Türkiye

6 Şubat 2023’te meydana gelen depremler yalnızca binaları değil, duyguları da derinden sarstı. Bu süreçte 12 yaşındaki Mert* de Adıyaman’da depremlerden sonra ailesiyle birlikte bir konteyner kente taşındı. Yeni yaşam koşulları onu içine kapanmasına neden oldu; sessizleşti ve çevresiyle bağ kurmakta zorlandı. Save the Children Türkiye desteğiyle Gökkuşağı Derneği ortaklığında yürütülen Psikososyal Destek (MHPSS) faaliyetlerine düzenli katılım gösteren Mert, zamanla kendine güvenini yeniden kazandı ve duygularını ifade etmeyi öğrendi.

The earthquakes that struck on February 6, 2023, shook not only buildings but also emotions. In the aftermath, 12-year-old Mert* and his family relocated to a container settlement in Adıyaman. The new living conditions left Mert withdrawn, quiet, and struggling to connect with others. With support from Save the Children Türkiye and in partnership with Gökkuşağı Association, Mert began regularly attending Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) activities. Over time, he regained his self-confidence and learned to express his emotions.

Huma* (10), who was born with albinism, and her family were among the many affected by the devastating 2023 earthquakes in Hatay, Türkiye. Alongside the widespread destruction, Huma also faced daily challenges due to her visual impairment and the bullying she endured because of her appearance. With the holistic and child-centered support of Save the Children, Huma and her family have not only rebuilt their lives but also regained a sense of safety. Her story highlights the life-changing impact of inclusive humanitarian aid that recognizes and responds to the unique needs of every child.

Hatay’da yaşayan doğuştan albinizmli olan 10 yaşındaki Huma* ve ailesi, 2023 yılında Türkiye’de meydana gelen yıkıcı depremlerin ardından birçok aile gibi hayatlarını yeniden kurmak için büyük zorluklar yaşadı. Huma görme engelinin getirdiği zorlukların yanı sıra, dış görünüşü nedeniyle sürekli olarak zorbalığa maruz kaldı. Tüm bu zorluklara rağmen, onun hikayesi güç, dayanıklılık ve kapsamlı bir insani yardım müdahalesinin dönüştürücü gücünü yansıtıyor. Save the Children’ın ihtiyaçlarına özel olarak sunduğu destekler sayesinde, Huma ve ailesi hayatlarında yeniden bir istikrar ve güven duygusu kazanabildi.

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Save the Children Türkiye, Lale*'nin (12) yaşadığı konteyner kente bir çocuk dostu alan ve sosyal merkez kurarak burada Ruh Sağlığı ve Psikososyal Destek (MHPSS) faaliyetleri yürüttü. Bu faaliyetler kapsamında Lale*, 6-17 yaş arasındaki çocukların haklarını öğrenmelerini, duygusal gelişimlerini desteklemeyi ve topluma katılımlarını teşvik etmeyi amaçlayan Çocuk Komitesi'ne katılıyor. Bu inisiyatif sayesinde çocuklar, güvenlik, duygular ve sorumluluklar hakkında eğlenceli ve interaktif etkinliklerle öğrenim görüyor. Ayrıca grup anlaşmaları oluşturarak ihtiyaçlarını dile getirme ve yaşam alanlarını iyileştirme önerilerinde bulunma fırsatı yakalıyorlar. Toplantılarda, kız ve erkek çocuklar, cinsiyetleri ve milliyetleri ötesinde, birer birey olarak potansiyellerini keşfedip eşit bir şekilde etkileşim kuruyorlar. Lale*, bu komite toplantılarında kendisi gibi olabilmenin güvenini yaşıyor ve ekonomik güçlenme talebini dile getiriyor. Bu adımlar, toplumsal cinsiyet eşitliğini anlamaları için önemli bir temel oluşturuyor.

Save the Children Türkiye established a child friendly space and social center to the container city where Lale* (12) lives and has implemented MHPSS (Mental Health and Psychosocial Support) activities in the child-friendly space. As part of MHPSS activities, Lale* participates in the Children’s Committee, a program for children aged 6-17 that promotes awareness of their rights, emotional development, and community involvement. Through this initiative, children engage in fun, interactive activities to learn about safety, emotions, and responsibilities. They also contribute to creating group agreements, voice their needs, and suggest improvements for their living spaces. In the meetings girls and boys interacted with each other beyond their gender and nationality by recognizing their wholeness and potentials as equal individuals. Lale* feels encouraged to bring her authentic self to the committee meetings and to claim her economic empowerment which are both critical steps to promote the understanding of gender equality.

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