A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck east of Gaziantep on 6 February, severely affecting Turkish and Syrian communities. Three years on, IBC supports recovery through an integrated approach that revitalizes livelihoods and businesses, prioritizing women and former business owners with training and seed grants. The project equips vulnerable youth with construction skills and provides protection and referral services for Syrian refugees, strengthening resilience and local economic recovery.
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck east of Gaziantep on the winter morning of 6 February, knocking down buildings and forcing hundreds of people flee into the streets. The quake caused unprecedented damage to the Turkish and Syrian populations in the area, resulting in the loss of homes and jobs, disrupted access to education, and weakened protection for women and refugees. Three years on, IBC continues its work in the region to help rebuild the lives of the affected communities.
IBC will address the crisis through an integrated approach that revitalizes the local economy with sustainable livelihood support and business revival, prioritizing women and former business owners through training and seed grants. It will also equip low-income, low-educated youth with construction skills to repair homes and secure jobs. Furthermore, the project will provide protection, referral and awareness services specifically for Syrian refugees to strengthen their safety and resilience.
The project will create long-term impact by empowering women, former business owners, vulnerable youth, and Syrian refugees to rebuild sustainable livelihoods, reduce poverty, and lower their vulnerability. This will improve their overall well-being and that of their families. By restoring income sources, supporting business recovery, and providing skills and education, the project will contribute to the long-term revitalization and resilience of the local economy.
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