Hello everyone from the tenth issue of our News from the Ecosystem series!
As IDEMA, INOGAR, and Needs Map, we are institutions that are nourished by the same creative ecosystem, working in collaboration and coordination. In this context, in our monthly newsletters, we cover developments, projects, and field activities from our ecosystem, which consists of IDEMA, INOGAR, and Needs Map. We also share special newsletters written with experts from our ecosystem and stakeholder network at regular intervals.
In this month’s issue, we bring you news from our ecosystem in August.
We wish you pleasant reading!
Preparedness for Disasters and Post-Disaster Reconstruction
On the Ground During the Fires
August 16, 2024
We closely monitored the ongoing fires in İzmir and continued our efforts related to the needs arising from the field. We completed our priority needs list for the İzmir fires and continued working to meet the needs of SMEs.
During the ongoing fires in İzmir, Dr. Ali Ercan Özgür, Co-Founder of İhtiyaç Haritası, spoke about the situation on the Cüneyt Özdemir channel with Kenan Taş. Click here to watch.
Supporting SMEs Affected by the Fires
August 16, 2024
For over 10 years, under the “Healthy SMEs” initiative, we have aimed to support SMEs in Turkey in preparing for disasters and quickly returning to business life after potential disasters. Our team members on duty during the İzmir fires continued their work in collaboration with public institutions. Alongside field teams, we identified the needs of businesses affected by the fires. We stand with SMEs affected by the disaster. Information on methods and tools for disaster preparedness can be found at saglamkobi.org.
Anniversary of the August 17, 1999 Earthquake
August 17, 2024
On the anniversary of the August 17, 1999 earthquake, we remember our citizens who we lost with mercy. IDEMA, İhtiyaç Haritası, and INOGAR continue to work in emergency management and needs assessment to minimize the devastating effects of earthquakes and all disasters. We will continue to foster hope and heal wounds together with the spirit of mutual aid.
Ongoing Work at Our Psychosocial Support Centers in Antakya and Samandağ
August 19, 2024
With the Yan Yanay Platform, we aim to create a sustainable psychosocial support volunteer community to support experienced teams in future potential disasters. We started this initiative at our Psychosocial Support Center in Antakya.
Our volunteer interns contributed to our support activities by receiving various training under the supervision of our experts at the center for one month. We thank İrem Asya Şallı and Tuğçe Işık from Istanbul, and Melcan Akar from Hatay, for their valuable contributions.
We invite everyone who has experienced the February 6 earthquakes directly to our Psychosocial Support Centers in Antakya and Samandağ.
How Has the Team Paribu Sports Area Developed in 1 Year?
August 19, 2024
For one year, we have been working with the Team Paribu Sports Area in the İhtiyaç Haritası Hatay Container Living Area to contribute to the well-being of children and youth affected by the disaster. We continue our efforts in the disaster area with our belief in the healing power of sports.
What branches are children being trained in? What developments have been observed in the attitude towards sports of students and their families over the past year? We asked our coach Nurten Bereket, who works with children and youth. Click here to watch.
Sustainability, Climate Crisis, and Migration
INOGAR and İhtiyaç Haritası Signed a Cooperation Agreement with Esenyurt Municipality
July 2 – 5, 2024
With the new cooperation agreement signed with Esenyurt Municipality, INOGAR and İhtiyaç Haritası will develop innovative projects in poverty alleviation, education, disaster management, women, youth, and children, as well as migration management and culture-art areas. This cooperation aims to contribute significantly to Esenyurt’s social development, strengthen social solidarity, and set an example for other municipalities. Through the projects we develop, we will touch the lives of disadvantaged groups and contribute to social transformation.
Development Dictionary: Social Impact Measurement and SROI
August 12 – 22, 2024
In the Development Dictionary, we continue to introduce concepts from the development ecosystem. In August, we covered concepts such as social impact measurement and SROI, which are prominent in the ecosystem.
Social impact measurement helps us understand and enhance the contribution of our projects and initiatives to the world, society, and individuals. This process not only highlights our successes but also helps us discover areas where further improvements can be made.
SROI, a framework used for measuring and calculating a broad concept of value, describes how change is created by measuring social, environmental, and economic outcomes. It uses monetary values to represent these changes.
Education, Child, and Youth Studies
We Completed the Community Engagement Training with UNICEF and IDEMA
August 5, 2024
UNICEF and IDEMA completed the “Community Engagement in Humanitarian Action Toolkit (CHAT)” and “Minimum Quality Standards and Indicators for Community Engagement (MQSICE)” trainings in Gaziantep. We thank UNICEF and all participants.
