Helping those suffering the unthinkable – starvation.
Famine has turned Somaliland into one of the worst humanitarian crises in modern history.
As a part of our ‘Year of Giving’ initiatives, 150,000 Salma food packets were distributed among the famine-affected people in Somaliland on 26th August 2017. Asterians played their part in the humanitarian effort by contributing money with the help of Al Hayat Islamic foundation.
Raising awareness on World Heart Day.
Heartfully yours“ was an event held in observance of World Heart Day, on September 29.
2000 Aster Volunteers joined hands ac
Exclusive event for government employees in Dubai.
Aster Volunteers partnered with the Department of Immigration, Dubai to conduct a 3-day Basic Life Support (BLS) training,
Abdul Shabad Hakeem volunteered for the medical camp and food distribution initiatives in Mankhool. Volunteering has been an interesting experience for him since he not only learned something new e
Having participated in various Covid-19 relief activities like food and gift distribution and responding to distress calls, Kishore Sudhakaran learned a lot about responsibility. It also gave him i
Sarfras Navas was involved with distributing of food kits and a blood donation camp in Rashidiya. He expressed satisfaction in lending helping hand and in turn, being a hero to someone in times of
The Covid-19 Ramadan initiatives were the focus of Sreehari Vidhyal’s volunteering endeavours. He expressed how working with Aster Volunteers was a satisfying and special experience.
By delivering food kits and verifying people at screening camps, Muhammed Rifas was able to build a sense of commitment and responsibility to society. This also makes him feel self-satisfied and ho
Shareef Kabeer had a great experience distributing food kits and volunteering during the Covid-19 crisis. He also felt the joy in giving and helping people around him.
From Al Karama, Dubai, Arifa Hassan was able to participate in a blood donation camp held by Aster Volunteers. During her time volunteering, she learned how better to coordinate with a team of peop
This coordinator from Sharjah volunteered for distributing food kits to people nearby. He enjoyed the experience of volunteering and the joy of helping others.
Being present at the Covid-19 screening camps and distributing food kits as well, Sunanda Jayakumar is undoubtedly a brave volunteer. She was able to help several people in Burdubai and learned how
Even though Rahees Adamkutty is new to volunteering, he was able to help in Aster Volunteers’ Covid-19 Ramadan relief initiatives and provide tele counselling services as well. He helped many
From collecting blood samples to distributing food, Abdul Muthalib Arayalan has been an indispensable member of the community during the pandemic. He has been able to change many lives with his tir
A senior marketing and business development executive by profession, Azza believes in the ancient wisdom of the proverb “A selfless act is an eternal act”. She has been an Aster Volunte
Azif Abdul Rahman has been volunteering with Aster for over 3 years. An internal audit professional, he made a conscious decision to spend less time on Facebook and YouTube and instead dedicate his
Ebtsam is an insurance clerk who has been volunteering for 1 year with Aster. It has helped her discover the unconditional joy a few small actions from her can bring out in the life of others. To h
There is no greater privilege than being able to help someone in need, says Abhijit Gavali. A doctor by profession, he began working at an Aster Adhar Hospital in Kolhapur and has participated in v
Manjushree is a clinical counsellor and academic coordinator. When she began getting actively involved with Aster Volunteers activities, she discovered the potential of contributing to her communit
Ayesha has been a part of Aster Volunteer initiatives since 2013. She works in an administerial position as a manager and her involvement with Aster Volunteers helps her deal with stress by giving
Meet Aishwarya Krishna, a student of psychology from Deakins University, Australia. She has volunteered for one event with Aster Volunteers, but was so inspired that she has resolved to keep giving
Manoj is a Learning & Development executive, who was inspired to take up volunteering by the promise of helping someone out selflessly and because he was curious about seeing life from the pers
Passion is at the heart of volunteering says student volunteer Darshan. It’s not about how you feel, rather about how you make others feel. He is one of our oldest members, offering his time
Poornima is a senior executive who has been following the various events conducted by Aster Volunteers closely and hoping that the platform would open up to external volunteers from outside of the
A fourth year student at Gulf Medical University, Nitha has always wanted to participate in volunteering events to serve the community. The opportunity to help those less fortunate than her has mad
Taking inspiration from the courage and dedication of Aster Volunteers, Rana decided to become one herself. She feels blessed for the privilege to help people around her who may be struggling.
A senior software developer working for Nokia Networks in Bangalore, Sagar has wholeheartedly participated in various initiatives with Aster Volunteers. From providing computer and English coaching
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