On February 6, 2023, a catastrophic earthquake struck Southern Türkiye and Northwestern Syria. Initially, the earthquake hit Gaziantep at a magnitude of 7.8 followed by another 7.5 earthquake. The Kahramanmaras earthquake has become the biggest disaster in this last century as the death toll passes 33,000. The Syrian, Turkish and Kurdish people are in dire need of humanitarian aid as it is difficult for them to access foreign relief.

In this time it is critical to provide support for the students and families who have been impacted by the earthquakes. Any and all funds raised during this campaign will support families, relief, and rebuilding efforts. We will be supporting these trusted foundations: Save the Children, & Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS).

Educational sites
https://thesyriacampaign.org/
https://www.aljazeera.com/where/syria/
https://mideastmatters.carrd.co/

Local Support Services
https://nccpeterborough.ca/
https://cmhahkpr.ca/
https://www.trentu.ca/wellness/counselling
https://www.trentu.ca/currentstudents/student-support/peer-support-program