Safe Eid al Adha practices in the context of COVID-19: Interim guidance

Overview

The Eid al Adha (“Festival of the Sacrifice”) is one of the two major annual Islamic holidays. It is marked by social and religious gatherings where Muslim families and friends unite to pray together and give alms, especially in the form of sacrificed animal meat.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues into its second year, it is imperative to observe the holiday with caution and vigilance.

This document provides up-to-date public health advice that can be applied across different national contexts to make activities related to Eid al Adha safer. Key messages are proposed to both policymakers and the general public.