The Dream Ship Project Set Sail with Duru and İhtiyaç Haritası
August 8, 2024
The “Dream Ship” project, developed in collaboration with Duru and İhtiyaç Haritası, is designed to encourage children to think creatively. The project focuses on enhancing the social and cognitive skills of children living in container cities in the earthquake-affected areas.
Children participate in creative drama, ecological awareness, and painting workshops on the Dream Ship, having fun while acquiring new skills. They also engage in bird/butterfly observation and learn to use compasses and maps to become familiar with nature, increasing their environmental awareness.
We Celebrated International Youth Day
August 12, 2024
We continue our rights-based and impact-focused work for a better world, together with youth. Watch our prepared video by clicking here. Happy International Youth Day on August 12!
We Held the Second Community Meeting Under the Fair Future for Youth Project
August 12, 2024
As part of the Fair Future for Youth Project, we held the second community meeting with the contribution of local volunteers, bringing together young participants. In the meeting, we discussed the Fair Future for Youth Project and examined its programs in detail. We answered participants’ questions and exchanged information. We will continue our collaborations with local volunteers and student clubs to reach more youth.
Central Asia and Turkey Youth Meetings Took Place in Istanbul on International Youth Day
August 12 – 16, 2024
The 2024 CATYT event brought together 30 young leaders from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. The event aimed to provide a platform for young leaders and activists to share their ideas and experiences, supporting mutual learning and community development. Topics such as digitization, social entrepreneurship and innovation, and accelerating gender equality were focused on.
During the event, IDEMA, İhtiyaç Haritası, and INOGAR Co-Founder Dr. Ali Ercan Özgür spoke on the session “Social Entrepreneurship and Innovations: Producing Effective Solutions.” We thank the World Bank team and all participants for their invitations.
We Participated in the Youth Task Force Workshop Organized by UNFPA in Gaziantep
August 28, 2024
At the workshop held on August 28, presentations were made on fundamental principles of the IASC Guidelines and the role of youth in the humanitarian aid program cycle. INOGAR Cooperative Board Chairman Mehmet Sarıca spoke on the “Innovative Approaches in Youth Work” panel, sharing experiences from our youth-focused projects. We thank UNFPA and all participants for their invitations.
Tech for Development
İhtiyaç Haritası Takes Second Place in Digi-Stage Summer Tournament
August 8, 2024
In the Digi-Stage Summer Tournament*, the Mplus, İhtiyaç Haritası, and Pegasus Akademi teams took their places on the leadership podium. We congratulate the İhtiyaç Haritası team members Özge Acar, Barış Demirdöken, Uğur Baran Sarıbaş, and Meltem Çiyitoğlu for achieving second place and thank all the participants and Digi-Stage for this enjoyable event.
*The “Summer Tournament” is an award-winning competition organized annually by Digi-Stage, where teams from different institutions compete. This event aims to raise awareness of the use and impact of games in professional life, providing an experience that strengthens team bonds and supports competency development, especially for remote or hybrid teams.
Disaster Map Goes Live with New Features
The Disaster Map, a unique tool, provides future-oriented data by consolidating information on disasters in Turkey under one roof.
Throughout August, forest fires were a major topic of concern for everyone. During this period, increasing data and information about the fires is crucial.
The Fire Map offers many useful tools. You can track thermal activities detected by NASA satellites over the past 7 days with the Thermal Activity Map. The newly added Wind Map allows you to monitor daily wind speed, while the Temperature Map provides surface temperature information. The Fire Danger Map helps you understand the spread rate and risk of fires.
For more information, visit afetharitasi.org. We are here to help you be stronger and better prepared against disasters.
Partnerships for Goals
Opening of the Fair Future Sustainable Production and Business Cooperative
August 16, 2024
We are excited to announce the opening of the S.S. Fair Future Sustainable Production and Business Cooperative, established as part of the “Fair Future for Youth Project” supported by the BMZ Bengo Fund, in collaboration with INOGAR Cooperative, Esenyurt Municipality, and Save the Children Turkey.
At the opening, speeches were made by Güler Altınsoy, Senior Manager of the INOGAR YFF Project and Co-Founder of INOGAR; Deniz Aydınlı, Executive Board Member of Save the Children Turkey; Mehmet Sarıca, Chairman of the INOGAR Cooperative Board; Mert Fırat, Co-Founder of INOGAR Cooperative; Elvan Odabaşı, Nutrition Specialist and Co-Founder of Hi-tox; and Prof. Dr. Ahmet Özer, Mayor of Esenyurt.
The Fair Future Cooperative aims to provide a fair and sustainable production model by handling the storage, supply, and packaging services of healthy food products under the Hi-tox brand, in collaboration with its partners.
Closing
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