Filmed across Pakistan, Bangladesh, Somaliland, and Egypt, When The World Looks Away follows a Canadian Muslim charity as it confronts the limits of traditional aid.

In communities shaped by climate crisis, war, and displacement, the film gathers first-hand stories that expose a deeper question: What happens when charity fills gaps—but doesn’t build systems?

We investigate how charity is practiced, and how power can be distributed from short-term relief to long-term institutions rooted in justice, dignity, and responsibility.

Current Stage: Post-Production
Anticipated Release: NOVEMBER 2025