Media analyst and former AI Jazeera General Manager Wadah Khanfar and the accompanying delegation visited our foundation. During the visit, detailed information was given about the ongoing projects and activities of Bülbülzade Foundation.During the meeting, the artistic, sportive, cultural and educational activities of our foundation were discussed. It was stated that the projects carried out within the foundation appeal to all segments of society. In addition, detailed information was given about the nature and environmental projects carried out within the scope of “Forestry Studies”.

Şehitkamil AK Party District Chairman İsmail Güler and the accompanying delegation visited Bülbülzade Foundation. During the visit, Foundation President Turgay Aldemir gave comprehensive information about the activities and projects of the foundation.During the meeting, the artistic, sportive, cultural and educational activities of Bülbülzade Foundation were discussed. It was emphasized that the projects carried out within the foundation appeal to all segments of the society and especially the work for the development of young people is at the forefront.The delegation was also informed about the nature and environmental activities carried out by the Foundation within the scope of Forestry activities. It was stated that these projects of the Foundation aiming to raise environmental awareness were appreciated.At the end of the visit, District President İsmail Güler expressed his satisfaction for the contributions of Bülbülzade Foundation to Gaziantep and its surroundings and emphasized the importance of such cooperation and projects.

Gaziantep Provincial Police Chief Celal Özcan and the accompanying delegation visited Bülbülzade Foundation. During the visit, Foundation President Turgay Aldemir gave comprehensive information about the activities and projects of the foundation.During the meeting, artistic, sportive, cultural and educational activities of Bülbülzade Foundation were discussed. It was emphasized that the projects carried out within the foundation appeal to all segments of the society and especially the work for the development of young people is at the forefront.During the visit, detailed information was also shared about the hotel recently opened by the foundation. It was stated that the hotel, which aims to contribute to the economy and social structure of the region, also creates resources for the foundation's sustainable projects.The delegation was also informed about the nature and environmental activities carried out by the foundation within the scope of the Forestry Project. It was stated that these projects of the Foundation aiming to raise environmental awareness were appreciated.At the end of the visit, Provincial Police Chief Celal Özcan expressed his satisfaction for the contributions of Bülbülzade Foundation to Gaziantep and its surroundings and emphasized the importance of such cooperation and projects. Turgay Aldemir expressed his happiness for the visit and stated that the foundation will continue to contribute to the society.

Anadolu Federation organized an Education Workshop hosted by Bülbülzade Foundation. Unit presidents and members attended the workshop. In the workshop, education in civil society, education processes, academic career planning and thematic reading were discussed.In the workshop where workshops were held on various topics, ideas were exchanged on issues such as diversifying the level of knowledge in educational processes, informing educators about the goals and objectives of the Anatolian Federation, keeping the awareness of maturing educators on the road (in the process) and keeping their level of maturity alive, continuing their nutrition based on revelation and morality, gaining qualifications to continue cooperation with academia and knowledge centers to produce and disseminate knowledge, increasing the level of responsibility and action of educators in the target audience of our work against social decay. In addition, expectations from volunteers were discussed in order to achieve outputs in concrete areas such as reading comprehension and putting what they understand into practice, being aware of the responsibilities arising from volunteering, knowing that they need to renew themselves in their fields of interest, acquiring competence in line with the principles and objectives in the main themes of “Effective speech, qualified people and permanent work” and participating in activities within this scope. In the last session of the three-day workshop, the workshops were consolidated.

The “Artificial Intelligence” camp organized by the Secondary Education Commission of the Anatolian Student Union for middle school students during the mid-term break was held. Various workshops, activities and lectures were held during the camp program.The first day of the camp started with an introductory event. Then, students designed their own music with the “Designing Music with Artificial Intelligence” workshop.In the “I Meet Artificial Intelligence” workshop, students made visual designs using artificial intelligence with the guidance of educators.The camp program also included workshops to improve hand-eye motor coordination, such as the “Designing Life on Mars” workshop and the “Tangram” workshop. The “Artificial Intelligence” camp ended after a bağlama concert.

