More than 30,000 people have been killed and millions severely affected by the major earthquakes that recently hit large parts of Türkiye (Turkey) and Syria.

The epicentre of the first 7.8 magnitude earthquake was near Gaziantep in south-east Türkiye, close to the border with Syria. It is the strongest on record in the area and struck in the early hours of 6 February as people were sleeping. Many thousands of homes have collapsed, with people trapped in the rubble.

UNICEF in Syria is mobilising supplies and services to support the urgent needs of children and families. In Türkiye, UNICEF has mobilised critical emergency supplies and ensured evacuation to safe spaces for children in affected areas.

UNICEF is especially concerned for the safety and wellbeing of children who have lost their homes, those who are sleeping rough, and those who have been separated from their families. Schools, hospitals and other medical and educational facilities have been damaged or destroyed by the earthquakes, further affecting children.

Children face extra risks to their health without supplies of food and clean water. UNICEF is working round the clock to protect the health and welfare of children.

Please help us reach children and families affected by these devastating earthquakes. Fundraise for UNICEF today.