The Syrian revolution which started
in March 2011 in a wave of protests that swept the country against the
brutality of Al Assad’s regime entered its fourth year on March 15th 2014.
In its third anniversary, Atmeh refugee camp, located near the Syrian-Turkish border commemorated the
revolution amid refugees’ mixed feelings of deprivation they endured due to
their displacement, and optimism for a near return to their homes.
“Grass al -Amal a volunteer team in
the camp, wanted to celebrate the revolution anniversary and draw hope on the
faces of displaced.
This varied festival aimed to be a
reminder of a great uprising that stood against the tyranny and lifted the
restrictions to reach a freedom era, according to the organizers.
Mr. Abdul Razzaq, the team director
said “the goal of the festival is to deliver the refugees’ voice to the world,
put a smile on children faces, and display a theatrical scene that demonstrates
where the revolution reached in its third year.
Abdul Razzaq confirmed to Zaman Alwasl that no financial support was given to the festival administration from
anyone, and that all donations have been collected from members of the team,
and also indicated that preparation were carried out by ( Bassmah Grass Al-
Amal ), which emanates from the same group .
The festival included theatrical
performances for children, raising signs to symbolize the suffering of the
Syrian people in general and children in the camps in particular, in addition
to a contest, titled "Who will win the country?”
The team consists of a group of
young men and women from Atameh camp, who took it upon themselves to contribute
to the coordination and distribution of aid which arrives from brotherly and
friendly countries.
The team also takes care of a number
of needy families in the camp and organize cultural and educational events
every once in a while.
Meanwhile, thousands marched in
Western capitals to support the people of Syria, who entered the fourth year of
a conflict that has left at least 146,000 dead and spawned the world's largest
displaced population. Translation by Dani Murad
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