Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami

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Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami
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Personal life
Born1 February 1977
Karachi, Pakistan
NationalityBritish
Home town Birmingham
EducationDars-i-Nizami, BBA Business, MBA Business
Known forHead of FGRF UK
Other namesSyed Fuzail Raza Attari
OccupationHead of Faizan Global Relief Foundation UK
Religious life
Religion Islam
Denomination Sunni
Institute Dawat-e-Islami
Jurisprudence Hanafi
Tariqa Qadiri
Creed Maturidi
Movement Barelvi
Muslim leader
Based in Birmingham
Website https://www.syedfaisalsami.com

Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami also known as Syed Fuzail Raza Attari [1] (born 1 February 1977) is a British-Pakistani humanitarian known for his contributions to social welfare and disaster relief. [2] [3] [4] He has served as the Head of Dawat-e-Islami for Wales and Midlands, and currently Heads Faizan Global Relief Foundation, United Kingdom.

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Early life and education

Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami was born in Karachi, Pakistan. [2]

Career

Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami is the head of Faizan Global Relief Foundation, United Kingdom. [5]

Humanitarian Contributions

COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami launched food banks and well-being call centers while facilitating an emergency morgue in Birmingham. [6] Morocco 2023 Earthquake

More than 2,900 people were killed after a huge earthquake hit Morocco, further injuring 5,900 people and affecting over 300,000 people in Marrakesh and its outskirts. [7] Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami along with Birmingham-based aid workers from Faizan Global Relief Foundation made their way to Morocco to help with aid and support for the victims. [8]

Whilst there, Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami and his team distributed tents, food, blankets and medical aid to devastated villagers. [9] Gaza, Palestine

Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami along with volunteers from Faizan Global Relief Foundation sent container-loads of aid to Gaza, from Turkey, which has helped and fed approximately 41,000 people. [10]

An additional shipment of aid, coordinated by Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami, was sent from Jordan, containing 24,000 kilograms of flour, 650 ration boxes and vital supplies. [11]

Tree-Plantation

Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami has been involved in tree-planting campaigns to combat climate change and improve local environments, resulting in the planting of thousands of trees with volunteers of Faizan-e-Madina Mosque. [12] Social Issues

Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami has spent years campaigning and raising awareness about knife crime, county lines, drugs, nitrous oxide, fly-tipping, speeding and other social issues. [13]

Awards and recognition

Sami’s humanitarian efforts have been recognised by international media, including coverage by the BBC [2] and Pakistani news outlets. [1] [20] His work on earthquake relief in Morocco [21] as well as welfare initiatives in Gaza, [3] has been featured.

Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami was named one of the top ten Muslim news-makers of 2024 following his receipt of the British Citizen Award for his contributions to community service and humanitarian efforts. [22]

References

  1. 1 2 "Dawat-e-Islami's prominent volunteer in UK receives prestigious BCA Award". 26 July 2024. Retrieved 25 January 2025.
  2. 1 2 3 "Dedicated Birmingham volunteer honoured for charity work". BBC News. 26 July 2024. Retrieved 23 January 2025.
  3. 1 2 "Birmingham-based aid worker warns of worsening conditions in Gaza". BBC News. 5 December 2023. Retrieved 23 January 2025.
  4. Anjum, Husna (26 July 2024). "Birmingham campaigner told 'you saved our kids' after spotting issue on streets". Birmingham Live. Retrieved 23 January 2025.
  5. "Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami honoured with UK Volunteer of the Year Award 2024". BirminghamWorld. 19 October 2024. Retrieved 24 January 2025.
  6. "Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami - High Sheriff West Midlands". 17 December 2024. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
  7. "Earthquake | Definition, Causes, Effects, & Facts | Britannica". www.britannica.com. 2 February 2025. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
  8. "Birmingham aid workers head to Morocco earthquake scene". 10 September 2023. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
  9. Anjum, Husna (18 September 2023). ""I lost my wife and my five children"". Birmingham Live. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
  10. "Birmingham-based aid worker warns of worsening conditions in Gaza". BBC News. 5 December 2023. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
  11. "Birmingham aid workers arrive in Jordan to coordinate aid containers for Gaza". BirminghamWorld. 22 January 2025. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
  12. Vasta, Anisah (25 March 2022). "Mosque and school plant over 1,000 trees in city park". Birmingham Live. Retrieved 23 January 2025.
  13. Anjum, Husna (13 March 2024). "Muslim charity launches chilling video about County Lines epidemic". Birmingham Live. Retrieved 3 February 2025.
  14. Morris, Andrew (14 June 2023). "Volunteer who dedicates his life to tackling knife crime honoured by PCC". West Midlands Police & Crime Commissioner. Retrieved 25 January 2025.
  15. "Birmingham resident honoured with British Citizen Award". InYourArea.co.uk. Retrieved 23 January 2025.
  16. "Charity Today Awards 2024: Winners Announced!". 22 October 2024. Retrieved 25 January 2025.
  17. "Syed Muhammad Faisal Sami - High Sheriff West Midlands". 17 December 2024. Retrieved 25 January 2025.
  18. "Birmingham Awards 2024: Winners Announced – Birmingham Awards". www.birminghamawards.co.uk. Retrieved 25 January 2025.
  19. "2024 West Midlands Winners Announced – The Great British Care Awards" . Retrieved 25 January 2025.
  20. "British Pakistani receives top citizen award at UK Parliament". Archived from the original on 8 September 2024. Retrieved 23 January 2025.
  21. "Birmingham aid workers head to Morocco earthquake scene". BBC News. 10 September 2023. Retrieved 23 January 2025.
  22. "Resilience & Inspiration: Top Muslim Newsmakers of 2024". About Islam. 31 December 2024. Retrieved 1 February 2025.