The Eid ul-Adha festivities brought together local organizations, health education, and support services for Brooklyn residents
Healthfirst, a leading not-for-profit health insurer, held its 2nd Annual Eid ul-Adha Celebration, with support from the Council of People’s Organization (COPO), in Midwood on Saturday, June 6th, delivering on-site health education and in-language resources to members of the Brooklyn community.
Healthfirst is committed to engaging members through culturally relevant programs that improve access to health knowledge and quality care. Events like the Eid ul-Adha celebration help bridge communities to trusted health resources and supportive social services.
The event on Saturday, June 6th featured:
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“Eid ul-Adha is a time of reflection, gratitude, generosity, and service to others. We were honored to celebrate this special occasion with community members, partners, and families. Our 2nd Annual Healthfirst Eid Celebration connected families to trusted health information and resources and strengthened community well-being. We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make this celebration a success,” said Miguel Centeno, Vice President of Community Engagement, Healthfirst.
"At the Council of People’s Organization, our mission is rooted in serving New York City's South Asian, Muslim, and immigrant communities with the support and resources they need to thrive. The spirit of Eid ul-Adha is centered on compassion, generosity, and ensuring no one is left behind—values that guide our work every day. We're grateful to Healthfirst for this celebration, which allows us to bring families, older adults, and community members together while connecting them to important health education, social services, and resources. Together, we're helping build a healthier, stronger Brooklyn community," said Mohammad Razvi, CEO, Council of People’s Organization.
Imam Ahmed Ali Uzir (center), NYC Commissioner on Racial Equity and Director of Community Affairs for the Office of New York State Assemblymember William Colton, spoke to attendees at Healthfirst’s 2nd Annual Eid ul-Adha Celebration in Midwood, Brooklyn on Saturday, June 6th. Imam Ali Uzir, who leads the Iqra Masjid Community and Tradition mosque, joined Miguel Centeno, Healthfirst Vice President of Community Outreach (second from right), for this festive event, which included health education, toy giveaways for children, and food distribution for older New Yorkers.
Members of the Healthfirst Community Engagement team (from left to right) Dr. Paul Amajor, Director, Strategic Health Initiatives; Uzair Sheikh, Director, Facilitated Enrollment; Miguel Centeno, Vice President, Community Engagement; and Atif Ur Rehman, Community Relations Manager, participated in the toy giveaway at Healthfirst’s Eid ul-Adha Celebration in Midwood, Brooklyn on Saturday, June 6th.
Council of People’s Organization (COPO), the main sponsor of Healthfirst’s 2nd Annual Eid ul-Adha Celebration, provided giveaways to attendees in Brooklyn on Saturday, June 6th. The event delivered on-site health education and in-language resources to members of the Brooklyn community as well as toy giveaways for kids and food distribution for seniors.
(All photos courtesy: Healthfirst)
