The traditional iftar program organized by Bülbülzade Foundation every year during Ramadan was held at the foundation headquarters this year. Gaziantep Deputy Governor Bülent Uygur, Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Deputy Mayor Halil Uğur, Kilis 7 December University Rector Prof. Dr. Mustafa Doğan Karacoşkun, as well as MPs, local government representatives, public managers, academicians, foundation unit and commission members, university students, neighborhood tradesmen and neighbors attended the program.
The program started with the recitation of the Holy Quran. Turgay Aldemir, President of the Foundation, delivered the greeting speech during the iftar, emphasizing that Ramadan is a month that renews the human mind and heals the family, society and the country:
“Fasting is a common worship of humanity that has existed in all religions. Ramadan is a balancing and regulating month. This spiritual climate is a great opportunity for humanity. At a critical crossroads in history, we have to realize where we stand, who we are and where we belong. If we do not strengthen our roots, unity and values, we may be lost in great disasters. As a foundation, with your support, we are striving to turn this place into a school, a school where every idea can be freely discussed and where women, youth and the whole society can come together and find strength. I thank you all for your participation.”
In his speech, Kilis 7 Aralık University Rector Prof. Dr. Mustafa Doğan Karacoşkun emphasized the spiritual atmosphere of the month of Ramadan and stated that the work done is a work of love from the heart:
“We live in a shaken world. Every effort put forth in such a difficult period is valuable. However, the main motivation of these works is love. As the ancients used to say, 'There can be no work without love.' If you have a place in your heart for this service, it does not matter how much or how little work is done. What is important is the commitment to this work of the heart. I thank everyone who contributed.”
Gaziantep Deputy Governor Bülent Uygur stated that Bülbülzade Foundation is an important organization that serves not only Gaziantep but also a wide geography:
“Many people serve at Bülbülzade Foundation. We are happy that we are together during Ramadan. Turkey is going through a transformation process and the new Turkey will be a country where people look at the geography of the heart with beautiful eyes. I would like to thank everyone who brought us together in this program. In the Foundation, dedicated people have come together with the vision of the president. But more importantly, I see a foundation mission that wins hearts, empowers orphans and raises individuals with a wider horizon. We are all together experiencing the blessings of Ramadan and hope to reach Eid.”
After the greeting speeches, the program ended with iftar meals. Thank you to everyone who participated.
