Maryam Abass

Maryam is passionate about charity work and helping the less privileged, especially in the social and humanitarian field. She holds a Master of Law (LLM) and has extensive experience in research and development roles within various NGOs. Outside of work, she loves to travel and has a unique collection of magnets from her adventures around the world.

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9 Best Charities That Fight for Cybersecurity in (Complete 2026 List)

The digital age has increased our reliance on online activities, exposing us to the threat of cybercrime. In 2020, over $4 billion was lost due to cybercrimes in the United States. Despite robust defense systems, numerous internet users still experience security breaches, exposing personal information, causing significant financial damage, and customer trust loss. Fortunately, there are charities that go beyond just safeguarding information, also ensuring the security, privacy, and trust of all internet users. So we had to ask: What are the best charities that fight for cybersecurity?

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9 Best Charities That Help Overcome Addiction (Complete 2026 List)

In the US alone, over 19 million people suffer from some sort of addiction. People with addiction use substances or repeatedly engage in compulsive behaviors, despite harmful consequences. Reaching out for help can be challenging due to stigma, guilt, and shame. Fortunately, many charities are working to combat the stigma and provide help for everyone affected by addiction. So we had to ask: What are the best charities helping to overcome addiction?

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9 Best Charities for This Year’s Black History Month (Complete 2026 List)

Black History Month is an annual celebration of accomplishments and contributions made by African Americans, highlighting their central role in the history of the United States. With this year’s celebration, it is evident that there are so many charities fighting for equality and against injustice, poverty, and racism. So, we had to ask: What are the best charities for this year’s Black History Month?

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9 Best Charities That Fight Hate Crimes (Complete 2026 List)

Hate crimes are criminal offenses against a person or property, often motivated by an offender’s bias against a race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, gender, or gender identity. In 2021, 12,411 hate crime offenses were recorded across the US, with race/ethnicity being the most reported bias. Fortunately, there are charities that provide information, education on hate violence, and resources to assist communities in responding to hate-motivated acts. So we had to ask: What are the best charities that fight hate crimes?

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9 Best Charities That Help Overcome Gambling Addiction (Complete 2026 List)

Around 26% of people gamble worldwide. This means there are roughly 1.6 billion gamblers around the globe, with 4.2 billion gambling at least once every year. Latest statistics have revealed that over 10 million adults have sought help for problem gambling, making it a major international public health concern. Fortunately, many charitable organizations are now supporting people to help them overcome their gambling addictions. So we had to ask: What are the best charities helping to overcome gambling addiction?

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9 Best Charities That Support the Black Lives Matter Movement (Complete 2026 List)

Between 2016 and 2018, there were 74,402 excessive, needless deaths among black people in the US compared with white people. #BlackLivesMatter (BLM) is a social movement that was established following the rampant killings of black people in the US due to police brutality/  racially motivated violence, with the aim to overcome discrimination and injustice experienced by Black people. Fortunately, organizations around the world are working to promote the BLM movement. So we had to ask: What are the best charities that support the Black Lives Matter Movement?

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9 Best Charities That Help to Conserve Our Rivers (Complete 2026 List)

It’s estimated that 2 billion people worldwide rely directly on rivers for their daily sustenance. They are also home to some of the most endangered wildlife species on earth. Yet, our rivers are under threat from poorly constructed dams, pollution, climate change, and the introduction of invasive species. Furthermore, only 17% of the world’s free-flowing rivers are protected. Fortunately, many charitable organizations have stood up to help conserve our rivers. So we had to ask: What are the best charities that help to conserve our rivers?

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9 Best Charities That Promote Recycling (Complete 2026 List)

Recycling is the process of gathering and converting resources into new goods that would otherwise be thrown away as waste. Both the environment and the community can benefit from recycling. It has the potential to change the world by conserving resources, reducing landfills, saving energy, and protecting the environment. Because of this, numerous non-profit organizations have stepped up to support recycling on a global scale. So we had to ask: What are the best charities that promote recycling?

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9 Best Charities That Promote Democracy Globally (Complete 2026 List)

Simply put, Democracy is “rule by the people.” It’s a form of government in which the people have the power to decide what the law is or to elect those who will do so. Democracy protects fundamental rights and freedoms that should be enjoyed by every citizen of the world. However, many nations that run a democracy still stifle free speech and other rights. Fortunately, many charitable organizations have stood up to promote democracy globally. So we had to ask: What are the best charities that promote democracy globally?

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9 Best Charities Impacting Nigeria (Complete 2026 List)

Nigeria is the most populated country in Africa, with over 210 million people. However, many of these people face hardship because of high poverty rates, low employment, and social and political unrest. Fortunately, there are charities helping to make up for the government’s lack of services and social protection for its citizens. So we had to ask: What are the best charities impacting Nigeria?

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