EUROCHAM Malaysia is in support together with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) of the recent tragedies that have struck in south-eastern Türkiye and northern Syria.
Two powerful earthquakes have struck in south-eastern Türkiye and northern Syria. Over 40,000 people are confirmed dead across Türkiye and Syria as of 14th February, with numbers expected to rise. Amongst those affected inside Syria are Syrians who are still displaced in their own country and living in flimsy shelters, tents, and partially destroyed buildings. In Türkiye, the impact also includes thousands of refugees and the communities that have been generously hosting them for nearly 12 years.
The earthquake has destroyed people’s homes and local infrastructure—families are in urgent need of relief items and shelter. Severe winter storms are sweeping through the region—families need urgent protection from icy winds, snow, and rain.
UNHCR is on the ground with emergency items including tents, food, blankets, and hygiene items. We encourage your support as it would make a big difference in the lives of affected people in Türkiye and Syria.
Please reach out to UNHCR Malaysia Partnership Unit, Nisa at mohamadk@unhcr.org to learn more.
We would also like to invite our members to join the briefing tonight on the emergency update, to learn how corporations and individuals can help to support the cause – To register for the briefing, please click here - https://unhcr.webex.com/webappng/sites/unhcr/meeting/register/a181b43fdc0c4417ba7a3d99a891fce3?ticket=4832534b000000063a1cb7ff5b4e9a1c2307f47ce3625237301435be78c50be7fba407801e3ad21f×tamp=1676449328653&RGID=rafa0a740af08415dfb3f197ce0770c73
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