We Have Not Forgotten or Let Go – We Are Still Active in the Earthquake Region!
To forget, one must be distant from the heart or perhaps truly be far away. We have never been away from the earthquake-affected region. The compound we established in Hatay in the aftermath of the earthquake is still active. For us, this is more than just a humanitarian responsibility; it is something we owe to our six colleagues who lost their lives in the earthquake…
After February 6: Starting Over with Hope
Following circumstances in Syria, Meryem Hanım*, who had established a modest life in Türkiye, saw her life disrupted by the earthquakes that occurred on 6 February. In the midst of uncertainty, she was forced to live in a container with her four children for some time. As the days turned into months, the burden on her shoulders grew even heavier, with two of her children having a special health condition and the family experiencing financial hardship.
Beyond Borders: 18 December International Migrants Day
Some journeys are born out of necessity. Yet when people look at their own lives, they realize how even journeys that are not necessary can create hesitation. Even when we move to a new neighborhood, we feel a slight sense of uncertainty within us. But what if behind that journey lies a war, a danger, a feeling of desperation? Then, that journey is not made out of choice, but out of necessity. And most of the time, people leave behind not just their belongings, but the traces of an entire lifetime.
The Light Behind the Glass
In the heart of North America, among the vast prairies of Canada, lies a city: Winnipeg. In this city, known for its biting cold and fierce winds in the winter, a building stands tall, reminding the entire world of the warmth of human dignity. Along the frozen Red River stands a structure made almost entirely of glass: the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
I can change the world if I want to
A narrow street in the container city in Kırıkhan, Hatay, and in that narrow street, a life is rekindled with hope before a hairdresser’s mirror.
The Torn Jersey at Casa Milan and World Children’s Day
One of the most fundamental rights of every child, regardless of where in the world they are born, is the right to play. Chasing after a ball, forming a team, picturing a field using their imagination… Play is not just a source of entertainment for children; it is their way of holding on to life, a means of expressing themselves, and a space for their soul to breathe.
A Basic Need for a Healthy Beginning: Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is a unique method, not only for the physical health of babies, but also for strengthening emotional bonds and providing a loving and warm atmosphere.
Kemal Ateş: “I’ve recognized them from their voices”
Kemal Ateş, one of the earthquake survivors, finally reunited with ASAM Search and Rescue Team members, who had pulled him from under the rubble, in Ankara after months.