Touch Life Orphan Association organized the third of its trip programs to help high school students shape their career goals for the future.The program started with a seminar hosted by Bülbülzade Foundation. In the seminar, information about the business world was given. In addition, students were consulted about their future career choices.At the end of the program, a visit was made to Ravanda Carpet Factory with the students. The success stories of the factory owners from the past to the present with labor and perseverance were listened to. The trip program ended after the collective photo taken together.

The management of Azerbaijan Solid Thought Youth Organization visited our foundation president. During the visit, information was given about the actual and ongoing activities of our foundation.During the meeting, Ramiz Aliyev gave information about the activities carried out and actively ongoing activities of the Sağlam Düşünce Youth Organization. In addition, consultations were held on activities and studies that can be carried out jointly.

The “It Is In My Nature” camp organized by the Secondary Education Commission of the Anatolian Student Union for high school girls during the mid-term break was held. During the camp program, various workshops, activities, lectures and nature trips were organized.The first day of the camp started with an introductory event. Then, the lesson titled “What the Nature Verses Tell Us” was taught. In the lesson, verses on nature and human balance, recycling, waste and environmental awareness were discussed.The camp program included workshops to develop various hand skills such as leaf art workshop and ceramic workshop. Students created various materials in the leaf art workshop and created their own ceramics in the ceramic workshop.After the “Nature and Our Emotions” workshop with the station model, the first day of the camp was completed by watching the documentary “Home”.On the second day of the camp program, a nature walk was organized in Sof Mountain, the highest region of Gaziantep with an altitude of 1400. The camp program ended after taking a group photo at Sof Mountain.

Bülbülzade Foundation Aid Unit President Talip Çelik and the accompanying delegation paid an auspicious visit to Mr. Ali Yılmaz, who was appointed as Şehitkamil Red Crescent Branch President in the new term.During the visit, information was given about the aid activities carried out by our foundation for migrants, earthquake victims, orphans, women and children. In addition to shelter, food and health services for migrants, support such as language and integration courses were also provided. Emergency aid activities, temporary shelters and psychosocial support programs for earthquake victims were also shared.In addition, the importance of educational scholarships, stationery support and social activities for orphaned children was emphasized. Activities such as vocational courses for women, health seminars, education programs for children, play and art workshops were also detailed.Mutual consultations were held to further develop and expand these activities. It was agreed to implement joint projects and strengthen cooperation in areas where society needs.

Supported by the Turkish National Agency and implemented by the Green Hope Association, the first event of the project “Young People Protect Nature: Green Skills” project's first event started in Gaziantep.The project, carried out in cooperation with EMU Association from France, Us Akademiker Plattform from Germany and Bridge Association from North Macedonia, aims to direct young people to environmental issues, raise awareness about global environmental problems and promote resilience.The activity started with introductions and breakfast. Afterwards, the participants visited the activity areas of Bülbülzade Foundation and Green Hope Association and received information about the organization. Turgay Aldemir, President of Bülbülzade Foundation, Mehmet Ali Eminoğlu, President of BEKAM and Cumali Kaplan, President of Green Hope Association emphasized the responsibilities that civil society should assume in the field of sustainable environment. Participants shared information by presenting examples of good environmental practices in their countries.Environmental Activist İbrahim Kılıç made a presentation titled “What Can Young People Do for Environmental Sustainability?”. After the presentation, a question-answer session was held and the thoughts and questions of young people on the subject were evaluated. After lunch, a city tour titled “Sustainable Cities” was organized under the guidance of Hüseyin Rahmi Açıkkol, President of Gaziantep City Council Sports Working Group.The week-long program will include activities such as group discussions, project development workshops, a visit to an energy production and recycling center, sapling planting and a visit to Bülbülzade Foundation's Salvation Forest.

Anadolu Student Community analyzed Byung-Chul Han's book “Enfocracy: Digitalization and the Crisis of Democracy” at Pusula Kitap Kahve.In the program moderated by Gülay Şanverdi and presented by Enes Günaslan, concepts such as information regime, dataism, transparency, panoptican, isolation, behavior profile, fragmented time and disclosure culture were discussed. In addition, the importance of a critical approach to global concepts was emphasized by drawing attention to the fragmentation of time and the effects of digitalization on social structures.

