The fall of President Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024 sparked hope that one of the world’s largest and most complex displacement crises was nearing its end.
For over a decade, displaced Syrians faced immense challenges, with many forced to live in overcrowded camps with limited access to work, education and healthcare. At the peak of conflict, over 13 million Syrians-half the pre-war population-were uprooted.
Since December, more than 1 million refugees and 1.5 million internally displaced people have crossed back into Syria, and while families are filled with hope, they face heartbreaking realities.
“The challenges here are many. People are returning to homes without roofs, without kitchens, without anything.” Hiba Shannan, UNHCR Officer in Dar’a, Syria.
- After 14 years of conflict and the devastating 2023 earthquakes,
homes have been reduced to rubble. - Communities are left without safe housing, water, electricity, or basic sanitation.
- A staggering 16.7 million people inside Syria still in need of humanitarian aid.
- Living in partially destroyed buildings and makeshift shelters, Syrian families will have little protection from the harsh winter months ahead.
Despite the hardships they face, Syrian returnees are determined to rebuild their country, one day at a time.
Every donation is a much-needed lifeline for those in need and with your support, UNHCR will provide cash for shelter, essential repairs, and small business support so families can live in safety and regain their independence once more.
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