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TÜRKIYE/SYRIA – ONE IN 3 CHILDREN DISPLACED BY TÜRKIYE EARTHQUAKES STILL HOMELESS WHILE NEEDS AT RECORD LEVELS IN SYRIA

TÜRKIYE AND SYRIA DONOR CONFERENCE: Save the Children calls on world leaders to step up for children who survived Türkiye and Syria earthquakes

Blog focusing in the situation on Turkiye as a country that hosts over 3.6 million refugees, ahead of the Global Refugee Forum.

One in four children who lost their homes in the Türkiye earthquakes two years ago remain in temporary shelters such as shipping containers while access to necessities and services such as education remain a challenge.

A STATEMENT ON THE TWO EARTHQUAKES THAT HIT SYRIA AND TÜRKIYE ON FEBRUARY 6

Save the Children Statement: Another Earthquake hits southern Türkiye and northern Syria

a press release on the rescue operations in Türkiye and Syria

It has been one month since the devastating earthquake in Türkiye and Syria, that claimed over 51,000 lives and left children without education.

Lack of clean water, toilets, puts earthquake survivors, particularly children, in Türkiye at risk of disease

Nearly three in every 10 earthquake-affected households assessed across Türkiye reported having no access to education seven months after February

Strengthening child safeguarding systems within local governments is a critical step toward ensuring children’s rights are protected in everyday public services. In Küçükçekmece district, a comprehensive Child Safeguarding Policy developed through an institutional strengthening process led by Save the Children Türkiye was unanimously approved by the municipal council.

Children who have survived the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria need help finding their families, not adoption

For 100 days, children and caregivers in Türkiye’s southern province of Hatay have been trying to come to terms with what happened.

Statement about earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria after new quakes hit areas in both countries on 20 February.

Statement on donors' conference for earthquake relief to support Türkiye and Syria

Hatay’da yaşayan doğuştan albinizmli olan 10 yaşındaki Huma* ve ailesi, 2023 yılında Türkiye’de meydana gelen yıkıcı depremlerin ardından birçok aile gibi hayatlarını yeniden kurmak için büyük zorluklar yaşadı. Huma görme engelinin getirdiği zorlukların yanı sıra, dış görünüşü nedeniyle sürekli olarak zorbalığa maruz kaldı. Tüm bu zorluklara rağmen, onun hikayesi güç, dayanıklılık ve kapsamlı bir insani yardım müdahalesinin dönüştürücü gücünü yansıtıyor. Save the Children’ın ihtiyaçlarına özel olarak sunduğu destekler sayesinde, Huma ve ailesi hayatlarında yeniden bir istikrar ve güven duygusu kazanabildi.

Blog by Dan Stewart: “Hidden Scars”: Children at risk of toxic stress as more earthquakes hit Türkiye and Syria.

Huma* (10), who was born with albinism, and her family were among the many affected by the devastating 2023 earthquakes in Hatay, Türkiye. Alongside the widespread destruction, Huma also faced daily challenges due to her visual impairment and the bullying she endured because of her appearance. With the holistic and child-centered support of Save the Children, Huma and her family have not only rebuilt their lives but also regained a sense of safety. Her story highlights the life-changing impact of inclusive humanitarian aid that recognizes and responds to the unique needs of every child.

Press Release on the aftermath and death and injury toll of the earthquake that hit Turkiye and Syria

One month after the devastating earthquakes that killed more than 50,000 people and injured more than 100,000 across Syria and Türkiye, thousands of f

A press release on families displaced by the earthquakes in Türkiye who are in urgent need of food, water and basic hygiene and sanitation items

