As the war has entered its fourteenth year, mental health conditions continue to deteriorate in refugee camps in northeast Syria.

Ebtisam* has known displacement and loss from a young age. She was only 5 years old when her mother passed away and only 8 when she had to flee her home. She now lives in difficult conditions with her two children and husband’s family at a refugee camp in northeast Syria.

As Syria has entered its fourteenth year of war, its health infrastructure has almost completely broken down and what remains of it is on the verge of collapse. With support from the EU, IRC teams have trained clinical staff and health workers providing reproductive health treatments to women in need.

Amidst the journeys undertaken by numerous asylum seekers across the Americas in pursuit of safety and security, they encounter a significant challenge: the lack of reliable information to alleviate their hardships. Hence, the IRC supports displaced people on their journey by facilitating access to digital platforms where they can encounter information and services they need. This initiative forms a crucial component of an integrated regional project funded by the European Union (EU).

Leaving one's hometown in search of asylum is often a harrowing journey, caused by dire circumstances such as crime, rampant violence, and instability. This departure marks the beginning of a turbulent journey, defined by uncertainty and resilience, as individuals navigate the complex web of immigration policies and seek refuge in unfamiliar lands.

Summary of resettlement and humanitarian admission pledges made by EU states signing a joint letter calling for tougher migration measures