The world of Tzu Chi Jan-Feb 2022 (Vol.139)

TZU CHI 139 21 Tzu Chi Flood Relief Action Helping in tangible ways S ince the start of 2022, volunteers have worked more than 2,000 shifts in the areas hit by flood, including Taman Sri Muda, Kampung Bukit Lancong, Taman Sri Nanding, Kampung Sri Aman, Dengkil, Jalan Raja Laut and Taman Hock Ann, to compile a register for over 10,000 affected families. Following that, Tzu Chi planned for 77 sessions of cash relief distribution for victims from 58 flood-stricken areas in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Pahang, starting from January 11. The cash relief programme should benefit at least 16,000 families, with each household receiving RM1,000. The distribution ceremonies held at SJK(C) Khe Beng in Klang and Dewan Kamunting in Taman Sri Muda, Shah Alam in mid-January, have benefitted 3,084 families. As the pandemic was still ongoing, the ceremonies at both venues were split into four sessions for proper crowd control. During these ceremonies, the pre- recorded Malay version of Tzu Chi’s song, “One Family”, sung by renowned Malaysian singer Dato Sri Siti Nurhaliza was played. It was a befitting rendition against a backdrop of emotional scenes where volunteers waded through the swelling waters to help flood victims, and offering them hot meals and cleaning up the houses. It was certainly one that surged a well of emotions and tears in the hearts of all.