'Day Of Dignity' For Homeless, Low-Income In Newark

Newark NJ

18 November, 2021

3:02 PM

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NEWARK, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of Islamic Relief USA. Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site. Islamic Relief USA will hold its annual "Day of Dignity" campaign in major cities throughout the country, including one in Newark with partner, NIA Masjid & Community Center. The Day of Dignity campaign consists of a series of events held around the nation to help get people who are homeless or from low-income households, among other sociological conditions, access to such essential items as hot meals, winter coats, hygiene kits, dental and eye exams, and school supplies. In Newark, the event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Saturday, Nov. 20, at Lincoln Park. "Islamic Relief has held the Day of Dignity event for several years," said Sharif Aly, chief executive officer of Islamic Relief USA. "The events enable people who are in some of the difficult and stressful circumstances to get access to necessary items and services. Poverty and homelessness, unfortunately, remain major problems. Day of Dignity events provide essential services and access. In addition to receiving food, clothing and health care, they also learn about the different agencies and other entities which they can connect with and continue receiving the guidance and resources necessary to help them get on a path of self-sufficiency." The events put a spotlight on the effects of poverty, which remains a persistent problem in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, close to 39 million people suffer from poverty as of 2018. Recently, the administration has proposed measures to cut the number of recipients for such programs as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Day of Dignity helps provide, at least for a day, relief from the regular hardships that are faced by an impoverished population, regardless of race, creed, or nationality. Don't forget to visit the Patch Newark Facebook page. Send local news tips and correction requests to [email protected]. Sign up for Patch email newsletters.