Emergency Social Safety Net (ESSN) Monthly Report: December 2020
2020 ended with cash transfers to over 1.8 million individuals
On 31 December, 225,932,760 TRY was transferred to 1,828,788 individuals (322,521 households) living under temporary and international protection in Türkiye. The cash transfer included the severe disability top-up of 6,478,200 TRY.
ESSN extended to March 2022
Thanks to the ongoing support of the EU, the phase III of the ESSN programme was extended to March 2022. Households who fit the demographic criteria will continue to receive the assistance to help them cover their basic needs.
#powertobe: Four talented people regaining control of their lives as refugees
A digital campaign that connects inspiring and talented refugees supported by ESSN with influencers across Europe and Türkiye launched in December. The #powertobe campaign highlights the passions and dreams of four young refugees – a singer, a cook, a football player and a parkour runner – who were uprooted by the war in their home countries but are regaining control of their lives in Türkiye through ESSN cash assistance.