zafar Ahmad of Dhalkanagar, Mahfuzul Haque, Mamunul Haque, and Enayetullah Abbasi.[5]

Activities

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The organization is engaged in a broad range of humanitarian and social welfare initiatives that support underprivileged and marginalized communities.[6] Key focus areas include providing free medical treatment to abandoned and destitute individuals, organizing medical camps in remote areas, the new muslim welfare programme, and offering healthcare to those injured in sociopolitical movements.[7] It supports orphans by facilitating educational and vocational opportunities to promote self-reliance.[1] Other ongoing activities include the construction of mosques and madrasas, the distribution of relief supplies during natural disasters such as floods and cyclones, and the installation of deep tube wells to ensure access to safe drinking water. During Ramadan, the organization distributes daily iftar meals, along with Eid food packages and clothing. It also provides sacrificial meat during Eid al-Adha, delivers cooked meals to slum areas, and donates items such as sewing machines, auto-rickshaws, and livestock to help low-income families improve their livelihoods. Religious events and educational programs are organized to promote understanding of religious teachings, including monthly publications, quiz competitions, and spiritual development challenges, especially for women. The organization also implements empowerment initiatives for socially excluded groups and extends assistance to minority communities. Civic and voluntary engagements include election observation and blood donation campaigns.[1]

One of the organization's major initiatives is 'In Search of Paradise', a healthcare project aimed at treating abandoned and financially disadvantaged patients. As of November 2024, it has supported over 175 major medical procedures, including chemotherapy and kidney dialysis. Through this program's free medical camps, hundreds of thousands of individuals have received medical consultations and medications.[1] In June 2022, the organization provided relief to 500 Hindu families.[8] During the floods of 2023 and 2024, it assisted around 52,000 families.[1][9] Each winter, it distributes approximately 12,000 blankets.[1] Another initiative included the sacrifice of 30 animals in June 2024, with the meat distributed to around 1,200 families.[10] During the July Revolution, the organization provided food and water to more than 10,000 participants and spent approximately Tk1.5 million, along with offering medical treatment to the injured.[11] At the 58th Bishwa Ijtema, it established a large medical camp staffed by a 35-member medical team to provide continuous healthcare services.[12] In February 2025, a medical camp was held in Bandarban for underserved tribal communities, where around 500 families, including women and children, received free treatment and medicines.[13] Future plans include establishing permanent facilities such as a hospital, orphanage, elderly care home, patient shelter, and a technical education center on its own land.[1]

Gaza War

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See also: Humanitarian aid during the Gaza war

Since the onset of the Gaza war, it has been actively engaged in humanitarian relief operations.[14][15] With assistance from diplomatic representatives, the organization selected a volunteer group comprising students from Al-Azhar University, and under the leadership of Muhammad Qatada, head of a Palestinian aid organization, teams of Palestinian volunteers conducted relief efforts in Gaza, Khan Yunis, and Deir al-Balah.[16] On 19 November 2024, a six-member HCSB delegation visited Egypt and, on 21 November, met with Diab Al-Louh, the Ambassador of Palestine to Egypt.[17] During this mission, the organization coordinated with international aid agencies to support Gaza residents in Egyptian refugee camps and delivered humanitarian aid within Gaza and Khan Yunis. The assistance included medical services for both the wounded and general patients, the distribution of food and water, winter clothing, and financial support. Over two months, HCSB distributed approximately 80,000 liters of water, cooked meals, clothing, and cash through Palestinian volunteer teams in Khan Yunis and Deir al-Balah. In the heavily affected Mawasi Al-Qarara area of Gaza, vegetable packages were distributed to around 900 individuals residing in 87 tents,[18] and poultry worth approximately BDT 1 million was supplied to address malnutrition.[19][20] A subsequent HCSB team visited Egypt on 7 March 2025, during which iftar meals were provided daily throughout Ramadan in war-affected areas of Gaza, including food, drinking water, and infant supplies to hundreds of families. Approximately 2,000 people received cooked meals during Suhur and iftar each day, and clothing was distributed in preparation for Eid al-Fitr.[21]

