Member Spotlight: Zahra Kassam « Best Buddies Team Maria

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So proud to know Zahra and her great work.

Member Spotlight: Zahra Kassam « Best Buddies 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.

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