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One year after the Turkish-Syrian earthquake: living amidst devastation and discrimination
On February 6 2023, the southern regions of Türkiye and adjacent areas in northwestern Syria were struck by two earthquakes measuring 7.8 and 7.6 magnitudes. In Türkiye alone, over 50,000 people lost their lives, and more than 100,000 buildings and homes were reduced to rubble, displacing numerous families. Sleeping at home was not an option…
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One Year After the Earthquakes: the Situation of Syrian Refugees in Türkiye
This policy brief by 11.11.11 and Upinion presents the results of two online conversations conducted with Syrian refugees in Türkiye, in October 2023 and January 2024. It aims to highlights key concerns and needs that Syrians in Türkiye are dealing with, one year after the devastating earthquakes that struck Southern Türkiye and Northern Syria on…
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Highlight in CHS Alliance’s Newsletter: Cordaid and Upinion’s collaborative work in Yemen
📣 We are excited to highlight our collaboration with Cordaid in the latest CHS Alliance Newsletter! Through Upinion‘s digital engagement platform, we have empowered Yemeni communities to co-design their mental health application from the very beginning of development. By placing individuals’ needs and preferences at the core of the design process, we foster meaningful participation, communication, and subsequently enhance accessibility…
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Celebrating a milestone in the co-creation of a Mental Health Application for Yemen!
We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the pilot phase for our Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Web App! Over the past few months, our dedicated team at Upinion, in collaboration with Cordaid, Dutch Relief Alliance, and Family Counseling & Development Foundation, has been working tirelessly to turn this vision into reality.…
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Status of communication and information in Gaza
In the midst of a frightful humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, the dire need for immediate assistance cannot be overstated. The region is reeling from a scarcity of essentials, with over 1.1 million people in motion, their lives hanging in the balance. Water, food, fuel, and even basic medical supplies are alarmingly scarce. Yet,…
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A successful Triple Nexus approach: perceptions from individuals in Lebanon
‘Triple Nexus’ has found its place as yet another captivating buzzword within the international aid community, governments, and academia. But what does it really mean on the ground? Upinion and partner ALEF act for human rights went straight to the source and engaged in conversations with nearly 500 individuals in Lebanon. Their voices shed light on 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭…
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Political Goals over Moral Obligations: Europe’s Troubled Response in the Mediterranean
🔎 New Blog Alert! ❕ So far this year, the Libyan Coast Guard has intercepted over 5,750 people, often subjecting them to torture, extortion, and sexual abuse in detention centers, as well as more than 1000 people lost their lives or went missing in the Mediterranean sea. Europe’s focus on restrictive measures raises concerns about…
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Political Goals over Moral Obligations: Europe’s Troubled Response in the Mediterranean
The issue of irregular migration has plagued the Mediterranean region in recent years, with Libya serving as a major transit point for individuals desperately seeking safety, security, and livelihoods. However, despite the harrowing stories, countless deaths, and the deteriorating situation in Libya and other African countries, Europe’s response has been primarily focused on curbing migration…
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Policy Brief – Assessing the Current Status of Syrian Refugees in Türkiye
Yesterday marked the first round of the 2023 General Elections in Türkiye, providing citizens with the chance to exercise their democratic right to vote. The political discourse leading up to the elections has taken a concerning turn, with Syrian refugees being scapegoated and even subjected to forced deportations to gain political points and direct voting…
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Putting Syrian Refugees Centre Stage – Refugee Protection Watch
📣 New publication-alert! A recent online conversation with the refugee community highlights that despite the aim of UNHCR to “employ participatory methodologies” and “promote feedback and response systems”, a majority of Syrian refugees in Lebanon do not feel or only feel somewhat included in decision-making processes and feedback mechanisms. Together with partners of the Refugee…