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One of the biggest problems is providing sanitation. Some people haven't had a shower for more than 15 days, says Rukas Ibrahim, Emergency Response Coordinator in Turkey and Syria
March 23, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

One of the biggest problems is providing sanitation. Some people haven't had a shower for more than 15 days, says Rukas Ibrahim, Emergency Response Coordinator in Turkey and Syria

The effects of the devastating earthquake that struck the Turkish-Syrian border region in February this year are still felt by people in the affected regions. What is the current situation in the affected areas? What is currently most needed? And how is Caritas Czech Republic helping on the ground? We spoke to Rukas Ibrahim, Emergency Response Coordinator at Caritas Czech Republic in Turkey and Syria.
5 ways Caritas Czech Republic helps Turkey and Syria affected by the earthquake
March 8, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

5 ways Caritas Czech Republic helps Turkey and Syria affected by the earthquake

The catastrophic earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria on Monday 6th of February has claimed more than 52,000 lives. The earthquake affected up to 26 million locals. People in the affected areas are in urgent need of humanitarian aid. Caritas Czech Republic is helping on the ground thanks to funds from the Caritas for Turkey and Syria fundraising campaign. What does our help look like?
12 years at war. Devastating earthquake deepens crisis in Syria
March 7, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

12 years at war. Devastating earthquake deepens crisis in Syria

When a devastating earthquake struck Turkey and Syria on Monday, 6th of February, ten-year-old Sham was in bed. "I was sleeping when our house collapsed to the ground," she recalls. The earthquake struck in Syria in places where up to 4 million people were already living in makeshift conditions. They fled here to escape the civil war, which enters its 13th year this March the 15th. What is life like in Syria today and how is Caritas Czech Republic helping people affected by the war and earthquake?
6 frequently asked questions about the earthquake in Turkey and Syria
March 6, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

6 frequently asked questions about the earthquake in Turkey and Syria

More than a month has passed since the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria. The tremors have killed tens of thousands of people and left millions more without a roof over their heads. Caritas Czech Republic has been helping through its partners on the ground since day one. Help is still very much required.
Reconstruction after earthquake will take at least 3 years, says Neda Khanji from our partner organisation Violet providing aid in Syria
February 22, 2023 Humanitární pomoc a rozvojová spolupráce Charity ČR

Reconstruction after earthquake will take at least 3 years, says Neda Khanji from our partner organisation Violet providing aid in Syria

The catastrophic earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria has had devastating consequences. More than 50,000 people have lost their lives. Infrastructure in the affected areas has been destroyed, while many people are still surviving in makeshift shelters. What is currently most needed? And how will the assistance change in the coming weeks and months? We talked to Neda Khanji from Violet, our partner organisation providing aid to people affected by the earthquake in Syria. 
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