The Worst Earthquake in Turkey this Century

A 7.9-magnitude earthquake struck the Pazarck district of Kahramanmaraş in southeast Turkey on 6 February 2023 at 4.17 am. It severely impacts the majority of Turkey and northern Syria, causing more than 9,000 deaths as of 8 February 2023. Because of the region's sub-freezing temperatures, many families who lost their homes are sleeping on the streets and using any necessary means to stay warm.

Let us respond in love to our brothers and sisters who are affected by the earthquake. We welcome Catholics in Singapore who desire to contribute by joining us in prayer for all who are suffering or by giving in any way.

Photos Credit: VOA, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons | Caritas Syria | Caritas Turkey

CHARIS is appealing for S$300,000 (Revised on 10 February 2023) in support of Caritas Internationalis' national organisations on the ground to provide emergency relief aid for the quake victims.

** All donations will be used for the objectives stated. In the event that donations exceed the disbursements for this specific humanitarian/disaster response, any surplus or unspent money can be used for other overseas humanitarian aid and disaster relief efforts of the Archdiocese of Singapore in accordance with the laws and regulations of Singapore.

Caritas Internationalis (CI) is a confederation of over 160 members who are working at the grassroots in almost every country of the world. When a crisis hits, Caritas is already on the ground. Inspired by the Catholic faith, Caritas is the helping hand of the Church - reaching out to the poor, vulnerable, and excluded, regardless of race and religion, to build a world based on justice and fraternal love. CI has its headquarters in Rome, coordinating emergency operations, formulating development policies, and advocating for a better world for everyone. CHARIS and Caritas Singapore are member organisations of Caritas Internationalis.

Read more: https://www.caritas.org/who-we-are/