Türkiye: Aid for refugee children
Asylum Seekers and Refugees Solidarity Association (ARSA)
The organization ARSA is committed to the education and rights of refugee children. Play, art and music activities, as well as language courses and safe spaces for children, strengthen their self-confidence and give them renewed hope.
“When my family and I came to Turkey, my life improved. I learned Turkish and went to school. Then my ID card was blocked. Since then, I haven't been allowed to go to school. Our financial situation isn't good either. All of this makes me sad. Nevertheless, I'm holding on to life, supporting my family, and giving them strength. At ARSA, I've learned some English and now I also play guitar. I enjoy music, and it gives me hope: Someday things will be better for us.”
Setara from Afghanistan, 14 years old
FISA Çocuk
The "Justice for Children" project is committed to raising awareness of child rights violations, combating impunity for abusers, and supporting affected children and their families in accessing justice. TDH's partner organization, FiSA Coçuk, helps children and their families claim their rights and offers legal and psychosocial support. In the earthquake-affected regions around Adıyaman, FiSA Coçuk also provides psychosocial assistance and trains young people to become mentors so they can support younger children. Furthermore, the project strengthens the capacity of civil society organizations in Turkey through training and joint actions, such as submitting a parallel report to the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child or lobbying for a comprehensive children's rights policy.
Dünya Evimiz: Perspectives for young refugees
The project "Building Resilience and Integrated Communities in Ankara" (BRICA) strengthens the coexistence of young people with and without refugee backgrounds in Ankara. The project focuses on informational events on legal and social issues, individual legal advice, and workshops on vocational skills. Terre des Hommes partner organization, Dunya Evimiz, also promotes the participation of young people through leadership training and supports them in making their voices heard in the local community. The goal is to raise awareness of rights, promote economic independence, and improve social cohesion.