Bana Alabed: The Voice of Aleppo

Bana Alabed: The Voice of Aleppo

Born in 2009 in Aleppo, Syria, Bana Alabed became a global symbol of the Syrian humanitarian crisis. In 2016, she began sharing her story through Twitter.

Her powerful messages captured the world's attention. They revealed the human cost of war through a child's eyes.

Bana's Story

Life Under Siege

Bana lived through the brutal siege of Aleppo during the Syrian civil war. She endured bombing, hunger and constant fear.

Documenting Reality

With her mother's help, she documented daily life through tweets and videos. Her accounts were raw and unfiltered.

Evacuation

In December 2016, Bana and her family were evacuated to Turkey. The world had followed her plea for safety.

Dear World

In 2017, she published her memoir "Dear World". It told her story of survival and hope.

Bana's Impact

300K+

Twitter Followers

Built a massive global audience who followed her story

1,500

Dubai Speech

Addressed a large audience in a landmark presentation

2018

Freedom Award

Received the Atlantic Council's prestigious recognition

Millions

Global Awareness

Raised consciousness about Syrian children's suffering

Bana's Legacy and Goals

Peace Advocacy

Continues speaking for children in conflict zones

Second Book

"My Name is Bana" published in 2021

Education Champion

Advocates for children's right to education

Youth Inspiration

Empowers young people to use their voices for change

Bana dreams of a world where all children can live in peace. Her courage inspires young activists globally. She shows how one voice can make a difference.