Shih Cheng Yen's Blog, page 14
March 5, 2023
Despite Numerous Challenges, Tzu Chi Conducts Seven Supply Distributions Across Two Provinces in Turkiye
Starting from February 25, Tzu Chi disaster relief held over four consecutive days seven distributions in two provinces severely affected by the recent earthquake -- Hatay and Gaziantep, in southern Turkiye. The first distribution took place at the Taiwan – Rey Hanle Global Citizenship Center in Hatay, where 1,552 people received gift cards, blankets, and scarves. Tzu Chi volunteers hoped to bring warmth to the victims during the cold winter.
Plant Love in Everyone’s Heart for the Peace of the World
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has lasted over a year. Tzu Chi cannot bear to see this. Master Cheng Yen called on everyone to harbor great love in their hearts toward all beings.
March 2, 2023
Generous Heart Leads Blessed Life
Why did Tzu Chi volunteer Gu Wen-xiang (顧文祥) transport a truckload of plastic bags from the Tzu Chi Huatan Recycling Station in Changhua to the recycling center in Changhua Coastal Industrial Park in southwest Taiwan for only US$15? Let us look at today's story.
March 1, 2023
Creating a Blueprint for Healthy Communities in Nepal
“Healthy Lumbini! Healthy People! Can we do it?” (Yes!) Dr. Ching Chen Hua（莊菀佳), Deputy CEO of Tzu Chi’s Kedah Branch, encouraged students in a workshop to work together to promote the health of the people in Lumbini. Kedah is in northwest Malaysia.
In Jordan, Tzu Chi Helps Syrian Earthquake Victims
Over twenty days have passed since the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria, and volunteers have successfully delivered materials full of love to Turkiye in batches. However, due to the turmoil of the political situation and other limiting factors, it is hard to provide external aid to Syrian disaster victims.
February 28, 2023
The Life and Legacy of a Volunteer Environmentalist
Whenever students visited an environmental protection station in Tainan in south Taiwan, Tzu Chi volunteer Li Qing-quan (李清泉) would explain to them recycling and sorting principles. After joining Tzu Chi, Li devoted himself to environmental protection and continued until his last breath.
February 25, 2023
Tzu Chi Collaborates with U.N. Organizations to Assist Disaster Victims in Hatay, Turkiye
On February 16, Tzu Chi's disaster relief team arrived in Hatay Province in the far south of Turkiye. After conducting a thorough evaluation, they quickly decided to establish a disaster response center in Hatay to assist the affected areas. In order to effectively help the victims, Tzu Chi promptly visited the United Nations Humanitarian Affairs Office and took part in an inter-organizational coordination meeting. In addition, the team visited other charitable organizations to explore more opportunities for collaboration and joint assistance.
February 23, 2023
Useful Materials Are All Treasures
We only have one earth and it is the responsibility of everyone to cherish and protect our planet. In accordance with this principle, Tzu Chi volunteers have taken the initiative to assist the Taipower Company in recycling a significant amount of discarded cardboard to contribute to preserving the environment.
February 22, 2023
Tzu Chi Visits MDM to Discuss Helping Earthquake Victims with Psychological Counseling
The downtown area of Antakya is a ruin, with cranes and large trucks constantly removing collapsed buildings. The air is filled with dust, and the air quality has deteriorated. Satellite images from the United Nations show a comparison of the city before and after the earthquake. In late August last year, it was full of lights at night – but, after the earthquake, it is almost entirely silent.
Ali – The Boy Who Grew Up in Tzu Chi
In 2022, Ali, a young Syrian refugee in Turkiye, said: “I want to be a Tzu Chi volunteer to give back to the society and become a benefactor in other people's lives.” In 2023, after the devastating earthquake in Türkiye and Syria, Ali realized his promise.
