The world of Tzu Chi August 2020 (Vol.125)

pecial Feature Asia and Oceania Cluster infections of Covid-19 occurred in Zamboanga after the pandemic broke out around the world. Tzu Chi volunteers provided aid, including medical masks and infrared thermometers, to more than 50 local hospitals to help fight the infection in the area. With the help of some Muslim students, volunteers also transported rice to outlying islands for distribution to the needy there. As of early June, Tzu Chi had distributed rice to more than 100,000 families in the Philippines. [Photograph courtesy of Yang Wei-shun] Zamboanga, the Philippines Covid-19 has impacted the entire world in an unprecedented manner. Frontline medical workers are among those exposed to the greatest risks, while lockdown and stay-at-home mandates have threatened the livelihoods of the poor and underserved. During this time, Tzu Chi has overcome many challenges to provide aid and help lessen the impact of the pandemic. Let Love Travel During Covid-19 By Ye Zi-hao Translated by Wu Hsiao-ting with modifications by Choo Suet Fun Adapted from Taiwan Tzu Chi Bimonthly (July 2020) 2020 • 08 26