Shih Cheng Yen's Blog, page 30

In Philippines, Tzu Chi Gives Water and Porridge to Rescued Villagers

In April 2022, Tropical Storm Megi had a deadly impact on the Philippines. In the central province of Leyte, the worst affected area, landslides devastated communities, wiped out houses, transformed the landscape, and left 42,000 people homeless.

In Distributions, Tzu Chi Volunteers Raise Funds for Mosque in Turkey

As it is Ramadan, the Tzu Chi Foundation in Turkey held charity distributions in the El Menahil International School on the morning of April 9. There were a total of 36 distributions over nine days, and nearly 8,000 Syrian families received benefit. And there were touching stories.

In Ecuador, Tzu Chi Volunteers Inspire Love for Displaced Ukrainians

On April 2, Tzu Chi volunteers distributed shop cards and blankets to displaced Ukrainians in Lublin, Poland. About 6,700 miles away, Tzu Chi volunteers in Portoviejo in Ecuador fund-raising for the Ukrainians. That day they raised a total of US$172.02. This was not much, but it represented sincere love from the donors.

In Taiwan, A Food Stand Couple Pool Every Little Love together to Help Displaced Ukrainians

Kindhearted Yang Weiyuan

“Please give with love by making a donation. No matter how much it is, you can help the displaced Ukrainians,” said Yang Weiyuan who runs a food stand with her husband in Zhongli, Taoyuan, encouraging their customers to drop their change into coin banks.

Why do they want to help the displaced Ukrainians?

Yang said: "I saw (the news about the Russian invasion of Ukraine) the other day that there was an 11-year-old boy, he just went by himself with the phone numbers of his relatives and friends written on his hand. I don't know if he could walk so far by himself like this. You think about the fear and helplessness in his heart. It's really sad to see him."

Spread the power of love

With hearts full of love, the couple came up with a fundraising idea, and hoped to inspire everyone’s love and pool everyone's contributions together no matter how tiny the amount was because even a penny was helpful.

Tzu Chi volunteers in Zhongli also put effort to promote it by calling on more people to order desserts from Yang and then the power of love spread like this.

Similarly, Tzu Chi volunteers all over Taiwan have held many fundraiser activities for helping the displaced Ukrainians since the Russian invasion occurred.

Bamboo bank spirit

Back to 56 years ago, when Tzu Chi was founded, volunteers were encouraged to save 50 NT cents (about 0.01 US cent) daily so bits of money could be pooled together to help the needy.

Over half a century, Tzu Chi volunteers have been saving that to help the needy. Until today they still practice Tzu Chi bamboo bank spirit.

When we all give of ourselves gratefully without asking for anything in return, the world will become most beautiful.

Every day, we can give rise to sincere piety and love, and then put into action. When we harbor the hearts of compassion, naturally the world can be in peace and harmonious. A beautiful life depends on how we interact with one another. Nothing is more beautiful than people’s unity, harmony, and mutual love.

 

Video of Yang Weiyuan:

(1051) 蔬菜盒飄麵香 攤商義賣援助烏克蘭 - YouTube

 

Tzu Chi Issues Gift Cards to Help Displaced Ukrainians Survive Harsh Winter in Poland

The Tzu Chi volunteers in Germany were reluctant to stop for a moment. They knew that the snow was falling, and the displaced Ukrainians in Poland were looking forward to their arrival and bringing more daily necessities to help them survive the suffering caused by the Russian invasion.

Tzu Chi Issues Shop Cards to Help Displaced Ukrainians Survive Harsh Winter in Poland

The Tzu Chi volunteers in Germany were reluctant to stop for a moment. They knew that the snow was falling, and the displaced Ukrainians in Poland were looking forward to their arrival and bringing more daily necessities to help them survive the suffering caused by the Russian invasion.

El Menahil International School Becomes Chinese Qualified Test Center in Turkey

In Taiwan, people inherit the mainstream culture of China. To help more foreigners understand China’s rich culture, people in Taiwan have developed and promoted Chinese proficiency tests to help foreigners evaluate their fluency in Chinese. Similar to English tests like TOEFL and TOEIC, TOCFL helps foreigners increase their competitiveness in society and work.

NGO CSW 66 Forum Parallel Events

Dear friends,
Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation invites you to attend two virtual parallel events in participation of NGO CSW 66!

Session 1
Women of Faith: Leading the Path to Climate Neutrality
Date: March 23, 2022
Time: 4:00 PM EST | 1:00 PM PST | 4:00 AM GMT+8

This session explores, through a showcase of examples and stories, how religion inspires women to take charge in climate action. Opening Remarks: Venerable Dharma Master Shih De Cheng Panelists:

 

Debra Boudreaux, CEO, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation USA
Dr. Karen Leslie Hernandez, Programme Officer Partnerships and Interreligious Education, Religions for Peace
Dr. Neha Pathak, M.D., Bhumi Global
Kehkashan Bee Khan, Head of Civil Society Advocacy Partnerships, UNICEF HQ

 

Session 2
Women at the Center of Sustainable and Resilient Food System

Date: March 24, 2022

Time: 8:00 AM EST | 5:00 AM PST | 8:00 PM GMT+8

Our food systems are unsustainable, leading to environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, and the unhealthy lifestyles of ordinary citizens. This session discusses how women transform our food systems for the better by promoting healthy and sustainable diets at home.
Panelists:

 

Dr. Christina Tirado, Lead Author of IPCC AR6 WGII; Director of Climate Initiatives, Sustainability Health and Education (SHE) Foundation
Dr. Elizabeth Kimani. Senior Research Scientist, African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
Caroline Wimberly, Founder, Food@COP
Hlengisile Jiyane, Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation in Zimbabwe

 

 

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Tzu Chi CSW66 YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/tccsw66

 

 

Tzu Chi Volunteers in Brisbane Help Clean Up Flood Aftermath

In only one week, the eastern part of Australia had received its average annual rainfall in just one week due to torrential rains. They claimed the lives of 17 people, with Queensland the hardest-hit area.

Tzu Chi Holds Charity Distribution in Istanbul School

On February 19, Tzu Chi Turkey started a 10-day charitable distribution at El Menahil International School in Sultangazi City, Istanbul, Turkey. The beneficiaries were more than 7,650 families, including destitute households, working students, college students, and families who could not pay for fuel in winter. A total of 841 volunteers gave their time to hold the distribution. This time canned food was specially included in the items, so that recipients can reuse the can as a coin bank after they finish the food.