-       The deterioration in agricultural production has pushed numerous families into poverty and harsh living conditions. The northern region of Syria has also faced water shortages, exacerbating the already dire situation by causing devastating drought conditions. The economic impact of the conflict has been substantial, with Syria suffering a total loss of 324.5 billion dollars in damages to infrastructure. The war's onset has triggered widespread unemployment, inflation, rising prices, droughts, and food shortages, further compounding the economic challenges faced by the Syrian population. Consequently, many civilians have been compelled to flee the country, seeking safety and opportunities in neighboring countries. 
-       The Syrian government has lost control over significant parts of the country, which are now controlled by various opposition groups and Kurdish militias. The rise of these groups has led to the emergence of new political actors and power centres. (political)
 -       Over 13 million people have been affected by the conflict, with over 6 million people displaced within Syria and over 5 million people fleeing to neighbouring countries. The majority of refugees have sought shelter in Turkey, Lebanon, and Jordan, while others have fled to Egypt and Iraq. (United Nations) (Demographic)

-      Turkey and Syria are two neighbouring countries with some similarities in terms of religion. Both Turkey and Syria have a rich Islamic heritage, with historical mosques, shrines, and other religious sites that are important to both Sunni and Alevi/Alawite communities, therefore making it easier to maintain religious traditions. 

-        Efforts are made to ensure that all Syrian refugee children in the camp have access to education, regardless of their age, gender, or background. 

-       There are restrictions on the refugees movement (political)

-       there are separate facilities and accommodations for women and children, and male members of families are generally not allowed to stay with them. (Demographic)

When refugee populations exceed the capacity of a camp, it can lead to a range of negative consequences, including increased risks of disease outbreaks, reduced access to basic services, and heightened levels of stress and tension among residents.(demographic) 

-       The compacted community and its high population within the camp have caused various sanitary issues and have filled the environment with trash and human waste disposals. The Kilis refugee camp produces a significant amount of waste, including food waste, plastic waste, and human waste. 

 

 

-        Consequently, they consume a vast amount of water, supplies, food, reserves, and such; however, they do so in a negative and impactful way. Instead of adequate consumption, they deplete and overuse them. Excessive pressure on the environment, environmental pollution, and depletion of natural reserves are common impacts on the environment due to refugee activity and in refugee camps. For example, the use of firewood and other solid fuels for cooking and heating in the Kilis refugee camp can lead to air pollution, which can have negative impacts on the health of refugees and the environment.

 

 

-Another impact was the positioning of the refugee camp, which is on the border near Syria. This way, the fleeing Syrian refugees take the least time to get to these designated safe areas and camps, enabling them to have fewer risks and dangers during the travel/journey to get to these camps. (Geo)

 -After the civil war crisis broke out, Syrians had no choice but to flee the country and seek asylum and protection in nearby countries. The Kilis refugee camp is a large refugee camp located in the city of Kilis, Turkey, near the Syrian border. It was established in 2012 to accommodate the large number of Syrian refugees who were fleeing the conflict in their country. The camp is one of the largest refugee camps in Turkey, and it is home to tens of thousands of refugees.

This shows a physical settlement activity as countless builds, infrastructure, and money had to be set up and spent to accommodate the large portion of refugees and to assist them to the very best ability. 

Syrian refugees entering the country means the need to develop more residential areas. Therefore, more and more natural space will be consumed by Syrians, which leads to a decrease in natural environments. This is an environmental impact as the nearby environment gradually continues to be depleted and strained due to the general settlement of Syrian refugees. 

The large number of refugees in Turkey has raised concerns about security, particularly in areas close to the Syrian border. There have been reports of terrorist attacks by groups affiliated with ISIS and other extremist organizations, and concerns about the potential for radicalization of refugees. 

Turkey has also taken steps to formalize the legal status of Syrian refugees. The Temporary Protection Regulation, enacted in 2014, grants Syrians under temporary protection the right to stay in Turkey and access certain services. This regulation has provided some stability and legal protection for Syrian refugees living in Turkey. 

-find safety in neighbouring countries such as Turkey, Lebanon, and Jordan. 

Cost and Benefits
Cost:
Explicit: 
Shelter- People have to leave their properties and houses for the sake of their own safety 
Education- many children are leaving to places where they are not able to receive quality education 
Wealth- Properties are left behind when fleeing the country for safety 
employment and livelihood- jobs and social status  

Implicit: 
Friends and family-Leaving to refugee camps mean that you will need to leave behind members of family and friends if they did not make the same choice.

Position in society- Due to the loss of jobs and property,  people would need to start from 0, since no matter how successful you were, coming to the new country, you are just a refugee

security concerns- it is inevitable that there will be concerns regarding safety because of the war. 

Explicit:

Financial burden- many refugees are unable to keep their wealth when fleeing because of the conflict, and therefore people had to leave things like money and properties behind for safety. 

Strain on resources- Doing to refugee camps with a lot of other people means limited resources. People may face problems like not having 

Education- children and young adults aren't able to receive an education in refugee camps

employment and livelihood- Entering a new country, they would need to start over again, including losing jobs, social status, and reputation

 

Security concerns- there being tens of thousands of refugees, it is inevitable that there will be concerns regarding safety. Due to the fact that you are a refugee, your concerns are unlikely to be cared about. 

Friends and family- Leaving to refugee camps mean that you will need to leave behind members of family and friends if they did not make the same choice.

Position in society- Entering a new country,  people would need to start from 0, since no matter how successful you were, coming to the new country, you are just a refugee

 
Benefits

Explicit

-Basic benefits for housing, heating, food, clothing, personal hygiene, healthcare and household items, benefits to afford personal daily requirements, benefits for vulnerable people such those that are sick and pregnant women and the benefits depend on individual cases and special circumstances are all given to the refugees. 

 

Cultural exchange- In the camps there will be other people with different cultures, and therefore it is a good opportunity to understand other cultures

Relief from the war and danger- Despite all the cons, traveling to the camp ensures the most important factor- safety. Refugees will be able to be released from the danger and war.

- two neighbouring countries with some similarities in terms of religion 

Costs and benefits
 Cost
Explicit:

Financial burden- many refugees are unable to keep their wealth when fleeing because of the conflict, and therefore people had to leave things like money and properties behind for safety. 

Strain on resources- Doing to refugee camps with a lot of other people means limited resources. People may face problems like not having 

Education- children and young adults aren't able to receive an education in refugee camps

employment and livelihood- Entering a new country, they would need to start over again, including losing jobs, social status, and reputation

 

Security concerns- there being tens of thousands of refugees, it is inevitable that there will be concerns regarding safety. Due to the fact that you are a refugee, your concerns are unlikely to be cared about. 

Friends and family- Leaving to refugee camps mean that you will need to leave behind members of family and friends if they did not make the same choice.

Position in society- Entering a new country,  people would need to start from 0, since no matter how successful you were, coming to the new country, you are just a refugee

 
 Benefits

 Explicit: 

social assistance and adequate humanitarian aid, given legal resident status
 new economic and social opportunities- able to participate in the workforce brings them hope and motivation for life
 education- receive education where they can learn a variety of skills that will be useful for the future. With education, they are given hope and reassurance in turkey in the future.  
 
 Implicit: 
 Hope of having a future in a new place- The refugee's home country may be destroyed by the war, so the only hope for the future is starting a life somewhere new

Relief from the war and danger- Despite all the negatives, traveling to the camp ensures the most important factor- safety. Refugees will be able to be released from the danger and war.