Recognition

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According to a report by Daily Kalbela, the HCSB is noted as the only Bangladeshi organization consistently engaged in humanitarian activities in Palestine.[22] The organization has received a certificate of appreciation from Al-Azhar University in Egypt in recognition of its efforts.[16] In October 2024, HCSB officials Md. Mashiur Rahman and Muhammad Raj were awarded the International Peace Award 2024 for their contributions to medical, social, and humanitarian services during an International Day of Peace event at the Bangladesh Child Welfare Council auditorium, where M. Nazim Uddin Al Azad served as the chief guest.[23] On December 3, 2024, a special charity award was presented to Muhammad Raj by Samina Naz, Ambassador of the Bangladesh Embassy in Cairo, at a ceremony held at the Abbasiya Burj Al-Tatbikin Conference Hall in Egypt.[24] Subsequently, on December 10, 2024, Muhammad Raj received the Human Rights Excellence Award 2024 during an event organized by the Bangladesh Human Rights Monitoring Organization at the Kakrail IDEB Auditorium, with Nitai Roy Chowdhury present as the chief guest.[25] In March 2025, Diab Al-Louh, Ambassador of the Palestinian Embassy in Egypt, commended HCSB for its sustained humanitarian assistance in Gaza and among refugees in Egypt, noting that he had not witnessed any other Bangladeshi organization working as consistently in those areas.[26]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i Al Mahmud, Hassan (13 November 2024). "My Goal Is to Spread the Spirit of Humanitarian Work Across Borders". Desh Rupantor.
  2. ^ "Who Are the 66 Observer Groups Now Recognized by the EC?". Bdnews24.com. 28 January 2024.
  3. ^ "Two Bangladeshi Aid Workers Lose Seven family members in Gaza". Banglavision. 14 April 2025.
  4. ^ Hasan, Adiat (14 September 2022). "Registration Granted to Hafezzi Charitable Society of Bangladesh". Ourislam24.
  5. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Provides Hot Meals Amid Gaza Conflict". Banglavision. 28 March 2025.
  6. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Lends a Hand to the Helpless". Dhaka Mail. 25 April 2022.
  7. ^ Raju, Mosharraf Hossain (24 January 2024). ""Hafezzi Charitable Society of Bangladesh" is an unprecedented example of multifaceted service". The Finance Today.
  8. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Stands in Solidarity with Hindu Villages in Sylhet-Sunamganj". Ourislam24. 28 June 2022.
  9. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Assists Over 500 Families with Rehabilitation Support". Daily Naya Diganta. 10 September 2024. Archived from the original on 20 September 2024.
  10. ^ "Qurbani Brings Smiles to 1,200 Grateful Families". Jugantor. 20 June 2024.
  11. ^ Islam, Rafikul (12 August 2024). "HCSB stands by student protesters". Daily Sun. Archived from the original on 14 October 2024. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  12. ^ "Thousands Receive Free Medical Care from Hafezzi Charitable at Biswa Ijtema". Daily Sun. 1 February 2025.
  13. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Extends Medical Services to Tribal Populations in Need". Amar Desh. 17 February 2025.
  14. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Extends Relief Assistance to Palestinians". Dhaka Mail. 22 November 2024.
  15. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Stands with Palestinians Through Aid in Gaza". Daily Inqilab. 8 January 2025. Archived from the original on 22 March 2025. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  16. ^ a b "Hafezzi Charitable Society Delivers Market Aid to 800 Palestinians". Daily Kalbela. 25 January 2025.
  17. ^ Salahuddin (24 November 2024). "Hafezzi Charitable Society Delivers Aid to Palestinians from Egypt". Bangladesh Pratidin. Archived from the original on 22 March 2025. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  18. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Provides Food Support in Gaza Through Vegetable Distribution". Jugantor. 29 January 2025. Archived from the original on 10 February 2025. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  19. ^ "Tk 1 Million in Chicken Meat Distributed to Bangladeshis in Gaza to Fight Malnutrition". Somoy TV. 14 January 2025. Archived from the original on 14 January 2025. Retrieved 18 April 2025.
  20. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Supports Gaza's Struggle to End Malnutrition". Bangladesh Pratidin. 15 January 2025. Archived from the original on 22 March 2025. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  21. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable of Bangladesh Sends Daily Iftar to Thousands Affected by Gaza's Conflict". Somoy TV. 11 March 2025. Archived from the original on 14 March 2025. Retrieved 18 April 2025.
  22. ^ "Hafezzi Charitable Society Serves Daily Iftar to Thousands of Struggling Gazans". Daily Kalbela. 10 March 2025.
  23. ^ "Dr. Mashiur and Muhammad Raj Honored with International Peace Award". Jugantor. 1 October 2024. Archived from the original on 11 October 2024. Retrieved 17 April 2025.
  24. ^ "Muhammad Raj receives int'l award for humanitarian activities in Egypt". Daily Sun. 3 December 2024.
  25. ^ "Muhammad Raj Honored with International Human Rights Excellence Award 2024". Ourislam24. 12 December 2024.
  26. ^ "Palestinian ambassador in Egypt appreciates Hafezzi team for supporting refugees". Daily Sun. 12 March 2025.
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