We want to congratulate Amira Valliani, Richard Prevost, and Sulfyna Murji for not only successfully competing in the marathon, but also for raising over $61,000 for AKF USA projects in Africa and Asia!
The Boston Marathon: AKF Run Team
The Aga Khan Foundation U.S.A. was honored to be a partner charity for the 2014 Boston Marathon. The tragedy that occurred at the 2013 Boston Marathon spurred a wave of solidarity with the people of Boston and renewed public commitment to defusing the causes of extremism. Poverty and ignorance are key sources of instability, conflict, and even violence, in the world. As an organization inspired by Islamic principles of pluralism, compassion and human dignity, the Foundation works to strengthen the fabric of civil society, often in places where it has been torn by conflict. We work to end global poverty by focusing on the common good of all citizens, regardless of their gender, origin or religion. For us, running 26.2 miles through Boston’s streets is a chance to embody that commitment.
The three members of the AKF Run Team embody those values and inspire us every day with their dedication to both our work and their training.
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