A group of young Muslims from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA) kicked off the new year by continuing their annual tradition of giving back to the community through a street cleaning initiative.
The event brought together volunteers and residents from across Oxfordshire, united by a common goal of beautifying their local environment.
This year’s effort saw more than 20 volunteers gather to collect litter from Cowley Road and nearby areas, resulting in the removal of eight bags of rubbish.
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Kaleem Ahmed, the local youth leader for Oxford, expressed his pride in the team’s dedication, saying:
“Cleanliness is a fundamental part of our faith, and initiatives like these allow us to live our values while supporting the community. Watching our youth and neighbors come together early on New Year’s morning to make a difference is truly heartwarming. Even a small effort can lead to a big impact.”
The street cleaning initiative is just one of many community service projects led by the AMYA as part of their broader Mercy4Mankind campaign.
Throughout the year, the organisation undertakes various charitable efforts, including tree planting, fundraising for charitable causes, blood donation drives, and food distribution. Over the past two years, the group has made remarkable contributions, including raising over £750,000 for British charities, donating 34 tonnes of food to food banks, providing 4.6 million meals, and dedicating more than 57,000 volunteer hours to community service.
This act of service on New Year’s Day exemplifies their ongoing commitment to creating a positive impact and fostering unity within the community.