Save the Children Türkiye, Lale*'nin (12) yaşadığı konteyner kente bir çocuk dostu alan ve sosyal merkez kurarak burada Ruh Sağlığı ve Psikososyal Destek (MHPSS) faaliyetleri yürüttü. Bu faaliyetler kapsamında Lale*, 6-17 yaş arasındaki çocukların haklarını öğrenmelerini, duygusal gelişimlerini desteklemeyi ve topluma katılımlarını teşvik etmeyi amaçlayan Çocuk Komitesi'ne katılıyor. Bu inisiyatif sayesinde çocuklar, güvenlik, duygular ve sorumluluklar hakkında eğlenceli ve interaktif etkinliklerle öğrenim görüyor. Ayrıca grup anlaşmaları oluşturarak ihtiyaçlarını dile getirme ve yaşam alanlarını iyileştirme önerilerinde bulunma fırsatı yakalıyorlar. Toplantılarda, kız ve erkek çocuklar, cinsiyetleri ve milliyetleri ötesinde, birer birey olarak potansiyellerini keşfedip eşit bir şekilde etkileşim kuruyorlar. Lale*, bu komite toplantılarında kendisi gibi olabilmenin güvenini yaşıyor ve ekonomik güçlenme talebini dile getiriyor. Bu adımlar, toplumsal cinsiyet eşitliğini anlamaları için önemli bir temel oluşturuyor.

Save the Children Türkiye established a child friendly space and social center to the container city where Lale* (12) lives and has implemented MHPSS (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support) activities in the child-friendly space. As part of MHPSS activities, Lale* participates in the Children’s Committee, a program for children aged 6-17 that promotes awareness of their rights, emotional development, and community involvement. Through this initiative, children engage in fun, interactive activities to learn about safety, emotions, and responsibilities. They also contribute to creating group agreements, voice their needs, and suggest improvements for their living spaces. In the meetings girls and boys interacted with each other beyond their gender and nationality by recognizing their wholeness and potentials as equal individuals. Lale* feels encouraged to bring her authentic self to the committee meetings and to claim her economic empowerment which are both critical steps to promote the understanding of gender equality.

The earthquakes that struck on February 6, 2023, shook not only buildings but also emotions. In the aftermath, 12-year-old Mert* and his family relocated to a container settlement in Adıyaman. The new living conditions left Mert withdrawn, quiet, and struggling to connect with others. With support from Save the Children Türkiye and in partnership with Gökkuşağı Association, Mert began regularly attending Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) activities. Over time, he regained his self-confidence and learned to express his emotions.

Children who were directly impacted by the earthquakes or experienced similar distressing events in the past could be at risk.

AFAD ve Save the Children Türkiye iş birliğiyle geliştirilen eğitim programı kamuoyuna tanıtıldı.İstanbul, 2025Afet ve Acil Durum Yönetimi Başkanlığı (AFAD) ve Save the Children Türkiye iş birliğinde geliştirilen, erken yaş grubu (4–8 yaş) çocuklar için Türkiye’de ulusal düzeyde ilk olma niteliği taşıyan “İklim Farkındalığı, Afet ve Acil Durumlara Hazırlık Eğitim Programı”, 24 Aralık 2025 tarihinde resmi lansman etkinliğiyle kamuoyuna tanıtıldı. Millî Eğitim Bakanlığı (MEB) ile koordinasyon içinde yürütülen program, okul öncesi ve ilkokul çağındaki çocukların iklim değişikliği ve afetlere ilişkin farkındalıklarını artırmayı ve afetlere karşı daha dayanıklı bireyler olarak yetişmelerini amaçlıyor.

As three years have passed since the 7.7 and 7.6 magnitude earthquakes that struck on February 6, 2023, the needs of children and families in the affected regions continue. The earthquakes triggered a large-scale humanitarian crisis, directly affecting 9.1 million people, including 2.5 million children and 1.7 million refugees. More than 50,000 lives were lost, 2.7 million people were displaced, and essential services were severely disrupted.

As the death toll passes 19,000 in Türkiye and Syria, hopes of finding more survivors are fading, a second humanitarian disaster is looming

Save the Children Türkiye strengthens children’s psychosocial well-being through a child-centred anti-bullying campaign featuring a fairytale written by earthquake affected children in Hatay and adapted into a 2D animated film. The campaign was supported by Save the Children US.

It’s now been a week since two massive earthquakes over 7.6 in magnitude hit southern Türkiye and Syria. The people of Syria have experienced it all.

One month after the devastating earthquakes struck southern Türkiye and Syria, the needs of the affected populations remain immense.

As Save the Children Türkiye, in cooperation with Disaster and Emergency Management Authority, the Ministry of National Education, local municipalities and our local partner, we implemented the Climate Awareness and Resilience for Emergencies & Sustainability Project (CARES), a child-centred initiative carried out in collaboration with the Refugees Association in Sultanbeyli, Istanbul.

