Every year on August 19th, World Humanitarian Day is held. It's a time to celebrate those who dedicate their time to helping others, to reflect on the meaning of humanitarianism and to focus on organisations working tirelessly to make a difference.
A humanitarian is someone who acts to support people in need—regardless of race, religion, gender, or background. At Greengate Trust, we proudly uphold these values. Our doors are open to all, and our mission is rooted in inclusivity, service, and community empowerment.
This year’s theme, “Strengthening Global Solidarity and Empowering Local Communities,” resonates with Greengate Trusts projects.
In honour of this theme, we’re shining a light on two of our incredible fundraisers - Ismail Hussain and Hassan Ali.
We have taken this opportunity to share with you what being a humanitarian means to our two fundraisers.
Ismail Hussain
1. Introduction
Currently, I work with Greengate Trust, where I’m involved in running humanitarian campaigns, coordinating aid efforts, and traveling to ensure our work reaches vulnerable communities across the globe. My passion lies in creating sustainable change, especially for the youth, and making sure that the support we provide is meaningful inclusive, and far-reaching.
2. What does being a humanitarian mean to you?
To me, being an humanitarian aid worker is important. It allows me to use the following I have, to create a platform to raise awareness for those in need.
3. What has been your most meaningful involvement in strengthening global solidarity?
To me, my most recent deployment to Pakistan, where I got to see first-hand the work Greengate Trust are doing through our projects. Pakistan is my roots and being able to visit myself and see the impact my fundraising has had on the country was a great experience.
4. Most has been your most meaningful involvement in empowering local communities?
Being involved with last years Winter Outreach Programme. Giving back to the homeless with parcels and I'm looking forward to including my hometown of Bradford this year.
5. What are some upcoming projects you have, which you are excited about?
My Ben Nevis Challenge on the 13th of September, after having completed Snowdon earlier in the year. And our upcoming events.
Hassan Ali
1. Introduction
I am a 27-year-old dedicated humanitarian with several years of hands-on experience supporting communities both in the UK and internationally. Since my teenage years, I have been actively involved in delivering impactful youth initiatives, organising community events, and leading projects that empower and uplift those in need.
2. What does being a humanitarian mean to you?
I want to share my compassion, empathy and understanding in everything I do. Greengate Trust's projects have allowed me to do that. I have always been involved in youth work and I want to ensure I am a role model to those who look up to me.
3. What has been your most meaningful involvement in strengthening global solidarity?
Being able to work in war-torn countries is what has been most meaningful to me. To be a direct link to sharing essential aid to those effected.
4. Most has been your most meaningful involvement in empowering local communities?
Our recent youth projects. Empowering the local community around us, through volunteering opportunities, I've been able to offer young people new skills and benefit the community as a whole.
5. What are some upcoming projects you have, which you are excited about?
We have some exciting events upcoming, as well as out Winter deployment project, which I will be leading.
