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Myanmar: How Partners Are Bringing Relief and Recovery

Myanmar: How Partners Are Bringing Relief and Recovery

December 1, 2025 | BFAD in Action

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake tremors which struck the Sagaing region of Myanmar in March 2025 compounded the nation’s already difficult situation affected by political tensions and power struggles. Over $200,000 was raised following the first call by the BFAD network to support the local Baptist churches to deliver aid in some of the hard-to-reach areas. The call is still active and ongoing as the populations remain affected by homelessness due to the destruction of their houses.   

Esther, from Sagaing, Myanmar who benefitted from the support by BFAD and the local Baptist church had this to say: “We have a 3-year-old son and a 11- years-old son. We couldn’t stay in the house. We made a shelter, and we had to stay outside. The church helped us a lot and cared for us. And my thanks go to all the donors who helped us when we are in need. Thank you so much.”

BFAD’s Myanmar earthquake response shows the importance of working with local actors to navigate complex  geopolitical environments. 

Türkiye: Responding to a Devastating Earthquake

Türkiye: Responding to a Devastating Earthquake

November 1, 2025 | BFAD in Action

When the 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit Türkiye and Syria in February of 2023, once again the BFAD network responded to the call to serve our brothers and sisters.

According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (OCHA), the earthquake left 40,642 people dead and 108,000 injured. 

BFAD responded immediately by activating a call to mobilize resources. The network mobilized its resources to provide shelter, food packages, hygiene kits, and warm clothing for the winter, among other critical services. Our Hungarian Baptist Aid partners, who are part of the BFAD network, were among the first responders, conducting a search and rescue mission that helped to identify people trapped under the rubbles.