Bringing Urgent Support to Displaced Families in Crisis
Current Situation in Jordan
Jordan hosts hundreds of thousands of refugees, primarily from Syria and Palestine. Many of these families live in overcrowded camps or urban poverty, struggling to meet their basic needs. With limited access to employment, healthcare, and education, daily survival remains a challenge—especially during harsh winters and economic downturns. Children suffer from trauma, lack of schooling, and malnutrition. Parents are often unable to work or provide stability, relying heavily on humanitarian aid. The situation remains critical, with more families falling below the poverty line each year.
Jordan accommodates approximately 654,000 Syrian refugees registered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The majority reside outside formal camps, integrating into urban and rural communities. Notably, the Zaatari Refugee Camp remains a significant settlement, housing around 77,298 individuals as of September 2024. The recent overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad in Syria has introduced new dynamics. While some refugees express a desire to return home, concerns about safety, stability, and the presence of extremist groups in certain regions contribute to hesitation. Additionally, Syria’s economic challenges, including rampant inflation and scarce essential services, further complicate repatriation decisions.
Jordan hosts over 2 million Palestinian refugees, with approximately three-quarters holding full Jordanian citizenship, granting them access to the labour market and public services. However, a significant minority, notably those who arrived from the Gaza Strip, lack citizenship and face legal and economic challenges.
The ongoing conflict in Gaza has heightened pro-Palestinian sentiments within Jordan. Demonstrations in Amman and other cities reflect solidarity with Palestinians and call for political action. These events underscore the deep connections between Jordan and the Palestinian cause, influencing both public opinion and policy considerations.
What Have As-Salaam Done So Far
As-Salaam Humanitarian Foundation has been deployed on the ground twice since December 2024:
- Distributed over 250 food parcels and 300 hot meals to refugee families in Mafraq.
- Provided over £7,000 worth in winter kits (blankets, heaters, clothing) to families, children and elderly people.
- Installed four portaloo cabins in three different camps to provide cleaner sanitation.
- Distributed over 250 hygiene packs to females who most desperately need them.
We remain committed to ensuring every donation reaches those in greatest need—quickly and with dignity.
The situations of Syrian and Palestinian refugees are influenced by recent geopolitical developments, economic conditions, and the persistent challenges inherent in prolonged displacement and we will be there to lend a helping hand, relieving some of them with that ever so important aid.
How You Can Help
Continue to support this cause by providing:
- Hot Meals – £5
- Blankets – £15
- Heaters – £25
- Winter Clothing – £25
- Hygiene Packs – £30
- Food Packs – £35
- Portaloo Cabin – £800
Every contribution brings hope to families who’ve lost everything. You can give as a one-off donation or set up a monthly standing order to help us sustain this vital work.
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