News
The Passing Away of Sayed Ali Al-Sadr
22/05/2018
It is with great sorrow that Sadr and Charafeddine Families announce the passing of Sayyed Ali Sadr (93), Imam Moussa Sadr’s older brother, on 22/05/2018.
The funeral will take place on 24/05/2018 in Qom, Iran.
Condolences are Monday May 28th at Imam Sadr Foundation in Tyre between 3 and 7 PM, Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st at Higher Education Association in Jnah, Beirut, between 3 and 7 PM.
The Imam Sadr Foundation (ISF) family in Lebanon and abroad offer their sincere condolences to the Charafeddine and Sadr families.
Annual Iftar for Women in Beirut
18/05/2018
Imam Sadr Foundation hosted a women’s Iftar at the Phoenicia Hotel – Beirut Friday evening on May 19th, 2018 in the presence of a large crowd.
Noor Basharoush presented the ceremony, which included artistic paragraphs, choir songs and a documentary about the Foundation. Mrs. Rabab Sadr welcomed the guests and called for more cooperation to face the critical stage. “In a time of adversity and hardship, the believer must create light and invent hope, and this is what God has done to us on more than one occasion. We have enough signs to follow what we have started with confidence and determination.” she said.
“That seed would not have grown deep in the soil without your attention, love and care and illumination for 55 years. I hope that you would know what your love and care lead to….” She added.
“Sincere thanks to everyone, for those who contributed money, organization or preparation.” She concluded.
Annual Iftar for Men in Beirut
17/05/2018
Imam Sadr Foundation launched its annual Month of Ramadan festivities with men’s Iftar at Phoenicia Hotel in Beirut Thursday evening on May 18th, 2018 in the presence of a crowd of prominent dignitaries, politicians and media professionals.
Mrs. Rabab Sadr welcomed guests and called for more cooperation to meet destitution and displacement requirements, which affect segments that are constantly expanding while resources are shrinking. She stressed the importance of engaging in affirmative action each from their position. She added: “We are in need for sweet patience, a lot of wisdom, tolerance and more tolerance.”
We have to live with a set back where we postponed some projects that require substantial financial investment; we have been keen to meet the basic medical and educational needs and food. We set aside our energy to smooth living conditions of those left at the edge of the country or at the edge of survival.”
In conclusion, she thanked all participants, and organizers. “Your presence among us provided us with the will to continue and determination to work,” she concluded.
Mr. Zahi Wahbi stood as M. C. reminiscing Imam Sadr’s stands: “The Imam of Resistance, Dialogue and Tolerance.” Then added: “The consolation in all this is that the path of resistance is still going, which has resulted in victory and liberation of the land. Imam’s educational and cultural path still bloom under the leadership of Mrs. Rabab Sadr.”
Then he touched on broad titles related to the role of Imam Sadr Foundation in social service and development. He pointed out that the Foundation Choir is a bridge between people of different faiths and affiliations.
The ceremony also included songs for the Foundation Choir, and Ramadan prayers.
Sadr Foundation Participates in the AUB-USJ NGO Fair 2018
23/04/2018
A delegation from Imam Sadr Foundation (ISF) attended the American University of Beirut and Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth NGO fair (AUB-USJ NGO fair 2018) to participate with over 100 NGOs in a-two-day-exhibition on April 23-24 at AUB and USJ campuses, where they raised awareness on civic issues and promoted ISF’s achievements such as “Papyrus”; the Art of Recycled Paper, and networked with other NGOs.
The attendees were from different academic institutions and members of the civil society who showed interest in Imam Sadr’s vision and the foundations’ achievements. Some were also interested in volunteering, and other NGOs suggested possible future collaboration ideas.
Below are some photos of the event with some recycled and upcycled products of Papyrus.
"Fondation Merieux" Delegation Visits Sadr Foundation
11/04/2018
A Fondation Merieux delegation visited Imam Sadr Foundation in Beirut. The delegation included President Alan Merrier, General Manager Benoit Mirepil, Director of Operations Pascal Venselot, and the Association representative in Lebanon Josette Carpenter. They were welcomed by Mrs. Rabab Sadr and the Director General of Imam Sadr Foundation, Mr. Nijad Charafeddine and Health Department Director Ms. Ghada Al-Zein.
The visit aimed at getting acquainted and discussing opportunities for cooperation between the two teams. The Merieux Foundation monitors and diagnoses infectious diseases and helps communities build the skills necessary to reduce the spread of epidemics.
Greeting Dr. Joseph Jabbra, President of LAU
06/04/2018
Mrs. Rabab Sadr, accompanied by Imam Sadr Foundation Director General Mr. Nijad Charafeddine, visited Dr. Joeseph Jabra, President of LAU in celebration of Easter and thanking him for participating in the charitable dinner organized by Sadr Foundation USA.
Dr. Jabra addressed the audience at that ceremony with a valuable speech in which he presented the uniqueness of the Foundation and the message that it carries, which reflected the vision of Imam Sadr and the perseverance of Mrs. Rabab Sadr in contributing to building a just and open society via series of initiatives and projects aimed at improving the situation of vulnerable groups, by empowering women to contribute to economic and social life and in determining options for the future. These goals and values combine the “Foundation” with the Lebanese American University, which seeks to spread knowledge and build skills and staff for all people and groups.
During this visit, education was discussed and opportunities for vulnerable groups to gain access to its right to quality education. Then Dr. Jabra received Imam Sadr Foundation shield as a token of appreciation and thanks.
