DUBAI: Facebook has launched a new community platform ahead of Ramadan that raises awareness of the many good causes operating, whether it’s a blood donor session, reducing food waste or donating clothes.

SHARED by Facebook allows communities to organize campaigns that are catered to and inspired by Ramadan.

“’Shared by Facebook’ provides everyone with a place where they can learn about some of the most inspirational initiatives happening in their communities,” Managing Director at Facebook MENA, Ramez Shehadi explained.

Ramadan will start in the first week of May, during which Muslims will abstain from eating, drinking and smoking during daylight hours.