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This Friday’s once off public holiday marks the efforts of the general public, volunteers and all workers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ireland. As we recognise the efforts of those who assisted the successful roll outs of vaccinations and boosters, other countries are still facing huge challenges.

After eleven years of war in Syria, many refugees are still working to integrate into Turkish society and education. With EU funding, Concern is providing them with the support they need to secure quality education for their children.

Earlier this year Salma began to show worrying symptoms. "She had diarrhoea, vomiting and a fever. She had these symptoms for two weeks and her weight decreased dramatically." Halima knew she had to do something and decided to seek treatment for Salma.