Anadolu Student Union organized a cultural trip to Mardin with the participation of university students, volunteers and educators.During the day trip, historical and cultural sites such as Kasımiye Madrasa, Dara Ancient City, Mor Yakup Church, Zeynel Abidin Mosque, White Water, Midyat Guest House, Midyat Bazaar, Deyruz Zaferan Monastery and Great Mosque of Mardin were visited with guides.The participants also visited Mardin Artuklu University as the guest of Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Reşit Yıldız and visited Mardin Bazaar after the visit.We would like to thank Prof. Dr. Reşit Yıldız, Vice Rector of Mardin Artuklu University and Mehmet Fidan, Head of SKS Department of the university for their support during the trip.

Within the scope of For a Happy Tomorrow project, a day camp program was organized in Dülük forest for secondary school students and young people.In the camp program, Yılmaz Ergen made a presentation on "Environmental Awareness" to the students.Students planted laurel saplings in the forest during the day camp program. A nature walk was organized as a team.The program ended after the students were served dinner.

In Al Bab Anatolian Cultural Center, special activities were organized for April 23rd Children's Day.Within the scope of the program, various games were organized for children and gifts were distributed.The participants had a colorful and fun day and experienced the joy of Eid.

The fourth of the Child Life Centers established by our Foundation for children in earthquake zones was opened in Nurdağı with the support of the Swiss Eid Forum Association.The opening program was attended by Nurdağı Coordinator District Governor Ayşe İrem Çetin, President of Bülbülzade Foundation Turgay Aldemir, President of Swiss Eid Forum Association Gökmen Gökdemir, families affected by the earthquake, children and our volunteers who have been working in the region since the first day.Before the opening program, April 23rd National Sovereignty and Children's Day was celebrated with games played and songs sung with the children affected by the earthquake under the coordination of volunteer educators.The Children's Life Center, which was opened as a gift for April 23rd National Sovereignty and Children's Day for children living in Nurdağı, one of the regions most affected by the February 6th earthquakes, was designed as a play, activity and education area for children.We would like to thank our volunteers and Swiss Eid Forum Association for their support.

The Read and Comment project organized by the Anatolian Student Union continues in its 2nd term. On Saturday, April 20, at Pusula Kitap Kahve, Şaban Ali Düzgün's book Varoluş Sancısı was analyzed with the moderation of Salih Oğlakçı and the presentation of Ahmet Furkan Köşker.The following words of Şaban Ali Düzgün's book "The Pain of Existence" made an impact; "The condition of existence is to exist.", "The revival of a good life begins with the destruction of evil."The book analysis, which continued with questions and answers and contributions of the participants, ended with Furkan Köşker's music recital.In May, the second book of the project, "Thinking Islam" will be analyzed.

Within the scope of ESC Volunteering Projects carried out by BEKAM, an 8-week short-term call for volunteers has been opened. The deadline for application is April 28, 2024.ACTIVITY DESCRIPTIONThis activity aims to enable participants to gain social awareness and develop their career-related competencies. The main objectives of this activity are to contribute to the development of skills such as creativity, working in groups, adaptation to digital transformation, green skills, problem solving, intercultural dialogue. Some of our organization's activities are as follows: Sustainable environmental activities (planting, bee breeding, renewable energy applications) Psychosocial support to earthquake victims Science, arts, sports and language trainings for disadvantaged youth and children Humanitarian aid, Academic support for orphaned children, Vocational training courses for disadvantaged women, Activities for young people and adults such as bicycle tours, hiking, nature camping, Within the scope of this activity, the volunteer is expected to contribute to the visibility of our activities listed above in order to reach a wider audience.ACCOMMODATION, FOOD AND TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTSAccommodation rooms are for two people. Food and beverage needs will be met by our organization in our facility and 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) will be provided. In addition, according to the data received from the distance band, travel support will be provided in the amount specified in the 2023 ESC application guide. Exceptional expenses such as visa, residence permit, etc. of the participants will also be covered by our organization.TRAINING DURING ACTIVITYParticipants will develop their creativity skills, use of technology, group work and time management skills. They will be guided by mentors and experts who will provide them with a social scientific perspective to improve their problem solving skills. Topics such as digital transformation, new media, sustainable environment, green skills, participation in democratic life are also part of the trainings. All training processes will be planned together in line with the needs of the participating volunteer. In addition, the participant will determine which training he/she wants to receive.PARTICIPANT PROFILEThe characteristics sought for young people who will volunteer in our organization are as follows: ⦁ Having the ability to take photos and/or videos, ⦁ To have editing-montage skills or to be interested in this field, ⦁ A predisposition to work in a team.CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION!

A seminar titled "The Role of Women in Social Life" was held at the Jarablus Anatolian Cultural Center.In the seminar held with the presentation of Gaziantep University Lecturer Arife Taşkıran, Halil Cibran's work "Broken Wings" was discussed.The program ended with a question and answer session with the participants.

The Eid al-Fitr Eid al-Fitr Eid al-Fitr Program organized by the Bülbülzade Foundation Management was held on Friday, April 12, the third day of Eid, at our Foundation Headquarters.Our Foundation President Turgay Aldemir, MP Bünyamin Bozgeyik, members of the board of directors, commission members, volunteers and their families attended the Eid al-Fitr program.In his greeting speech, Turgay Aldemir, President of the Foundation, talked about the fact that we are experiencing a bitter holiday, that we have healed our wounds together with the works carried out in the earthquake regions, and the aids provided without discrimination of race, language and religion. He also emphasized unity, solidarity and brotherhood and congratulated everyone who participated.After the speech, the participants of the Eid celebration program expressed their feelings and thoughts and congratulated the participants on Eid. In the program, children were also celebrated and pocket money was distributed.

Touch Life Orphan Association held the last of the iftar programs organized during Ramadan. Our Foundation President Turgay Aldemir and many volunteers attended the sixth program. Theater artists and children enlivened the program which attracted great interest.We would like to thank the volunteers for their support during the iftar program.

The Aid Unit Iftar Program, which is traditionally organized every year, was held at our Foundation Headquarters.During the iftar program, the aids provided during Ramadan were discussed. Interactive evaluations were made with the participants on the aids.We would like to thank the donors, aid lovers and volunteers for their support.

We organized an iftar program and various activities for children in Murat Sural Container City in Islahiye with Kutu Kutu Tebessüm volunteers.Street activities, Hacivat Karagöz show, various games and cotton candy distribution took place during the day before the iftar program held in the Children's Life Center, which we built in the container city and offered to the service of our citizens affected by the earthquake.After the gifts were given to the children, the program ended after the iftar meal.As Bülbülzade Foundation, we continue to operate in the field with our teams since the first day of the earthquake.

"Ramadan Consultation", which we traditionally organize every year as Bülbülzade Foundation, was held at the foundation center this year with the participation of our volunteers.The speakers of the Ramadan Consultation, where the activities of our foundation were evaluated and opinions on the planning of the next period were received, were Anadolu Federation Board Member Mahsum Aytepe, Bülbülzade Foundation Board Members Rabia Aldemir and Fadime Eminoğlu.The Ramadan Consultation, where the topics of "Good Person, Effective Word, Lasting Work", "Volunteerism and Foundation People" and "Lesson Rings-Reading Groups" were discussed, ended with the evaluation speech of Turgay Aldemir, President of Bülbülzade Foundation.