Türkiye

Focus on Turkiye 

Türkye is a transcontinental country located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. It recently has faced unprecedented challenges, including catastrophic dual earthquakes in February 2023, while also enduring the strain of hosting the largest refugee population in the world. 

The country struggles with:

• Earthquake Recovery: The devastating February 2023 earthquakes caused widespread destruction across southern Türkiye. Millions were displaced from their homes, and countless communities are still in urgent need of rebuilding, transitional shelter, and long-term recovery support.
• Refugee Integration: Türkiye currently hosts nearly 4 million refugees, primarily from neighboring Syria. This massive displacement places immense strain on local resources, infrastructure, and access to basic services for both refugee families and host communities.
• Economic Hardship: Severe inflation and economic instability have drastically increased the cost of living, plunging many vulnerable families into poverty and making it difficult to afford basic necessities like food, housing, and healthcare.

Islamic Relief USA’s Dedication to Türkiye 

Islamic Relief USA has been a steadfast partner in Türkiye, providing vital emergency relief during acute crises and delivering long-term support to both vulnerable local populations and refugee families striving to rebuild their lives.

A few of our interventions include:

• Seasonal food distribution, including Ramadan and Qurbani
• Orphan Sponsorship 
• Livelihood support

Current Challenges