After Türkiye’s devastating earthquakes, teachers became symbols of resilience, returning to classrooms to guide students through immense challenges. Recognizing their critical role, Sağlık ve Eğitim Vakfı (SEV), with support from the TPF Earthquake Fund, launched the Teacher Support Program to empower educators in the hardest-hit areas. This program provides not only the tools and resources…
Healing comes in many forms, but what truly matters is the willingness to embrace it. Whether it’s the rhythm of yarn and needles, a peaceful moment to breathe, or getting lost in stories that inspire, what truly matters is our willingness to embrace it. At the Füsun Sayek Community Center in Arsuz, healing begins with your…
Hey everyone! My name is Ryan Sinan, and I’m a Turkish American teenager who grew up in New York. This summer, I had a unique opportunity to visit Hatay, the city that was worst-affected by the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye last year. The trip was organized by the Turkish Philanthropy Funds, and it was an…
Meet Emir and Demir, two brothers born with cerebral palsy. Their lives, shaped by the challenges of their condition, are a blend of struggle and hope. They faced an even greater challenge when a devastating earthquake struck their village. Yet, they found solstice through Türkiye Spastik Çocuklar Vakfı (TSCV)’s invaluable efforts to care for and support…
Meet Meryem, a bright and determined young girl from Kucuknefes village in Yozgat. On a regular day, she helps her parents, taking care of their farm animals, and helping her mom with the housework. But Meryem is not like other children in her village. What sets her apart is her passion for reading and her determination. While…
For over 160 years, Darüşşafaka has been a home of compassion for many children in Türkiye, providing full scholarships, boarding, and qualified education with full tuition for 8 years to 1,000 financially disadvantaged, talented children whose fathers or mothers are no longer alive. These children are given a chance to dream, learn, and succeed, paving…
Antakya Medeniyetler Korosu, or the Antakya Civilizations Choir, has long stood as a symbol of Antakya‘s legacy of inclusivity. Through music, they have celebrated the rich mosaic of cultures, languages, and religions that define their city. Their performances bring together people of all backgrounds in song and spirit. The devastating earthquakes on February 6th hit…
In the heart of devastation, a unique movement unfolds with the opening of a box—a science kit that’s more than meets the eye. The YGA Earthquake Region Science Movement is not just responding to a crisis; it’s transforming it into an opportunity for growth, learning, and hope. These kits are keys to a new world,…
Natural disasters impact everyone, but they hit those with special needs particularly hard, disrupting their routines and making it challenging to regulate their emotions and behaviors. In these moments, they need more than just help; they need understanding and support to find their way through the chaos. That’s where Down Turkiye steps in, extending a…