NEW SYRIA EMERGENCY
Syria's Humanitarian Future
Our dedicated teams on the ground are tirelessly working to extend support to newly liberated regions across Syria.
Thousands of civilians remain in their homes. There is an urgent need to provide essential services and basic necessities to these civilians immediately.
OUR EMERGENCY RESPONSE
FOOD SECURITY
We are distributing food parcels, bread bundles, and ready-to-eat meals to displaced families and supporting local bakeries to sustain long-term food supply chains.
SHELTER & NFIs
Providing emergency shelters, blankets, mattresses, and heating fuel to families affected by recent airstrikes and winter conditions.
WASH
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene. Delivering clean drinking water, hygiene kits, and essential sanitation supplies to prevent disease outbreaks in overcrowded areas.
Emergency Syria Appeal
Tens of thousands of civilians in Syria face acute shortages of food, water, and medical care.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Learn more about the situation in Northern Syria and what we are doing.
What is the current situation in Aleppo and Northern Syria?
Over the past 72 hours, escalations in Northern Syria have intensified the 13-year-long humanitarian crisis. The situation in Aleppo is rapidly deteriorating, with potential displacement of hundreds of thousands of civilians.
What are the key challenges faced by civilians in Aleppo?
- Ongoing airstrikes and violence threatening civilian safety.
- Limited access to food, water, and shelter due to damaged infrastructure and displacement.
- The challenge of relocating families from camps to their homes amidst continued instability.
How many people are affected by this crisis?
The crisis threatens millions of people in Northern Syria, including families already displaced over the past 13 years and those newly impacted by the recent attacks in Aleppo.
What are the immediate humanitarian needs?
- Food security through partnerships with local bakeries to scale up production.
- Emergency shelter for displaced families.
- Access to clean water and essential services for survival and health.
How is Syria Relief responding?
- Teams are on the ground in Aleppo, providing food, water, and shelter.
- Coordinating with NGOs and stakeholders to relocate families from camps to safer homes.
- Enhancing local infrastructure, such as bakery production, to drive sustainable solutions.
What is the international community being called upon to do?
- Protect civilians and humanitarian workers by all parties involved in the conflict.
- Activate and enhance emergency response plans through the UN and international organisations.
- Increase donor support to address growing needs and bridge gaps in service delivery.
Why is international support critical now?
The next 72 hours are pivotal for the safety and security of millions of Syrians. Immediate action and enhanced support are needed to prevent further displacement and ensure the continuity of humanitarian services.
How can I help?
- Donate to support Action For Humanity’s efforts in Aleppo and across Northern Syria.
- Share information to raise awareness about the escalating crisis.
- Advocate for international action to protect civilians and humanitarian workers.
What is Syria Relief’s track record in Syria?
Action For Humanity, the parent charity of Syria Relief, has operated in Syria for over a decade, providing aid to millions of people, and is the largest Syria-focussed charity in the UK.
THE LARGEST SYRIA-FOCUSSED CHARITY IN THE UK
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