The STRIVE (Supporting Transition, Recovery, Inclusion & Vocational Empowerment) Project has officially begun with an opening meeting, aiming to minimize the devastating effects of the earthquake and enhance economic resilience. Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the project is implemented through the British Red Cross (BRC). While the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) provides technical support, the Türk Kızılay Community-Based Migration Programs Coordination serves as the implementing partner in the field.
Partnership Agreement Signed, Implementation Started
At the project launch meeting held on February 4-5, 2025, opening speeches were delivered by Alper Küçük, Director General of International Relations and Migration Affairs at Türk Kızılay; Jessie Thompson, IFRC Head of Delegation in Türkiye; Roohi Malik, FCDO International Development Director; and Julia Brothwell, BRC Partnership Manager. Following the speeches, the tripartite partnership agreement was signed, officially marking the commencement of the project.
Reaching Thousands Across 7 Provinces
The STRIVE Project will be implemented in Adana, Adıyaman, Gaziantep, Hatay, Kahramanmaraş, Malatya, and Şanlıurfa, with a planned duration of five years. The key objectives of the project include:
- Conducting seven comprehensive labor market supply-demand analyses,
- Providing Turkish language training to 3,150 individuals,
- Offering vocational training to 2,625 participants,
- Delivering social skills development training to 6,300 individuals,
- Supporting the employment of 6,510 people,
- Providing work permit consultancy to 1,414 individuals and covering permit fees,
- Organizing 28 career fairs,
- Supporting 600 SMEs.
In total, 11,624 earthquake-affected individuals are expected to benefit from the project.
A Strong Step for the Earthquake Region
Beyond creating employment opportunities, the STRIVE Project aims to strengthen social cohesion and support the economic resilience of communities. With the Türk Kızılay Community-Based Migration Programs Coordination as the field implementer, this initiative aspires to contribute to the long-term economic recovery of the region and build a sustainable future for those affected by the earthquake.