Some of you will be aware that I have now returned from my 4000 mile drive to Gaza. The mission was successful and all objectives were reached. Twenty five tons of medical aid was given to the hospital for the people of Gaza. Alongside a jeep to an orphanage, an ambulance to the hospital, three vans to the universities, and three trucks to the hospital stores for distribution of the medical aid. A barrel of cash was also distributed to the needy. I saw first hand, and meticulously logged the findings. Mission Accomplished…. and all praise is to Allah SWT.

I have organised an event to preserve and save lives at Glasgow Central Mosque on Friday 17th April from 1.30pm- 6.00 pm (New Community Hall)

The aim it to acquire blood, from prospective donors, in turn this will preserve and also save lives. This is a community and interfaith event; so do please bring your friends and family along. Individuals of faith and perhaps no faith, all sharing a common objective, to save lives, on the grounds of humanity, and compassion.

When my only son Adam was born, he was in hospital for almost a year. Adam endured a stream of operations at Yorkhill children hospital. I have first hand experience of what parents endure and go through. Nevertheless even prior to his birth, I was an irregular donor and always gave when it was "convenient".

This is probably why I felt compelled to put time, money and energy into organising giving blood "convenient", and perhaps even making the event a biannually event. A great deal of thought has been put into the venue, location, time, date etc so as to make the outcome successful. Even separate areas /zones have been allocated for the sisters, so as they can participate and share in the blessings. (Equal opportunities)

Considering the circumstances, you now have the opportunity to save a life. Who knows which new born baby, toddler or child will next desperately need blood; and it could be your life blood, which saves his /her life. Grasp this opportunity, it will feel awesome; I guarantee it. Furthermore, “and whosoever saves the life of one, it shall be as if he had saved the life of mankind” (Quran5:32)

Glasgow Central Mosque have carried out their part, NHS Scotland alongside (SNBTS) Scottish National Blood Transfusion are working their tasks professionally. I have played my role to the best of my ability. All that is now really required is not your money or expertise; it’s your blood, and you have a plentiful supply of it.

In the meantime, I look forward to seeing you on the afternoon of Friday the 17th April, ready to part with a tiny portion of your gravy.

Always at your service with heart and passion,

Rizy Mohammed