On February 16, 2025, an important event was held in Dillingen an der Donau, Bavaria, Germany, focusing on the current situation in Syria and the work of #Smile_of_Peace (SPC). The event was organized by #Khadija_Al-Khatib, who delivered a compelling report on her journey to #Syria in December 2024, describing the challenges people face as well as their hopes for the future.

Distinguished Guests
The event was attended by key figures from German politics, civil society, and volunteer organizations, including:

Ms. Erika Schweizer, Third Deputy Mayor of Dillingen an der Donau
Mr. Joachim Hein, Representative of the Dillingen District Office
Mr. Georg Schrenk, Head of the Refugee Assistance Department
Mr. Boris Schnek, Executive Director of the Dillingen Youth Council
Ms. Judith Zacher, Journalist
Mr. Ferdinand Brandl, Representative of the Heinrich Böll Foundation
Mr. Basem Askar, Representative of the Dillingen Integration Council
Ms. Julia Schäferling, Cultural Translator
Ms. Anna Helfrich, Teacher and Volunteer
Representatives from the Board of #Smile_of_Peace
Additionally, many volunteers and interested attendees participated, with approximately 60 people joining the event in person or online.

Event Highlights
Speeches from representatives of the Heinrich Böll Foundation, the City of Dillingen, and the District Office emphasized the importance of volunteer work, not only for providing direct aid but also for raising awareness about the realities in crisis-affected regions.

Following the discussions, Syrian women prepared traditional dishes, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

About SPC
Smile of Peace Charity (SPC) is a Syrian non-profit organization dedicated to research, development, and the implementation of relief and development projects. Its primary mission is to provide essential assistance to civilians and families affected by crises.

Founded on July 1, 2013, SPC is legally registered and operates independently of political and military entities, upholding strict neutrality in its humanitarian work. SPC is particularly committed to supporting the most vulnerable populations, especially those living in crisis areas.

Urgent Call for Support
SPC is urgently seeking support and partnerships to implement projects in remedial education, healthcare, and psychosocial support programs.

After 14 years of war, Syria is beginning to regain hope. Many people have started rebuilding their homes and lives, reassured that their homes will no longer be bombed. However, to sustain these positive steps, urgent support is needed—especially in education, healthcare, and psychosocial support projects.