The book “Civil Movement” was analyzed at Bülbülzade Foundation. Educators, teachers, business people and academicians attended the book analysis program. The participants thoroughly evaluated the book they read.The following evaluation was made for the book:In the preface of the book, the development and importance of civil society structures in Turkey are mentioned. In particular, the book emphasizes the goals of civil society such as meeting individual and social demands, raising standards of freedom and justice, ensuring social solidarity and maturing cultural values. However, it is stated that these structures need a solid theoretical grounding and that theoretical deficiencies may lead to short-lived or inconsistent behavior.It is explained that civil society is a historical process full of changes and transformations. Developed since the 18th century, the civil society concept has gained a strong place in the modern world and functions as a main channel defending individual rights. In a country like Turkey, where Western and Islamic values intersect, the book emphasizes how civil society should navigate between these two cultures. The book argues that civil society should have a perspective compatible with Turkey's historical and spiritual values.It deals with the theoretical framework of how life and existence should be understood from the perspective of the civil movement.The spirit of life focuses on human beings knowing themselves, questioning their place in the universe and adding value to their lives through a spiritual journey. In this chapter, the concept of the meaning of life is related to the inner development of the individual and the responsibility to contribute to society.It emphasizes the impact of time on human life and how the individual should evaluate his/her life. It is explained that time should be considered as a conscious process of existence, not just a process. It is emphasized that civil movements should act for social change by knowing the value of time.Human beings are at the center of life and can contribute to society as they get to know themselves. Discovering one's own values, ideals and potential is also considered as a fundamental goal of civil movements. Self-realization is considered as a source of motivation to become a useful individual for society.Islam is seen as a belief system that determines the meaning and purpose of life. It is stated that civil society should act by taking into account the guidance that Islam brings to all aspects of life. It is explained that Islam is a guide that covers all aspects of life, not just worship and beliefs.Under this heading, the concept of reform is examined in depth and it is stated that it provides guidance for individual and social development.The Real Source of Reclamation: LifeLife itself is the real source of reform (healing). This emphasizes the importance of striving to improve and beautify the world in which one lives. It is explained that reform contributes to the human quest to make life more meaningful.Tawhid (belief in unity) is the moral and spiritual foundation of reform efforts. Through tawhid, human existence gains meaning and this idea of unity becomes a unifying element for society. It is emphasized that civil societies must adhere to the principle of tawhid in order to protect social integrity and to guide society for the better.Good deeds refer to the conscious doing of good deeds. Goodness means that a person sincerely contributes to society and acts with the aim of benefiting people. This understanding of conscious goodness is one of the main sources of motivation for civil movements.Servitude is the spiritual development and maturation of the individual. Servitude is not limited to worship, but also includes being useful to society. A balance must be struck between personal development and social contribution.Witnessing is the individual's responsibility towards society. It is important for civil societies to stand up for truth and right by bearing witness to social events in order to create social awareness.Taking a peaceful stance in times of social crisis is important for the peace of society. It is stated that civil movements should assume a role that ensures trust and unity in society in times of crisis.Ihsan emphasizes that ethical and aesthetic sensitivity has an important place in social relations. Ihsan consciousness means that civil movements should offer society not only a moral framework but also an aesthetic depth. It discusses how civil movements should comprehend concepts such as existence, knowledge, time, space, history and civilization.Existence is considered as a sign for human beings to recognize themselves and the Creator. Everything that exists in nature and the universe conveys a message to human beings and it is important to realize this message. It is emphasized that civil movements should guide society by taking these signs of existence into account.Knowledge is a guide that enables the individual to find the right path. Individuals and communities with a sense of direction (the right path) are one of the most important pillars of civil society. Knowledge should contribute to the development of society and guide the goals of civil society.Proper use of time is part of individual and social responsibility. Time should be used consciously for the development of society. This means that civil societies should act in a planned, organized and responsible manner.Space is a world of opportunities for the individual and society. Society's spaces allow individuals