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Organizers from Yardimeli (Helping Hand), based in Istanbul, went to a number of Gaza Refugee Camps in Jordan in order to distribute donations made by Turkish citizens.

They also met with various orphanages & centers to determine needs in order to plan possible future projects.

Yardimeli currently do work in over 30 countries, one of which includes constructing a major orphanage complex in Khartoum.

I was able to witness a portion of the intensive work they do over the first two days of Eid Al Adha - a tiring and rewarding experience and a first-hand testament to the ever-increasing social and political popularity of Turkey in the Arab world.

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From the days of Prophet Abraham to modern day Amman, the tradition of Eid Al Adha lives on; to remind of sacrifice, gratitude and faith.


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After praying the Eid prayer, the team arrive early at one of the many Gaza Refugee Camps in Amman.


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The Yardimeli or ‘Helping Hand’ banner at one of the slaughter sites.


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A Yardimeli representative based locally answers questions about the needs and dynamics of the camp.


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Children learning their traditions at an early age.


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Local farmers present their stock.


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Distribution at the Jerash camp (one of the most overcrowded, decent infrastructure-lacking and poorest camps in Jordan).


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Residents of the Gaza Refugee Camp in Jerash await their donation eagerly; their desperation a major indication of the inavailability of meat on other days of the year.






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