Former SDLP leader and Nobel peace laureate John Hume has supported the launch of a new appeal by a Derry-based charity to end the worldwide starvation of children.
John Hume (right) with Eamon Melaugh.
Mr Hume (voted “Ireland’s Greatest” person of all time in an RTÉ poll in 2010) is backing the appeal by Derryman Eamon Melaugh – whose charity Action with Effect provides care to destitute lepers, orphans and street children in India.
Mr Hume said: “I am delighted to support Eamon Melaugh’s appeal to the worldwide combined Christian Churches.
“Eamon’s efforts make a compelling call on all of us to rally against poverty in the world which is limiting people’s rights, living conditions and lives.
“While high level actions by governments internationally are important, there is also the need for solidarity from churches, communities, aid agencies and individuals.
“Eamon is a truly inspirational character who has shown over time a very strong commitment to helping others and encouraging people here to be mindful of the need not just to appreciate what we have, but to give what we can to assist those in need.”
Action With Effect is run by a committed and dedicated group of volunteers who provide care for destitute lepers, orphans, and street children.
For more than 10 years the charity has concentrated its efforts in India.
Fundraising efforts have seen:
• 70 houses built for destitute homeless leper families.
• Eight schools providing education and meals.
• An orphanage built to provide loving care for infants and small children.
• 10 feeding stations.
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