The world of Tzu Chi May-June 2022 (Vol.141)

2022 • 06 34 Translated by the Tzu Chi Translating Team Photos courtesy of Tzu Chi Taiwan Headquarters E ight-year-old Barras (pseudonym) was born with a growth on his neck. As he grew, the growth enlarged, affecting his daily life. In November 2021, he visited a free clinic organized by the Indonesian National Army and was referred to RSUD Manokwari, which later recommended him to seek treatment in Jakarta. Upon learning of his family’s plight, Tzu Chi Biak contacted Tzu Chi Jakarta to make the necessary arrangements before they embarked on the 3,000-km journey for treatment. The surgery was performed on March 22, which was near Barras’ birthday. Moved to see his recovery, his mother said, S ince 2021, the Zero Market has been held at Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre bi- monthly, with the aim of encouraging carbon footprint reduction and a zero-waste life. Boy Smiles Again After Tumour Removal Artiste Shares New Perceptions of Vegetarianism lobal News Indonesia I 03–04.2022 Singapore I 16.04.2022 “This is the best birthday present for Barras! Thank you, medical team!” The volunteers shared their happiness and wished the boy to grow up happily and healthily towards a bright future. When the pandemic situation gradually eased up in April this year, a “Super Veggie Super Fun” event was introduced, turning the Zero Market into a small-scaled carnival to promote vegetarianism. A celebrated artiste, Liu Ling Ling was invited to share her vegetarian journey. She said a six-year vegetarian diet has allowed her to become healthier and younger from the inside out, adding that, “All of us know the importance of doing good deeds. In fact, not consuming meat is a form of good deeds. By so doing, we are saving lives.” She suggested to the audience to try going meatless and feel the changes for themselves.