Support for those suffering from the consequences of the earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria

The earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria cause a lot of worry and concern for the people in these countries but also for Turkish and Syrian members of the Aalto community who have relatives and friends in these countries. They now need understanding and support from the university and the whole community. Aalto University personnel will contact the Turkish and Syrian members of our community to offer support.

If you need support in dealing with the crisis

• Should you face any problems or questions arising from the situation at work or during your studies, please write to [email protected]. A multi-professional team will read and treat all messages from students and staff on a confidential basis.
• The staff may also contact occupational health care or the HR Services of their school or unit.
• Mielen Chat and Mielen Sparri (Mind Chat & Mind Sparring): a low-threshold support service provided by occupational health care, where you can discuss anonymously with an expert and, when needed, receive further referral.
• Students may contact the Finnish Student Health Service (FSHS), the learning services of their school or the Starting Point of Wellbeing.
• Aalto chaplains are available to all members of the Aalto community, regardless of religion or outlook on life.

How can I help earthquake victims?

According to the UN's estimate, around 20 million people may have to suffer from the consequences of the earthquakes. Many people want to help those who are suffering. Financial aid should be directed to established, experienced and reliable aid organisations that have experience in how to work together with the authorities and other aid organisations in crisis situations. They have storage space, distribution channels and networks through which help can reach its destination.

Aid organisations also know best what kind of material aid is most needed in the destination, and through established organisations the money will most certainly reach its destination. 

Punainen Risti (Finnish Red Cross)
Web: you can help by donating to disaster relief fund 
Phone: call 0600 12220 (20.28 € + local network charge)
SMS: send SPR20 to number 16499 (price per message 20 €)
Mobilepay: number 10900
Bank transfer: OP FI52 5000 0120 4156 73 (recipient: Red Cross, reference number 5186)

Unicef
Web: help keep children safe by donating
SMS: message UNICEF to number 16110 (price per message 20 €).
Mobilepay: number 24155

Pelastakaa Lapset (Save the Children Finland)
Web: help and shelter for children under crisis
MobilePay: number 20061