Qurbani

Qurbani means ‘sacrifice’. Every year, during the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah, Muslims around the world slaughter an animal – a goat, sheep, cow or camel – to reflect Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son, Ismail, for the sake of God. At least one third of the meat from the animal must go to poor or vulnerable people.

IRSA adopts high quality standards – including health, weight (meat yielded) and age – when selecting sacrificial animals, in order to provide the best possible Qurbani offerings. We make every effort to reach some of the most vulnerable communities, often located in particularly remote areas that have been impacted by the effects of climate change and other disasters. By collaborating with local suppliers to facilitate Qurbani, our initiatives also support local economies.