Recreational activities and psychological support for displaced people in Qamishli to promote recovery and bring smiles

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As part of the efforts of the psychological support team at the Kurdish Red Crescent, recreational activities were conducted for displaced and resident children at the Paulos Yaqoub School in Qamishli. These activities aimed to alleviate stress and bring smiles to their faces through play and group interaction, rekindling a sense of childhood.
In parallel, psychological support sessions were provided for adults to create a safe space for expression and participation, and to support them in overcoming the effects of difficult circumstances.
We believe that psychological support is not a luxury, but an essential part of recovery.

The Kurdish Red Crescent brings smiles to the faces of martyrs’ children with a humanitarian support initiative.

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The Kurdish Red Crescent organized a special event for the children of martyrs, during which toys were distributed with support from the Hero Organization, in addition to clothing provided by the Kurdistan Red Crescent.
This initiative aimed to bring joy to the children’s hearts, alleviate the effects of the difficult circumstances they are experiencing, and strengthen the spirit of solidarity and care for them.
Sincere thanks and appreciation to all the supporting organizations that contribute to bringing smiles to the children’s faces and supporting them.

A humanitarian initiative to support children with cancer and thalassemia through blood donation.

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A number of generous donors donated blood today to the Kurdish Red Crescent Hospital for Oncology and Thalassemia, responding to the humanitarian appeal and demonstrating their commitment to supporting sick children.
The donors also brought joy to the children by bringing cakes that put smiles and happiness on their faces.
🔹 We express our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who contributes to spreading hope and giving.

The Kurdish Red Crescent provides toys, heaters, and psychological support sessions for children in shelter schools.

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The Protection and Psychological Support Office of the Kurdish Red Crescent continues its activities in the schools of Liwa and Saqr Quraish, providing psychological support sessions for children that include drawing, play, concentration exercises, and stress relief activities.
Toys and heaters were also distributed to the schools with support from Humanity & Inclusion (HI), as part of efforts to create a safer and warmer environment for our children.

Our field teams continue to support displaced families from Serê Kaniyê and Afrin residing in Hasakah.

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Our field teams continue to support displaced families from Ras al-Ayn and Afrin residing in Hasakah, by providing relief aid and securing their basic needs, out of our belief in the duty to stand by our people in all circumstances.

Despite the challenges, the health response through our mobile clinic continues in Kobani

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Despite the escalating challenges resulting from the siege, the Kurdish Red Crescent continues its humanitarian work, having activated its mobile clinic in Kobani to provide emergency medical services and primary care to the residents.
This step comes as part of a rapid response to the growing health needs and to ensure the continued delivery of services to those who need them most.

Hundreds of displaced families arrive at Nowruz camp

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Hundreds of families forcibly displaced from Sheikh Maqsoud, Tabqa, and Raqqa are arriving at Nowruz camp amid dire humanitarian conditions and a severe shortage of all basic necessities.
The Kurdish Red Crescent continues to provide emergency medical services as the number of arrivals increases daily.
The displaced families, most of whom are women and children, are in urgent need of all forms of humanitarian assistance

Hundreds of displaced families arrive at Nowruz camp

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Hundreds of families forcibly displaced from Sheikh Maqsoud, Tabqa, and Raqqa are arriving at Nowruz camp amid dire humanitarian conditions and a severe shortage of all basic necessities.
The Kurdish Red Crescent continues to provide emergency medical services as the number of arrivals increases daily.
The displaced families, most of whom are women and children, are in urgent need of all forms of humanitarian assistance.

A catastrophic humanitarian situation with increasing numbers of displaced people.

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The Kurdish Red Crescent continues its emergency response to those displaced from the Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh, Tabqa, and Raqqa neighborhoods of Qamishli.
Blankets and mattresses are currently being distributed amidst a catastrophic humanitarian situation, with the number of displaced people increasing as the country experiences a severe cold wave, necessitating urgent humanitarian intervention.

71 awareness sessions as part of the anti-violence campaign

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As part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, and in coordination with civil society organizations and the Women’s Authority, the Psychosocial Support Department of the Kurdish Red Crescent conducted 71 awareness and psychosocial support sessions in Al-Hol and Washokani camps and our various centers. The sessions aimed to raise awareness about gender-based violence and online extortion.
The campaign saw the participation of 327 beneficiaries, including 299 women and girls. The sessions included:
✨ Awareness workshops
✨ Interactive activities to promote trust and digital protection
✨ Individual and group psychosocial support sessions
✨ Sharing messages of hope and empowerment
The women’s messages were a voice of hope and resilience:
“I hope peace will prevail…”, “You are strong and deserve safety,” “Seeking support is courageous.”
We are proud of the women’s trust in us and of the partnerships that strengthen our ability to protect the community and build a safer environment for al