“I have seen so many people suffer. I want to come up with solutions; I want to help.” Farsidheh, 15 In the three years since Syria’s brutal civil war began, the efforts of ordinary Syrians to support each other and rebuild their lives have often been overlooked. Here we highlight some of hopeful stories that rarely make the headlines.

As the crisis in Syria approaches its fourth year, campaigners from across the globe are rallying to step up public pressure to end the bloodshed. Find out more about the #withSyria campaign, including how to take part.

Photos: Johanna Mitscherlich | CARE; Alwan FM