The economic impact of the earthquakes that ripped through southern Türkiye and northern Syria 100 days ago threatens to push people to hunger

Testimony of Ali as he returned to Turkiye (Turkey) to help after the earthquakes.

6 Şubat 2023’te meydana gelen depremler yalnızca binaları değil, duyguları da derinden sarstı. Bu süreçte 12 yaşındaki Mert* de Adıyaman’da depremlerden sonra ailesiyle birlikte bir konteyner kente taşındı. Yeni yaşam koşulları onu içine kapanmasına neden oldu; sessizleşti ve çevresiyle bağ kurmakta zorlandı. Save the Children Türkiye desteğiyle Gökkuşağı Derneği ortaklığında yürütülen Psikososyal Destek (MHPSS) faaliyetlerine düzenli katılım gösteren Mert, zamanla kendine güvenini yeniden kazandı ve duygularını ifade etmeyi öğrendi.

After the 2023 earthquakes in Türkiye, Nazih* and his family moved between temporary settlements while facing ongoing barriers to education. Three years after the earthquakes, during their transition from temporary shelter to urban life, we supported the family in re-establishing a stable and safe living environment with the support of the European Union. Through comprehensive financial, educational, and psychosocial support, alongside child protection services, the children have successfully continued their schooling and are looking ahead with renewed confidence.

As Save the Children Türkiye, with the financial support from MANGO and in collaboration with Mavi Kalem Association, we aim to strengthen access to education for children living in Esenyurt, enhance their well-being through child protection and psychosocial support services, and promote social cohesion.

As Save the Children Türkiye, with the financial support of the European Union and in cooperation with Pikolo Association, we are launching a comprehensive support programme for Syrian families in Adıyaman whose need for assistance has increased following the impacts of the earthquake and the closure of temporary container settlements. The project aims to provide integrated solutions across cash assistance, child protection, and education, reaching more than 2,000 individuals in total.

An extract from Rasha Muhrez’s speech at the UN Security Council session on humanitarian needs in Syria on 28 February 2023.

Millions of children across northwestern Syria remain urgently in need of food, shelter and warm clothes three days after a deadly earthquake

More than half of children fleeing into Europe reported feeling in danger on their long journeys from people smugglers, border officials and police.

Children are calling on world leaders to step up and invest in their futures after today’s donor conference raised just over half of the US$1.5 billio

6 Şubat 2023’te meydana gelen 7,7 ve 7,6 büyüklüğündeki depremlerin üzerinden üç yıl geçerken, afetten etkilenen bölgelerde çocuklar ve aileler için ihtiyaçlar devam ediyor. Depremler, 2,5 milyonu çocuk ve 1,7 milyonu mülteci olmak üzere toplam 9,1 milyon insanı doğrudan etkileyen büyük ölçekli bir insani krize yol açtı. 50 binden fazla insan yaşamını yitirdi, 2,7 milyon kişi yerinden edildi ve temel hizmetler aksadı.

Thirteen years of conflict in Syria have led to fear, loss and mass displacement for children. What does the future look like for Syria?

a photo for a wall with a writing "don't forget us" to go with the Statement on the Outcome of Brussels Conference on Syria

"Park Jin-young’s warm-hearted support will serve as a strong foundation for children in need of music education to discover their talents and pursue their dreams. We are deeply grateful for his meaningful donation to Save the Children and will continue our efforts to expand learning opportunities and create stable educational environments so that children can grow and thrive.”

Joint agency letter on Syrian humanitarian assistance

They may not always make the news, but these crises impact millions of people, including vulnerable children, around the world

Blog summarizing the importance of spotlighting the rights and needs of refugee children at the Global Refugee Forum

Press release on floods in northern Syria, affecting displaced families

Save the Children International CEO Inger Ashing shares the challenges children faced in 2023 in places such as Sudan and Gaza.

Over 13,000 children join one of world’s largest consultations on climate crisis as 2022 slammed by extreme weather

Climateandeducation.org launches to close the gap between the climate change and education sectors.

Save the Children now delivers aid exclusively from inside the country through hubs in Damascus, Aleppo, Raqqa and Qamishli and employs more than 1,050 staff, 96% of whom are Syrian nationals, placing decisions, resources and accountability squarely in Syrian hands.