Syrian children of Atmeh refugee camp celebrate third anniversary: The Syrian revolution which started in March 2011 in a wave of protests that swept the country against the brutality of Al Assad’s regime entered its fourth year on March 15th 2014. In its third anniversary, Atmeh refugee camp, located near the Syrian-Turkish border commemorated the revolution amid refugees’ mixed feelings of deprivation they endured due to their displacement, and optimism for a near return to their homes. “Grass al -Amal a volunteer team in the camp, wanted to celebrate the revolution anniversary and draw hope on the faces of displaced. This varied festival aimed to be a reminder of a great uprising that stood against the tyranny and lifted the restrictions to reach a freedom era, according to the organizers. Mr. Abdul Razzaq, the team director said “the goal of the festival is to deliver the refugees’ voice to the world, put a smile on children faces, and display a theatrical scene that demonstrates where the revolution reached in its third year. Abdul Razzaq confirmed to Zaman Alwasl that no financial support was given to the festival administration from anyone, and that all donations have been collected from members of the team, and also indicated that preparation were carried out by ( Bassmah Grass Al- Amal ), which emanates from the same group . The festival included theatrical performances for children, raising signs to symbolize the suffering of the Syrian people in general and children in the camps in particular, in addition to a contest, titled Who will win the country?” The team consists of a group of young men and women from Atameh camp, who took it upon themselves to contribute to the coordination and distribution of aid which arrives from brotherly and friendly countries. The team also takes care of a number of needy families in the camp and organize cultural and educational events every once in a while. Meanwhile, thousands marched in Western capitals to support the people of Syria, who entered the fourth year of a conflict that has left at least 146,000 dead and spawned the worlds largest displaced population. Translation by Dani Murad
Posted on: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 12:03:34 +0000
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