RIYADH: The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) launched voluntary projects in Jordan and Gambia on Wednesday.
In collaboration with Jordan’s Zaatari camp, KSrelief launched the 20th voluntary program for Syrian refugees from July 23 to 27.
In July, KSrelief celebrated World Skills Day in Zaatari camp and hosted activities which focused on empowering young refugees and gaining new skills.
Our job is to restore hope at every step of their journey. pic.twitter.com/H1C0DUue1F
— KSrelief (@KSRelief_EN) July 26, 2023
Sewing machines and kits were also distributed to women across the camp who had previously undergone training on sewing skills through the community service center.
KSrelief additionally inaugurated a voluntary medical program for cancer treatment, vascular and pediatric surgery in Gambia.
#KSrelief launches the urgent volunteer medical project in Gambia, with different specialties that include :
Cancer surgery
Vascular surgery
Pediatric surgery pic.twitter.com/ebjoR0jv5f— KSrelief (@KSRelief_EN) July 26, 2023
Seven volunteers performed 24 life saving operations including cancer treatment, vascular and pediatric procedures.
These initiatives are among many the Kingdom has launched through KSrelief to support those in need.