Doha: Since the beginning of the Syrian conflict, millions have left their homes and become refugees. The conflict has caused one of the biggest humanitarian crises of the time.
More than 4,000 Syrian refugees lost their lives trying to cross the Mediterranean to reach Europe. Many Syrians continue to take this deadly journey every day.
In memory of those refugees who were drowned on their way to Europe, aide agency Support to Life has collaborated to make a campaign called The Sea Cemetery – a floating memorial to those who died at sea.
In their website they said: “To prevent the unfortunate deaths to become a causality we want to expand our refugee protection programme and support more refugees.”
“The escape route is as tragic as the war itself for them. The final destination is Europe; the dream is an honourable life. But, we all know that it is not an easy dream to achieve.
“In memory of thousands of refugees, who lost their lives trying to cross the sea, with The Sea Cemetery we want to help support more refugees, drreaming of an honourable life.
“The more people respond to our campaign, the less this sea cemetery will grow. And, even if it's just a drop in the ocean, it's a support to life.”
(Source: hayatadestek.org)
The Peninsula
