Turgay Aldemir, President of Bülbülzade Foundation, held an evaluation meeting with the Ortadoğu Medya team. In the meeting, in addition to the current order and functioning, the situation assessment of media strategies was made and plans for the future were discussed.A general consultation was held about the activities related to the Anatolian Federation 18th Anatolian Meetings, which was one of the important agenda items of the meeting.Ortadoğu Media team exchanged ideas with Turgay Aldemir to increase the effectiveness of media activities and to create a strong communication strategy for future projects.

Syrian Opinion Leaders Mahmut Adil Badincki and Zekariya Malahifci visited the President of the Foundation Turgay Aldemir. During the visit, detailed information was given about the actual and ongoing activities of our foundation.During the meeting, the situation of Syrian refugees from the recent past to the present was discussed. Consultations were held on the activities and studies that can be carried out jointly.

18th Anatolian Gatherings was held in Ankara Kızılcahamam Eliz Hotel between August 26 - 30, 2024. Day 1 of the Anatolian Meetings started with greetings and opening speeches. Various speakers made presentations and speeches throughout the program. Turgay Aldemir, Bülent Turan, Mehmet Baysan, Ahmet Kaplan, Ahmet Dağ, Mahsum Aytepe, Geeflow Musab, Mustafa Tekin, Üner Karabıyık, Muharrem Kılıç, Kudret Eren Yavuz, Muhammed Hamid el-Ahmari, Wadah Khanfar, Zahide Tuba Kor, Nihad Abunasser, Muhammed Hüseyin Mercan, Zehra Aldemir, Enbiya Yıldırım, Leyla Şahin Usta, Mehmet Görmez, Ali Yalçın were among the speakers.Breakout sessions and events held during the Anatolian Meetings; Akadder Organization Meeting, Children's Meetings, Secondary Education Workshops, Secondary School Workshops, Teacher Meetings, AÖB 19th Student Assembly, Akadder Meetings, Akadder Organization Meeting, Children's Meetings, Secondary Education Workshops, Middle School Workshops, Teacher Meetings, Teacher Meetings, AÖB 19th Student Assembly. Student Assembly, Akadder Meeting, AÖB Hasbihal, AÖB Speaking Circle, AÖB Music Recital, Effective Speech Session, Akadder Special Session, Teacher Special Session, Anatolian Federation Migration Meeting, General Administrative Board, Emotion Workshop, Teacher Hasbihal, AÖB Workshop, Secondary Education Show Rehearsal, Secondary Education Youth and the Search for Meaning, AÖB Evaluation, Akaddder Evaluation, Extended General Administrative Board.18. We would like to thank the Anatolian Federation family who participated in the Anatolian Meetings, all the participants who showed great interest, the organization teams and all the volunteers who did not spare their support. 

As part of the 18th Anatolian Meetings, various events and meetings were organized.The Student Assembly meeting started with the opening speech of Şamil Kılıçparlar. After the introduction process, the participants were informed about the mission and vision of the Anatolian Student Union. Gazi Kılıçparlar emphasized the importance of adapting and accepting change in a changing world and reminded the traditional value of Anatolian Meetings. Turgay Aldemir drew attention to the responsibilities of young people by discussing the concept of “human degradation”. Mustafa Sefa Çakır, in his speech on “Being Present at University”, emphasized the important points in the competencies of university students, foreign language learning, undergraduate graduation score and reading habits, and touched upon the preparation processes for the future. After the speech, a question and answer session was held with the participants.On the other hand, educators from foundations and associations affiliated to the Anatolian Federation attended the meeting organized by the Teacher Unit as part of the Anatolian Meetings. During the meeting, ideas were exchanged about the educational activities carried out throughout the year. Turgay Aldemir, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Anatolian Federation, wished the educators success.The Secondary Education High School Commission organized a meeting event with high school students, followed by a Jerusalem poetry workshop. Young people wrote their poems by searching for an answer to the question “What kind of poem would you write if you were a child in Jerusalem?”.In addition, Akadder's organizational meeting was held on Tuesday, August 27 in Kızılcahamam, Ankara. At the meeting, the participants of Anatolian Meetings and the agenda topics of Akadder special sessions were discussed. On the same day, at the Akadder acquaintance meeting moderated by Gülistan Keleş, participants from various regions of Anatolia shared information about their fields of work and good practices.

