John, for the first time in nearly 14 years of unimaginable conflict, there is a shared sense of hope in Syria.
After years of unrelenting violence, those living both inside and outside of Syria are united by the possibility of a brighter future. This fragile moment offers the chance for peace, stability and a better life for Syria’s children.
But although there is growing hope, children are still at risk, and their needs remain immense. The escalated violence of the last few weeks – on top of existing humanitarian and economic crises and last year’s devastating earthquakes that affected 38% of the population – has taken a toll, and children are the most impacted. Today, an estimated 16.7 million people across Syria need urgent assistance, including nearly 2.4 million children who are out of school.
For many families, this is the second or third time they’ve been forced to flee their homes, leaving behind everything they know. Health facilities in Aleppo are operating at maximum capacity, struggling to meet needs due to the overwhelming demand. Schools in Northern Syria are being used as collective shelters, displacing nearly 185,000 students.
One thing is absolutely clear: Children’s needs, protection and rights – regardless of their gender, age, ethnicity, religion or where they live – must be prioritized in the days ahead. And with this team’s remarkable support, we’re working around the clock to do exactly that.
Save the Children has operated in Syria since 2012, partnering with local organizations to provide essential aid. In the last week alone, we’ve scaled our response tremendously, delivering lifesaving food, water kits, blankets and other essentials to more than 7,500 people, with more help on the way.
