Personal Challenge

Fasting for World Refugee Day

Danae Zachari is participating in MSRI WORLD REFUGEE DAY CHALLENGE 2016
and is fundraising for Malaysian Social Research Institute

My Story

On June 6th I began fasting (no water or food) for 12 hours during the day, like most of my colleagues and members of my host community. It’s currently the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, during which more than 1.5 billion people are celebrating around the world. I am fasting to raise funds for MSRI, where I’m currently interning, to support the many essential services they offer to refugees and asylum seekers.            

The reality that many in this world have inadequate access to water and nutritious food is motivating me to challenge myself. As a result of my positionality in this world of systemic inequality, the likelihood that I will ever experience real hunger or thirst is slim. I often, however, complain that I am hungry or thirsty but my livelihood and health are never at risk. I take my easy access to water and food for granted while many are struggling for these two basic human needs and rights.  

All the funds raised go directly to MSRI to support their valuable work and services they offer. Please support this cause. Any contribution would go a long way.    

One of my favourite local meals (see picture above) is Roti Canai which costs ~$1.00. Even a dollar would help. Please Donate today! You can also choose your own challenge to raise funds for MSRI and World Refugee Day.
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Recent Donors

  • Anonymous

    I just wanted to support you during this campaign as I know it must have been hard coming to KL and suddenly observing fasting month but just the thought and the effort that went into this is something I truly admire. Thank you and keep up the great work :)

    MYR 30 07/04/2016 02:18:36 PM UTC

  • Ioanna Koutava

    MYR 315 06/26/2016 05:42:02 PM UTC

  • Kathryn Spracklin

    MYR 25 06/25/2016 04:52:36 PM UTC

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    MYR 50 06/23/2016 05:06:40 AM UTC

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