to realize their potential and contribute to society. Civil societies should create opportunities to use spaces for the benefit of society.Learning from the past is important for society to take the right steps in the future. It is explained that civil society should contribute to the correct direction of society by learning lessons from historical events.Civilizational Perception: CompetenceCivilization is the process of gaining cultural, scientific and moral competence. It is possible for societies to reach the level of civilization by protecting cultural values and supporting them with scientific developments. It is emphasized that civil society should aim to raise the level of civilization of society.These elaborations allow for a more in-depth explanation of the sub-headings in other chapters of the book. If you would like me to continue this elaboration in the other chapters, I can continue to summarize the sub-topics in the second chapter, “Tasavvur”.This section deals with how civil society should approach contemporary problems and its relationship with various social institutions.In this section, the approaches developed by the civil movement to contemporary problems are discussed and solutions are presented within the framework of moral and cultural values.Under the witnessing perspective developed by the civil movement towards the problems of the age, the main institutions such as morality, education, family, religion, state, law, economy, science, technology, environment, art and city are emphasized. Each institution is seen as important for the integration of society and its adaptation to the core values of the civil movement.1. Morality: Morality is interpreted as a transition from an endowed competence to an earned distinction. In this context, moral values are emphasized as a foundation for social development. Civil society should promote moral maturation.2. Education: Problems in education are seen as alienating constructs that hinder the development of individuals. It is stated that the civil movement should overcome alienating structures in education and provide an “ideal of development” (ideal of development) for the self-development of individuals.3. Family: The family is recognized as a fundamental institution where individuals can establish a bond of love with a sense of responsibility. Instead of arbitrary (random) approaches, it is emphasized that the family should develop a sense of love and responsibility. The civil movement promotes the family as a pillar of society.4. Religion: Religion is seen as a guide that saves the individual from desperate loneliness. The civil movement should consider religion as a guide for the spiritual and moral development of individuals.5. The State: The role of the state is seen as a contract based on trust and freedom rather than on absolute obedience. The civil movement should advocate for the relationship between the state and the individual as a balance of freedom and responsibility.6. Law The purpose of law is defined as protection from harm and benefit. The legal system should promote the common good and ensure that individuals are fairly protected. The civil movement should encourage the legal system to pursue the common good.7. Economy: In the economy, a shared production model is proposed, rather than a monopolistic capitalist approach. The civic movement should promote a production and sharing approach to economic justice.8. Science: The crisis in science is interpreted as the loss of truth and purpose. Science is supposed to benefit society in accordance with moral values. The civil movement encourages science to be based on a moral and meaningful principle.9. Technology: Technology should be liberated from the authority of objects and serve human values. The importance of using technology as a tool that contributes to human development is emphasized. The civil movement advocates a human-centered approach to technology.10. Environment: Savings on the environment should be based on the ethics of trust instead of destruction. The protection of nature is considered one of the priorities of the civil movement.11. Art: Art is considered to be a form of expression that goes beyond the depiction of things, appealing to the spirit of beauty. The civil movement should promote the social and spiritual meaning of art.12. City: It is stated that urbanization should develop in the direction of creating peaceful spaces away from hoarded structures. The human-centeredness of cities is among the issues that the civil movement attaches importance to.Civil Movement's Problem ConceptThis section discusses the problems faced at local, regional and global levels. It discusses how each problem can be assessed and resolved within the framework of the core values of civil society.1. Local Problems:Fair Sharing: A conception of justice that advocates a fair distribution of economic resources in society. It is stated that economic resources should be used for the benefit of society.Problem of Freedoms: The importance of freedom of expression and thought is emphasized. It is argued that individuals should be able to express themselves freely in society and that this is a right that the civil movement should support.Education: It is stated that the value and quality crises in the education system must be overcome. Education should focus on quality rather than quantity, and individuals should gain competence.Migration: Migration should be treated as a factor that promotes unity and solidarity between societies. Migration policies should