Syria’s Struggle: From War to Rebuilding Amidst Ongoing Hardships  

The Syrian Civil War, which began in 2011, has left a devastating impact on the country and its people. Over 580,000 lives have been lost, and millions have been displaced. While the recent takeover by Syria’s new government has brought an end to one chapter of conflict, the road to recovery remains long and uncertain. The scars of war run deep, and for many Syrians, especially women and children, survival remains a daily battle.  

After years of war, natural disasters, and displacement, Syrians are now navigating the harsh realities of rebuilding their country while still enduring poverty, insecurity, and a lack of essential services. Despite the political shift, vulnerable groups—including women, widows, and orphans—continue to suffer, trapped in cycles of exploitation, malnutrition, and inadequate healthcare.  

THE DEVASTATION CAUSED BY THE PREVIOUS GOVERNMENT IS ALMOST ON PAR WITH GAZA

The Ongoing Struggle for Women in Syria  

Women in Syria have been among the hardest hit by the crisis. The war may be over, but their suffering continues. Many remain displaced, struggling to feed their children and find work, while others still face abuse and exploitation in refugee camps and informal settlements.  

In devastated places around Damascus like Gouta and Yarmouk, many widows struggle to put basic food on the table to feed their children. They will do hard labourious work just to earn a few dollars a month. The sutuation is the same in Homs, Hama and Aleppo. 

Key Challenges for Women in Syria:  

1. Economic Hardship: 

   - The war has left countless women as the sole providers for their families, often without stable employment or financial support.  

   - Many are trapped in a cycle of poverty, forced into underpaid labor or even marriage as a means of survival.  

2. Healthcare Crisis: 

   - Limited access to maternal healthcare has led to rising maternal and infant mortality rates.  

   - Psychological trauma is widespread, yet mental health services remain scarce.  

#Aid for Women by Women: Forgotten Women’s Ethical Approach  

Forgotten Women is committed to ensuring that humanitarian aid reaches women safely, without exploitation. Reports have exposed how aid workers from international organizations, including the UN, have demanded sexual favors in exchange for food and shelter. 

Our charity operates with a strict ethical code of conduct, ensuring that women receive the help they need without fear of abuse or coercion.  

What Forgotten Women Is Doing to Help  

We take a two-pronged approach—providing emergency aid for immediate survival and long-term empowerment to break the cycle of poverty.  

#Immediate Aid: Food & Sanitation for Women  

1. Food Security:  

   - Displaced women and children face severe hunger due to limited resources and overcrowded refugee camps.  

   - We provide nutritious emergency food packs to sustain families during their most vulnerable periods.  

2. Safe Sanitation for Women:  

   - In crisis zones, access to clean and private toilets is a major challenge, forcing women to risk their safety for basic hygiene.  

   - Forgotten Women builds safe toilets and shower units to protect the dignity and security of displaced women and girls.  

#Long-Term Solution: Women-Led Businesses  

We believe in providing a hand-up, not a handout. Our Women in Business initiative helps Syrian women earn an income through small businesses, empowering them to break free from extreme poverty.  

- 95% Success Rate – Women who start their own businesses no longer rely on handouts.  

- Financial Independence – Women become self-sufficient, supporting their children without resorting to desperate measures.  

- Dignity Restored – Instead of being treated as victims, women become entrepreneurs and community leaders.  

How You Can Help  

Every donation makes a direct impact on the lives of Syrian women:  

💠 Emergency Food Pack (7 weeks) – £60  

💠 Women in Business – £1000  

The war may be over, but for many women in Syria, the struggle is far from finished. Together, we can help them rebuild—not just their homes, but their dignity, independence, and future.  

📢 Donate today and be part of the change.