Name: Zahra Kassam, Age: 37, From: Palo Alto, California, Occupation: Education & Youth Development
Why did you join TEAM MARIA?
I joined Team Maria, along with ten other I-CERV volunteers (Ismaili Community Engaged in Responsible Volunteering). We wanted to be part of a team of people who are passionate about making a difference in our communities, schools, and workplaces – and, we wanted to be part of an organization that shares the Muslim ethics of compassion and sharing.
Why is the Best Buddies program, and its mission, so important?
In these tough economic times, it’s more important than ever to support organizations like Best Buddies. Best Buddies is one of the few organizations in the field that directly affects the lives of individuals living with developmental and intellectual disabilities – and does so at scale, around the world. Moreover, the Best Buddies program supports meaningful service learning and civic engagement for thousands of young people – providing youth with hands-on opportunities to give back.
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