WASHINGTON - Marylandian -- Statement of Support for our Black Community.

It has been a painful week of reckoning, reflection, and learning for many of us.

The continuous civil unrest around the nation has given us pause to listen and be part of the

change that uplifts, supports and safeguards our Black communities.

The brutal death of George Floyd at the hands of four Minneapolis police officers has been

profoundly saddening and painful. It was just one in a long line of violent acts committed

against innocent Black men and women in our nation.

Humanity First USA unequivocally stands with our Black brothers and sisters and rejects the

hatred, persistent racial injustice, discrimination, and violence the Black community has experienced

for generations.

Since its inception, part of Humanity First's mission has always been to uplift and protect

people from suffering. Humanity First USA is dedicated to serving humanity and safeguarding

human life and dignity, to promote peace and understanding based upon mutual tolerance

and respect.

Munum Naeem, the President and Executive Director for Humanity First USA, in support

stated: "We must work together and stand together to build a society that affords Black people the

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same dignity, protection, and rights that so many others take for granted. Humanity First

USA is fully committed and dedicated to ensuring this future and stands in solidarity with

Black Americans across this country." Now more than ever, Humanity First USA is committed to serving humanity for social justice

and peace.

ABOUT HUMANITY FIRST

Humanity First USA is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization that has served in human development

areas and disaster crises across America and internationally since 2004. Humanity First has

responded to many disasters, including the famine in North East Africa, Japan Tsunami, Haiti Earthquake,

Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Sandy, Pakistan Floods, Tornadoes in Moore, Oklahoma, and

Texas. In the post-disaster phase, Humanity First engaged in community development projects to build

local infrastructure and alleviate poverty in these areas.

Humanity First is a non-political, non-sectarian international relief and development agency that works

with communities around the globe to improve the quality of life for some of the world's underserved

and vulnerable individuals. For further information please visit our website:  www.usa.humanityfirst.org