Turgay Aldemir, President of the Anatolian Federation, started the Opening Seminar by mentioning the concept of “Human Decay”. He emphasized that this concept is of great importance in social and individual terms. He reminded Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar's words “When man is corrupted, there is no remedy for it” and stated that there is no compensation for human corruption and that it is extremely difficult to correct this situation. He stated that as humanity, we should strive to protect our social and individual values.Turgay Aldemir emphasized that the problems we face in today's world are not only local but also global. He said that our efforts to protect our borders are insufficient in the face of global problems. He said, “The cry of humanity has reached to the heavens”. He stated that despite the intense flow of information we experience in the age of communication, these cries are not sufficiently heard and ignored.Aldemir stated that we cannot find solutions to global problems by turning a deaf ear or ignoring them. Stating that the children of Satan and the children of Adam are facing each other, he said that this opposition is a great test of humanity. He emphasized that taking an effective stance against the global invasion is not only the responsibility of individuals, but also the common responsibility of societies and states.He noted that NGOs, government agencies and communities around the world that we can connect with play important roles in this struggle. These organizations have a high capacity to produce solutions to problems and can support people in building a stronger society.He stated that materialist approaches and globalist groups are trying to redefine human beings by mechanizing them and removing them from their ontological origins. He stated that these processes have rendered human beings worthless by removing them from the title of “equal creation” and distanced them from the values of humanity. He said that such a transformation weakens the social ties and familial values of human beings and makes them vulnerable to genocide and attacks.Turgay Aldemir said, “We need to build a new world against this global bankruptcy and this world is slowly being built.” He emphasized that innovative approaches should be developed at the social and individual level. He stated that each individual, as a community and as a nation, should be at the head of this founding table and should feel self-confidence and responsibility in his heart.He stated that the understanding of philanthropy needs to change and that a broader and more inclusive perspective should be adopted in the understanding of social aid. He also emphasized that the development of NGOs in the fields of arts and culture is essential; these fields are critical for social development and individual maturation.    He stated that the pollution of information and the damage to this information by people who talk about everything is a problem. He stated that if we want to capture time in the right way, we must first understand how time is lost. In this context, he emphasized the importance of raising awareness and fulfilling human duties.Aldemir stated that morality is the most fundamental value inherent in human nature and that being moral means taking responsibility. He emphasized that migrants should not only be looked at as weak individuals to be helped, but that the most valuable thing that will come to the rescue of humanity is new and different perspectives. He stated that migrants play an important role in terms of contributing to society and offering different perspectives. He then concluded his speech with a quote from Surah Al-Baqarah. 

The first day of the 18th Anatolian Gathering started with greeting speeches. The program continued with the recitation of the Qur'an, followed by the greeting speeches of the meeting on “Human Decay”. The first speech was delivered by Mehmet Alpcan, Board Member of the Anatolian Federation. Then Deputy Minister of Interior Bülent Turan made his greeting speech.Mehmet AlpcanMehmet Alpcan, Member of the Board of Directors of the Anatolian Federation, started the greetings with his opening speech. In his speech, he introduced the main topic of the meeting, “Human Bozumu”, and mentioned the names who will speak during the day. He also mentioned the flow of the program.Bülent TuranDeputy Minister of Interior Bülent Turan emphasized the importance of such gatherings in his speeches. He emphasized the role of NGOs and communities, noting that Turkey is a wall between western and eastern cultures, which creates a strategic burden. He concluded his speech by referring to the political pressures on the Paris Olympics.  

The 2nd Ordinary General Assembly of the Anatolian Federation was held in Kızılcahamam district of Ankara on Monday, August 26, with the intense participation of members and guests from all over Turkey.The 2nd Ordinary General Assembly started at 17.00 with the opening speech of Gazi Kılıçparlar, Head of Human Values and Organization Unit. Then the members of the General Administrative Board presented the activity reports of the units. After the discussion meeting, the Board of Divan was elected. After the evaluation of the financial report, annual budget and expenditure plan, the reports and the three-year estimated budget plan were released. Turgay Aldemir, Chairman of the Board of Directors, then made a speech. In his speech, Aldemir said that we have had a successful and fruitful three-year period. We continue to integrate and develop with the society through the activities we carry out with the participation of our volunteers. We are on the threshold of a new three years with our short and long-term, realizable goals. Today, with our general assembly, we will take steps towards new goals with new friends who will shoulder our cause in the new period. In the election we will hold, every delegate is a candidate for this duty. Those elected are not the best of us; they are elected with the expectation that they will be the most hardworking. I would like to thank the valuable members of the Board of Directors who were in the Board of Directors in the previous period and served for three years. I wish fruitful and auspicious work to those who will be elected this term, he said.Delegates voted in the election held with the online election system.

