AJWS is also partnering with Direct Relief International to provide urgently needed medical supplies requested by partner organizations. Direct Relief International has already sent one shipment of supplies, and with AJWS's help will be sending future donations. American Jewish World Service has been ranked among the top national organizations to provide international emergency relief. Founded in l985, AJWS has supported projects in over 50 countries, representing Jews as global citizens committed to social justice.
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The money went directly to the Turkish Red Crescent Society to support their efforts on the ground to aid the victims. Their activities include addressing the immediate needs of shelter, medicine, water and sanitation facilities. AJWS in partnership with Direct Relief International has sent three shipments of medical supplies to help survivors. The shipment included first aid kits, antibiotics, and trauma-related items such as splints, bandages, and orthopedic supplies. A second shipment of 3,000 pounds of emergency supplies was flown to Istanbul Social Security Hospital to treat survivors.