In times of disaster and crisis, the effective organisation of volunteers, rapid mobilisation, and the establishment of safe intervention processes are of vital importance. Clear task distribution in the field, strong coordination, and logistical support mechanisms are essential to making volunteer contributions both effective and sustainable.

Ahbap offers an important point of reference in this field through its volunteer organisation model and field experience developed during disaster response periods. Tuğba Serbest Bıçak, General Volunteer Coordinator at Ahbap, and İncilay Morkaya, Deputy Volunteer Coordinator, will share how volunteers are positioned during disasters and crises, with a focus on coordination, logistical support, data-informed intervention, and safety principles.

The webinar will also address the roles volunteers take on, from psychosocial support to post-crisis recovery processes, while drawing on examples of disaster volunteering from different countries and lessons learned from the field. This event offers valuable guidance for anyone who wants to adopt a safe, ethical, and well-prepared approach to volunteering in emergencies. Reserve your place now.

The webinar will be held via the ILA Talks mobile application as part of the International Year of Volunteers activities. The event is free of charge, and participants will receive Turkish-English certificates of participation at the end of the session.

Event Date: February 5, 2026
Time: 20:00 (TRT)
Registration Link: https://ilatalks.com/webinar/77