Alwaleed Philanthropies “Global” and International Medical Corps Collaborate to Support Thousands of People in Syria and Türkiye
Through the support of Alwaleed Philanthropies’ “Global,” chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Alwaleed bin Talal Al Saud, International Medical Corps has effectively launched critical initiatives in Syria and Turkey to aid refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and vulnerable communities.
This initiative facilitates the rehabilitation of Al Raml Primary Healthcare Center in Tartous, Syria, to procure and deliver essential medical equipment and supplies, and to provide training to 25 healthcare professionals at the center—improvements that strengthened Al Raml’s position as a crucial healthcare provider in the region and enabled it to serve 40,295 people throughout the duration of the project. This support has been essential in bolstering the local health department's capacity to maintain treatment and address urgent healthcare needs.
In addition, the initiative has enabled International Medical Corps to provide physical therapy and rehabilitation services in the Altinozu and Yayldagi districts of Hatay, Turkey, to 2,692 people living with injuries or disabilities, enhancing their psychological well-being and daily functioning, and reducing the severity of their mental health conditions and psychological distress. It also has improved the accessibility and awareness of mental health and psychosocial support services for those with diverse needs, as well as coordination of and referrals to those services.
This collaborative effort highlights the significance of international and local partnerships in addressing urgent healthcare needs, in enhancing community well-being through comprehensive medical interventions and in strengthening health system capacities. With the support of Alwaleed Philanthropies “Global,” International Medical Corps has been able to successfully expand such partnerships to reach more affected people and communities, particularly in underserved or difficult-to-access areas.
HRH Princess Lamia Bint Majed Al Saud, Secretary General of Alwaleed Philanthropies, stated that this partnership with the International Medical Corps strengthens Alwaleed Philanthropies' commitment to supporting humanity and empowering communities. By rehabilitating healthcare facilities and providing essential services in Syria and Turkey, we aim to enhance the well-being and empowerment of these communities. This partnership reflects our belief in the importance of providing sustainable support to achieve development and prosperity for all.
International Medical Corps remains committed to further enhancing partnerships with local authorities, community leaders and stakeholders to improve coordination and collaboration in disaster response and recovery efforts.
About International Medical Corps
International Medical Corps is a global first responder that delivers emergency medical and related services to those affected by conflict, disaster and disease, no matter where they are, no matter the conditions. It also trains people in their communities, providing them with the skills they need to recover, chart their own path to self-reliance and become effective first responders themselves. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, it is a nonprofit with no religious or political affiliation, and now has more than 8,700 staff members around the world, 96% of whom are locally hired. Since its founding, it has operated in more than 80 countries, and provided more than $4.5 billion in emergency relief and training to communities worldwide.
About Alwaleed Philanthropies
Over four decades, Alwaleed Philanthropies has supported and spent more than $4.4 billion on social welfare and initiated more than 1,000 projects in over 190 countries, managed by 10 Saudi female members, and reaching more than 1 billion beneficiaries around the world, regardless of gender, race or religion. Alwaleed Philanthropies collaborates with a range of philanthropic, governmental, and nongovernmental to combat poverty, empower women and youth, develop communities, provide disaster relief and create cultural understanding through education.
