Safe Housing Syrian Arab Republic Project #72186

Safe Shelter for Widowed Mothers in Syria

by YASMEN YARDIMLASMA VE DAYANISMA DERNEGI

Project Report | Apr 30, 2026
Campaign Update: Initial Needs Assessment Underway in Daraya, Syria

By Yasmina | Project Leader

Dear Supporters,

We would like to share an important early update from the field as our campaign begins its first phase.

Our team at Freedom Jasmine has recently conducted an initial needs assessment in Daraya, Syria, focusing on some of the most vulnerable families — households led by widowed mothers, wives of detainees, and women who have carried the full responsibility of their families through years of conflict and displacement.

The findings are both urgent and deeply concerning.

As families begin returning to their homes after years of displacement, many are finding that what they left behind is no longer livable. Our assessment identified more than 50 women-headed households currently living in homes that are partially or completely uninhabitable.

These homes have suffered years of damage — from exposure, neglect, and the lasting impact of conflict. What once were safe spaces are now structurally unsafe, with damaged walls, broken roofs, and conditions that pose serious risks to families, especially children.

The women we met are showing incredible resilience. They have returned determined to rebuild their lives, often with very limited resources. However, the reality they face is harsh — returning home has not meant stability, but rather a new set of challenges.

At this stage, the needs range from basic repairs such as fixing roofs, doors, and windows, to full reconstruction in cases where homes are no longer safe to inhabit.

Without timely support, these families remain at risk of:

Exposure to harsh weather conditions
Serious safety hazards
Ongoing psychological distress
And the possibility of being displaced once again

We are currently reviewing these findings carefully to determine the most effective way to respond and ensure that your support creates meaningful and lasting impact.

We will continue to keep you updated as the next steps of the campaign take shape.

Thank you for standing with these families at such a critical time.

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Dec 31, 2025
Restoring Dignity and Safety After the Earthquake!

By Yasmina | Project Leader

Dear Supporter,

Thanks to your compassion and commitment to preserving human dignity, families who lost everything in the 2023 earthquake in Northwest Syria are beginning to rebuild their lives. Today, we would like to share an important update on a housing restoration initiative implemented by Freedom Jasmine Organization (FJO).

In response to the devastating earthquake and subsequent fires, FJO launched a targeted humanitarian initiative centered on preserving dignity, with a particular focus on female-headed households — women who had already lost their primary breadwinners due to the Syrian conflict and were left solely responsible for their children.

The initiative supported five female-headed families whose temporary shelters were severely damaged or completely destroyed. Among the beneficiaries was a dedicated volunteer who had previously worked with FJO, reflecting our deep commitment to standing by community members who have contributed to our mission.

Through direct financial assistance, these families were able to rebuild and rehabilitate their living spaces. Support focused on replacing destroyed shelters, providing essential materials for safe reconstruction, and ensuring families could return to secure and dignified housing after losing everything in the disaster.

The impact of this intervention has been profound. Families regained safety and privacy, which are especially critical for women and children in displacement settings. They were able to leave overcrowded camps — environments where women face increased risks of harassment and abuse — and return to more stable living conditions. Restored housing also helped ease psychological trauma caused by both the earthquake and years of conflict, giving children a safer environment to grow and continue their education.

Most importantly, this initiative reinforced empowerment and dignity. By supporting women-led households, the project recognized their leadership and resilience, enabling them to take an active role in rebuilding their lives despite overwhelming hardship.

This housing restoration initiative was more than construction — it was the rebuilding of lives. For five families, it meant a roof that offers protection, stability, and hope amid loss and displacement. Thank you for standing with Syrian women and families and for making dignity, safety, and recovery possible when it matters most.

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