Turkey quakes leave children traumatized and at risk
By DW
23 February 2023 |
7:47 am
In the aftermath of the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, the level of trauma suffered by survivors is enormous. Among the homeless are thousands of children. They are particularly vulnerable and urgently need help.
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