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Escalation of obstacles and hardships: Insights from Syrian refugees in Türkiye
In partnership with 11.11.11 and the Refugee Council of Türkiye (TMK), Upinion presents its latest joint report gathering insights from Syrian refugees in Türkiye on the escalation of their obstacles and hardships. Between July and September 2024, Upinion conducted three discussions focused on the current challenges and future hopes of Syrian refugees in Türkiye. As…
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Voices of Lebanon amidst war: Insights from affected communities and best way to help
In light of the current and ongoing Israeli attacks and acts of aggression against Lebanon, over 2 000 people have been killed and 9 000 wounded since the 8th of October 2023, with an estimated 1.2 million civilians who have been forced to flee their homes. At Upinion, we stand in solidarity with affected communities,…
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Syrian Refugees’ perspectives on current developments around a EU-Lebanon migration “deal”
Through a recent online conversation with 331 Syrian refugees in Lebanon, conducted via Upinion’s digital platform, we uncover their fears, safety concerns, and migration plans amidst this problematic deal. Their insights call for a reassessment of the recent plans for the EU-Lebanon migration deal, urging the EU and its member states to prioritise human rights…
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“Listen to us” – Affected people reimagining feedback – Upinion’s session at HNPW 2024
We’re thrilled to share that Upinion, together with CDAC Network, will be hosting the session ‘“Listen to us” – Affected people reimagining feedback’ at the Humanitarians Networks and Partnerships Week (HNPW)! But that’s not all – we’re not going alone. We will be joined digitally by our vibrant communities from Yemen, Lebanon, and Türkiye. Together,…
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Ukrainian refugees’ realities in Moldova and Poland two years on
At the start of this year, Upinion and the Norwegian Refugee Council engaged with refugees in Ukraine, Moldova, and Poland, marking two years since the war began. While we’ve previously shared perspectives from communities within Ukraine, we now present in-depth insights into the hardships of more than 1,100 refugees from Ukraine currently residing in Moldova…
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A Conversation with and about Syrian refugees: Real-time engagement 22.02.2024
“I hope everyone understands that Syrians only left their country in search of safety and do not wish to burden anyone. We have capabilities and should be treated with humanity and equality.” – Syrian female in Türkiye This sentiment was shared by one of Upinion’s community members who actively engaged during our recent event, ‘A…
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Destruction and Displacement in Ukraine: The Cost to Civilians Two Years On
February 24 marks two years since the major escalation of war in Ukraine. The impact of the war has been devastating, with over 10,200 civilians confirmed killed and more than 19,300 injured, with under-reporting, it is likely the actual numbers of those killed and injured is significantly higher. Nearly four million people, including roughly one…
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Media Spotlight: Upinion’s report on Syrian refugees in Türkiye featured by Gazet van Antwerpen and Het Nieuwsblad
One year after the earthquake in Türkiye, Upinion and its partner 11.11.11, the Belgian umbrella organisation of International Solidarity, show in a new report that the situation of Syrian refugees in Türkiye is alarming and requires immediate attention by the international community. It is rewarding to see the dialogue around Upinion’s research gaining traction in the…
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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…