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Blind residents of Syria’s ‘camp of light’ face freezing winter

Al Jazeera · New
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
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In Syria’s ‘camp of light’, blind residents endure winter cold without NGO aid, relying on resilience to keep life moving.

Breakdown
  • Al Noor camp houses 126 displaced families with blind members 42s
  • Camp infrastructure supports sensory independence with Braille signs 1m 47s
  • NGO support has declined, leaving residents vulnerable in winter 2m 5s
  • Community leaders appeal for heating and basic aid 2m 17s
  • A waiting list exists for families seeking to join the camp 2m 38s