Elaf’s success stories reflect the real impact of its efforts in supporting vulnerable communities. From bringing out-of-school children back to education, to empowering women through small businesses, and responding to urgent medical cases, these stories highlight the positive transformations Elaf has made in people’s lives.
Elaf for Relief and Development (Elaf RD) is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization founded in 2014 by 14 community-based groups in Syria to address urgent humanitarian needs caused by the conflict. Registered in Turkey in 2015 to facilitate cross-border aid and partnerships, Elaf RD significantly expanded its operational reach by obtaining official registration in Syria in 2025, enhancing its ability to deliver comprehensive humanitarian and development programs nationwide.