be shaped on the basis of common future strategies.2. Regional Problems:Salafi-Shia Conflict: It is stated that inter-sectarian conflicts should be resolved with a unifying interpretation. It is emphasized that the civil movement should promote peace between societies.Poverty: It is stated that poverty is a problem that leads to dependency and that a libertarian understanding of economy should be developed.Repressive Regimes: It is stated that the will of the peoples must be protected against oppressive regimes. The rights of societies to express themselves and defend their rights are emphasized.Israel-Palestine Conflict: It is argued that the Palestinian people must be liberated and justice must be ensured. In this context, it is stated that the civil movement should adopt a justice-based approach to the Palestinian issue.3. Global Problems:Imperialist Exploitation: It is stated that local resistance and freedom must be defended against the global system of exploitation. Social resistance against imperialist systems is emphasized.Cultural Occupation: It is stated that cultural diversity should be protected instead of homogenizing cultural impositions. The right of societies to protect and preserve their own cultural values is defended.Global Corporations: It is stated that individual freedoms must be protected against the domination attempts of global corporations. It is emphasized that economic independence is an important part of social freedom.Destruction of Nature: It is stated that ecological balance must be protected against environmental destruction. It is stated that efforts to protect nature should be one of the main goals of civil movements.Chapter Three ActionThis section discusses the action-based aspects of civil movements and the basic principles that need to be followed in order to have an effective organizational structure.The Language of the Civil MovementIt is emphasized that civil movements should use peaceful and constructive language within society. It is emphasized that language should be used as an inclusive and meaningful means of communication rather than an exclusionary one. Under this heading, the sub-principles for the language of civil movements are examined.1. Inclusiveness: The language used by civil movements should embrace all segments of society. Civil movements should use a unifying language by reaching out to individuals and groups with different views. This inclusive language enables civil society structures to reach a wider audience.2. Sensitivity: Civil movements should use language that is sensitive to the sensitivities of society. It is especially important that they adopt a style that is in line with the expectations of the society, taking into account cultural, religious and social values.3. Communication and Interaction: An effective civil movement must keep communication channels open and constantly interact with society. A healthy communication with the public ensures that civil movements are effective and reliable.4. Openness to Innovation: Civil movements should be open to new ideas and methods. Keeping up with the changing world and being open to innovations increases the impact of civil movements.5. Dialogue: Dialogue is key for civil movements to operate successfully. There should be a constant dialogue with different groups in society, and reconciliation and cooperation should be pursued instead of conflict.6. Evidence Based: Civil movements should base their discourse on evidence. This is important in gaining public trust and disseminating accurate information. Solid arguments and concrete evidence increase the seriousness and credibility of the movement.Organizational Structure of the Civil MovementThis section discusses the principles that should be followed for civil movements to have an effective organizational structure. An effective organization is vital for civil society structures to contribute to society.1. Participatory Consultation: It is stated that civil society organizations should have a participatory consultation system in their decision-making processes. Taking different opinions into account builds collective wisdom and increases the strength of the civil movement.2. Accountability: It is emphasized that civil society structures should adopt an accountable management system. Transparency builds public trust and strengthens the legitimacy of the organization. Civil movements should regularly disclose their activities and fulfill their responsibilities to society.3. Constant Renewal: Civil movements need to be in constant renewal in order to adapt to changing conditions. It is important to have a structure that can adapt to changes instead of remaining fixed. This ensures the long-term success of civil movements.4. Family Centeredness: Civil society structures should have a family-centered approach. Since the family is the basic building block of society, it is important for civil movements to support this value. A family-centered approach forms the basis of a civil movement that is compatible with the general structure of society.5. Intellectual Independence: It is emphasized that civil movements should have an independent intellectual structure. Operating independently from the influence of other interest groups ensures that the movement maintains its originality and influence.6. Economic Freedom: Economic independence ensures the sustainability of civil movements. Creating a structure that generates its own resources without being dependent on external factors ensures the long-term survival of the civil movement.