Khalsa Aid delivers 1,750 food and hygiene packs to families across Southern Türkiye

The distributions took place across Kahramanmaraş, Antakya, Yayladağı, Reyhanlı and Kırıkhan, supporting widows, orphaned children, families experiencing financial hardship, and individuals living with disabilities.

Over the course of the mission, essential aid reached some of the region’s most vulnerable communities, many of whom continue to face the long-term effects of conflict, displacement and the devastating earthquakes.

Supporting families in Kahramanmaraş

The relief mission began on Friday, 8 May, in Kahramanmaraş, where Khalsa Aid distributed 400 food packs and 400 hygiene packs. Each family received a 20kg food pack alongside a hygiene kit.

The distribution primarily supported widows and children who had lost husbands and fathers due to war and the earthquakes.

During the visit, the Khalsa Aid team spoke with a mother and her 19-year-old daughter, who shared the ongoing challenges families continue to face amid rising living costs and economic uncertainty.

While some families have left in search of employment and stability elsewhere, many remain and continue to depend on humanitarian support.

Reaching families in Antakya and Yayladağı

On Saturday, 9 May, Khalsa Aid delivered a further 550 aid units across Antakya and Yayladağı.

The team distributed 250 aid boxes to families in need in Antakya before travelling to Yayladağı Camp, where an additional 300 aid units were provided to refugee families.

Prioritising accessibility in Reyhanlı

On Sunday, 10 May, Khalsa Aid distributed 400 aid units across two locations within Reyhanlı Camp.

Working alongside camp organisers, the team ensured individuals with disabilities, including visually impaired beneficiaries, were prioritised throughout the distribution process.

Final distribution in Kırıkhan

The final stage of the mission took place on Monday, 11 May, in Kırıkhan, where a further 400 aid units were delivered.

This brought the four-day operation to a close, with 1,750 food and hygiene aid units distributed across southern Türkiye.

The impact of the mission

Across the four-day relief effort, Khalsa Aid provided support to:

-Widows and orphaned children
-Syrian refugee families
-Earthquake-affected households
-Families facing severe financial hardship
-Individuals with disabilities and accessibility needs

Many families across southern Türkiye continue to live with the lasting consequences of war, displacement and natural disaster. Khalsa Aid remains committed to supporting vulnerable communities with essential food and hygiene assistance.