Seeing Beyond Borders
Help4Refugees
Help4Refugees Concordia is a service initiative based in Concordia International School Shanghai dedicated to supporting Syrian refugees that have been displaced by war and the earthquake worldwide through advocacy, education, and community engagement. Working in collaboration with humanitarian leaders and refugee communities, the organization amplifies refugee voices, raises awareness of displacement, and promotes empathy through storytelling and service initiatives. Through these efforts, Help4Refugees aims to foster meaningful connections and encourage informed, compassionate action.
The Numbers
7.8
magnitude of a series of earthquake strucked Turkey and Syria on Feb 26th, 2023
35,000
Syrians were displaced a second time due to the earthquake after the war
3.2M
registered Syrian refugees now in Turkey
50,000
deaths caused by the earthquake
Mission
Our mission is to support Syrian refugees by amplifying their voices, raising awareness about displacement, and fostering meaningful connections through education, advocacy, and community-driven initiatives. We are committed to promoting empathy, understanding, and informed action by sharing refugee stories and engaging communities in service that centers human dignity.
Vision
Our vision is a world in which refugees are seen, heard, and understood—not defined by crisis, but recognized for their resilience, humanity, and potential. We aspire to build a global community where compassion leads to action and where storytelling serves as a bridge between displaced communities and the wider world.
