On the occasion of World Cancer Day, the Junior Chamber International ( JCI)- Lattakia and the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (Latin Church in Lattakia) have launched “Peace Recital” as a kind of humanitarian initiative , the charity event’s proceeds that go back to “Farah” association to support children with cancer.
The charity concert was performed by the artist “Badia Hassan” with the band conducted by musician Gabi Sehyoni, at the Latin Church in Lattakia.
Chairman of the local board of directors of the JCI-Lattakia 2022 Muhammad Rahabi said in a statement to the Syriatimes e-newspaper: “ As the JCI seeks to promote the values of peace, community development and raise the level of collective culture, we launch Peace Recital to support the families of children with cancer.”
He added that the event meets the sustainable development goals within the United Nations Development Program, especially No. 16, which focuses on justice and peace projects, and No. 17, which aims to strengthen social partnerships, which was manifested in a fruitful partnership with the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (Latin) and the (Farah) Charitable Association.
In turn, Junior Makhoul, Deputy Chairman of the JCI-Lattakia local board of directors, told the Syriatimes that the charitable ceremony aims to highlight Syria’s civilization as well as the humanitarian aspect. He indicated that the event includes two phases : The first is a musical evening, and the second is communication with the families of children with cancer, to ensure that they benefit from the proceeds of the recital.
Makhoul emphasized that the event comes within the scope of the community in JCI, whose projects aim to develop the local community, enhance the spirit of cooperation and develop a sense of responsibility among members towards local social issues.
Interviewed by : Rawaa Ghanam