Evaluation of the Situation of Students Relocated to Different Cities Due to the Earthquakes on February 6 and 20, 2023, by Teachers

Turkey is a country located on active fault lines, and the earthquakes it experiences result in significant losses. In addition to the inability to meet basic needs such as safety and shelter, education is also adversely affected during these times. Following the earthquakes that occurred on February 6 and 20, 2023 in our country, this study was conducted to examine the potential impacts of the earthquakes on individuals, their effects on education, the processes through which students were transferred to different cities, and the challenges they faced during these transitions. The study also aims to propose solutions and emphasize the importance of school social work. To monitor the transfer process following the earthquake, semi-structured interviews were conducted with eight teachers working in cities in Turkey that received earthquake-related migration and who agreed to participate in the study. According to the study’s findings, transferred students faced difficulties in adapting, feelings of hopelessness about the future, and housing problems. Various efforts have been made to mitigate the negative impacts of the earthquake, as evidenced by the findings. The study concludes that the earthquake has numerous negative effects on education and students, emphasizing the need for further research on this issue and the necessity of school social work.