DEC Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal

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Get help to those who need it most

Two devastating earthquakes of magnitude 7.8 and 7.5 have hit parts of Turkey and Syria. Thousands of people have been killed and many more are injured. Destruction is widespread, with buildings reduced to rubble and hundreds still trapped inside.

With the number of casualties still rising, we’re ready to support those whose lives have been turned upside down by this disaster. Our local teams will be taking emergency supplies to those most in need, including food, water, warm blankets, hygiene kits and shelters.

But we need your support.

How your donation helps

Our local teams are quickly pulling together to get help to those who need it most. Your donation today will help support children and families whose lives have been shattered.

You can help provide essential items that make a life changing difference in the aftermath of a disaster like this.

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How we work in emergencies

When emergencies hit, children are often the most at risk. That’s why we need to be there – in places torn apart by disasters and conflict.

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We respond all over the world

During 2022, we helped over 29 million people in emergencies - including over 14 million children. We respond to humanitarian crises caused by conflict as well as natural disasters.

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We respond quickly

We’re one of the first organisations to respond when an emergency strikes. Within 72 hours of a disaster, we can deliver lifesaving supplies anywhere in the world – often even sooner.

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We help rebuild lives

In the wake of a disaster, we stay to help rebuild the lives of children, families, and communities. We also help to build resilience so that if another disaster strikes, they are better able to cope.

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