Prof. Ganim El Şahin, Deputy General Manager of the Kuwaiti international Al Rahme Association, Cemal Akıncı, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Dr. Cemal El Razi, Executive Director visited our foundation.During the visit, detailed information was given about the activities carried out by our foundation. During the meeting, consultations were held on projects and activities that can be realized jointly.

The “Environment and Nature” Camp, which was attended by the Anatolian Student Union and Secondary Education unit Gaziantep, Anatolian Cultural Centers, Kahramanmaraş, Osmaniye, Adana, Kilis and Nizip associations affiliated to the Anatolian federation, was held in Yamaçtepe Campground between 19-21 August 2024.On the first day of the camp, Celal Er, President of the Anatolian Student Union, made the greeting speech. The acquaintance program was accompanied by Yılmaz Ergen. In the evening, Nurettin Yener made a presentation on “Sustainability and Environmental Awareness”. After the introduction and presentation programs, the President of Bülbülzade Foundation Turgay Aldemir and Bülbülzade Foundation Organization Committee had a conversation with the students. The first day of the camp program continued until 24:00 with a music concert.On the second day of the camp, Tevfik Çayraz made a presentation on “Ecological Faith and Ecological Sunnah in the Context of Trust”.Macerapark activities, solar and lunar observation, sportive and scientific activities as well as quiz competitions were organized.In the evening of the second day, Nurettin Yener made a presentation on “Healthy Life, Hygiene and Quality”. After the presentation, Huzeyfe Akaslan and Şerif Pak, former presidents of the Anatolian Student Union, had a conversation with the students. The second day of the camp program continued with a music concert until 24:00.The Environment and Nature Camp program ended with a collective photo shoot and evaluation.

Closing Programs of Safe Zone Anatolian Cultural Centers Summer Schools were heldThe Safe Zone Anatolian Cultural Centers Summer Schools, which have been running since the beginning of July and planned to last for a month and a half, ended with the graduation programs held in the cultural centers in Al-Bab, Azaz, Jarablus and Afrin.The performances prepared by the students within the scope of the education they received and the skills they learned in the summer schools received great applause from the parents and the audience.In the Safe Zone Anatolian Cultural Centers Summer Schools, Quran education, values education, language courses, cultural trips, art and sports courses, skill workshops and children's workshops were held.

Anatolian Student Union organized a cultural trip to Kayseri with the participation of university students and educators.During the day trip, historical and cultural sites such as Hunat Hatun Complex, Kayseri Castle, Kurşunlu Mosque, Gevher Nesibe Darush Şifasi and Medical Madrasah, Hacı Kılıç Mosque, Ulu Mosque, Kazancılar Bazaar, Grand Bazaar, Seyyid Burhaneddin Hazretleri Cemetery, Talas, Erciyes Mountain were visited.Ilim Hikmet Foundation hosted the travel team during the trip program. The participating young people had a chat with the president and board of trustees of the Ilim Hikmet Foundation.In addition, the grave of Furkan Doğan, who was martyred in Mavi Marmara, was visited and prayers were made.We would like to thank the Ilim Hikmet Foundation, Bülbülzade Foundation and volunteers for their support during the trip.

The Teacher Unit Consultation Meeting was held on Friday, August 9th at the Foundation headquarters with the participation of volunteer teachers.The meeting started with the opening speech of Mesut Aydoğan, Chairman of the Commission. The meeting continued with the contributions of Turgay Aldemir, President of the Foundation, and included a comprehensive evaluation of the Foundation's educational activities, summer activities and the work of the teacher unit in the new semester. The teachers who attended the meeting shared their thoughts and suggestions on these issues.Suggested topics are as follows:- Thematic readings- Assignments in the practical field- Project-oriented work- Involvement of new teachers- Strengthening in-service trainings- Activities to increase corporate belonging and volunteerism awareness- Quality interaction and communication- Family-oriented work- Encouragement, appreciation and guidance- Increasing nature-based activitiesThese recommendations will be evaluated in order to increase the effectiveness of the teacher unit and to make the Foundation's training processes more efficient.