White Helmets volunteers saved almost 3,000 people from the destruction caused by the earthquake. They pledge commitment to the principles of “Humanity, Solidarity, Impartiality” as outlined under international humanitarian law and assert their impartiality in the Syrian conflict. In a place where public services no longer function, these humanitarian volunteers risk their lives to help anyone in need – regardless of their religion or politics. The majority of the volunteers' activity in Syria consists of medical evacuation, urban search and rescue in response to bombing, evacuation of civilians from danger areas, and essential service delivery. Some of the long term goals currently include rebuilding schools in the areas, creating and opening elderly facilities, student dorms, and rehabilitation centers.įormed in 2014 during the Syrian Civil War, The White Helmets is a volunteer organization that operates in parts of opposition-controlled Syria and in Turkey. Alongside rescue efforts, they have provided urgent basic needs such as containers, tents, hot meals, generators, blankets, and clothing to thousands affected. Since the first day of the earthquakes, Ahbap volunteers have been working on the ground.
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