Zaman International volunteers tie the knot while giving back to the community [Video]

DEARBORN, Mich. (WXYZ) — Zaman International held its 15th annual Hope for Humanity Run Walk picnic at Dearborn’s Ford Field Park to raise awareness about the much-needed work to eradicate poverty nationwide.

With nearly 1,200 people in attendance, there was something for everyone. But the showstopper was when 20th District Court Judge David Turfe put on his robe to officiate the ‘I dos’.

“Let’s call the bride and bridegroom. I introduce Alia Sareini, and Morteza Fradi… come on out,” Judge Turfe said.

Alia first met Morteza this time last year during an event organized by Zaman International’s running team.

“I was pretty new to the group, I came one day and wasn’t able to keep up with the pace of everyone else, and he stayed behind so that I would have a running buddy,” Alia said.

A place they least expected to find love.

“We had so much in common,” Alia said.

Including giving back to the community.

“Where does that passion come from?” I …