The Holy Month of Ramadan is a special time of the year for all Muslims but this year Ramadan will be very different due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. It has changed many aspects of daily life and this will impact on how we experience Ramadan in 2020.
Protecting ourselves, our loved ones, and members of the community by following infection prevention guidelines, including reducing our contact with other people, must remain a priority. Ramadan is such a special and sacred time and it is important that we remember it is our responsibility to ensure that no harm comes to another being as a result of our actions. By staying apart, we will keep others safe.
Many of the traditions most of us associate with the Holy Month, including hosting large family parties or attending the mosque for prayers, will not be possible this year. However, with a little creativity we can maintain these important traditions while keeping ourselves and our loved ones safe. We are facing an extraordinary situation and it is important that we act accordingly.