EL HASSAN TRUST

Diversity and unity should not be incompatible. Whilst there are different cultures and civilizations in the world, all have contributed to universalism, and the values that we share today have a sound basis in many different traditions. However, we are currently facing extreme forms of polarization across the globe. The schisms are numerous and the inequities stark. Many of the issues and potential points of conflict are rooted in misconceptions and misunderstandings of 'the other', stereotyped representations and the marginalization that denies people their basic freedoms and right to human dignity.

Promoting religious and racial harmony, combating poverty and inequality, and making participation possible through education and development are the key aims of El Hassan Trust. We have to give future generations some constructive hope, as well as inspiration, that it is possible to build a better world. This moral imperative is centered on an ethic of human understanding. What is needed is a policy framework for human interaction and inter-existence - a universal ethic of human understanding. It begins with discerning in our diversity the potential for mutual enrichment and benefit.

Main Objectives

• To promote activities which will serve to improve understanding and religious and racial harmony, between Muslims and non-Muslims throughout the world.
• To provide financial assistance for education, health care and the alleviation of poverty.
• To actively encourage scientific research and work related to the development processes in Jordan and elsewhere.
• To disseminate research and advance education in cooperation with other similar institutions within the developing world and internationally.
• To help in the protection or conservation of the environment.
• To support other charitable purposes/organizations where appropriate.

El Hassan Trust is a UK registered Charity
(www.charity-commission.gov.uk , Charity number: 1096004)