Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Fatma Şahin, Bülbülzade Foundation President Turgay Aldemir, BEKAM President Mehmet Ali Eminoğlu, Migrant Services Center Coordinator Remzi Yılmaz, Migrant Services Center Sociologist Şehadet Gerçek came together to discuss the Migrant Services Center and the work in Syria.During the meeting, consultations were held on the Migrant Services Center, the work in Syria, the work and activities that can be carried out, cooperation and working areas.It was decided to extend the duration of the Migrant Services Center protocol carried out within the scope of the protocol signed between Gaziantep Governorship, Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality and Bülbülzade Foundation and to prepare a cooperation action plan.The Migrant Services Center was put into operation within the scope of the protocol signed between the Governorship of Gaziantep, Gaziantep Metropolitan Municipality and Bülbülzade Foundation in order to contribute to strengthening the capacity of local governments in migration management. The center provides counseling and guidance services for migrants and carries out various events, trainings and cooperation activities to support social cohesion.

Bülbülzade Foundation Earthquake Region Coordinator Zemzem Çetin and Gaziantep Anatolian Student Union President Seyre Batuk visited Gaziantep Müsiad Women's Branch President Ayşenur Mirkemal.During the meeting, information was given about the work and activities of Bülbülzade Foundation, especially in the earthquake region, youth, children and before Ramadan. As Bülbülzade Foundation and Müsiad Women's Branches, opinions were exchanged about the work and activities that can be done together.

Osman Güneri, Head of the Department of Foundation Services, and Erdoğan Tunç, Regional Director of Gaziantep Foundations, visited our foundation and received information about our foundation activities.Within the scope of the visit, consultations were held on the projects, social aids, educational and cultural activities carried out by our foundation. Evaluations were made on projects that can be realized with the support and cooperation of the General Directorate of Foundations. In addition, ideas were exchanged on making the foundation services more effective, expanding the activities carried out for the benefit of the society and the sustainability of the current work.At the end of the visit, Osman Güneri and Erdoğan Tunç expressed their satisfaction with the work of our foundation and thanked the foundation executives. The foundation officials also thanked their guests for their visit and wished that the cooperation would continue.In addition, the delegation visited the art, sports and media units of our foundation and made on-site examinations about the activities carried out.

Bülbülzade Foundation Aleppo Liaison Office continues to be one of the pioneers of reconstruction in the war-torn geography. With education, humanitarian aid and social-cultural projects, bridges of brotherhood and compassion are built in Aleppo, and it continues to spread goodness for a stronger future.Located in the center of Aleppo, this office is an important meeting point where many activities are coordinated. Opinion leaders, representatives of non-governmental organizations and business people of the city come together here to develop projects and joint solutions for the reconstruction of Aleppo.This center, which is a symbol of solidarity, hope and reconstruction, will continue to shed light on the future of Aleppo.

The book analysis organized by Mosaic Women and Family Association was held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Bülbülzade Foundation Center. In the book analysis, Şermin Yaşar's works titled Abartma Tozu and Para Ağacı were discussed.While Abartma Dust is a work that enables individuals to question their perspective on events with humorous and thought-provoking stories from daily life, The Money Tree met with the participants as a gripping novel that deals with the search for happiness and success from a different perspective.In the program narrated by Meryem Aşkar Yazgan and Ravza Gül Polat, the main themes of the books, character analysis and the author's style were examined in detail. The program was held in an interactive environment with the active participation of the participants.

Bülbülzade Foundation Children and Secondary Education Commission High School Team started the second semester with a breakfast program. Hayata Dokun Orphan Association and Bilim Der high school girls' groups also participated in the program.Accompanied by their educators, the students participated in the program, evaluated the lessons and activities of the past semester and shared their experiences. After the breakfast, consultations were held and plans were made on the events and activities to be held during the upcoming Ramadan.

Gaziantep Women and Democracy Association (KADEM) Provincial Representative Chairperson Lütfiye Taş and the delegation consisting of the board of directors visited our foundation.During the meeting, information was received about the activities of the Women and Democracy Association for Women. In addition, information was given about the women and children's activities carried out by Bülbülzade Foundation.As Bülbülzade Foundation and KADEM Provincial Representative, opinions were exchanged about the work and activities that can be done together. It was decided to create common working grounds especially in projects related to women and youth.After the meetings, the delegation had the opportunity to visit the Art Center, Sports Center and Middle East Media areas within Bülbülzade Foundation and see the works on site.

Touch Life Orphan Association organized a breakfast program with university students at Bülbülzade Foundation headquarters. The program started with breakfast and continued with a music concert performed by Katre Art and Science Center teachers.Hatice Sohbet, Vice President of Touch Life Orphan Association, gave a speech to inspire the participating students. Then, Seyre Batuk, President of the Anatolian Student Union, and Celal Er shared the activities planned for the scholarship recipients. After Fadime Eminoğlu, representative of Mosaic Women and Family Association, conducted a group work on Volunteering and Social Responsibility, the breakfast program ended with a group photo.

A delegation consisting of Turgay Aldemir, President of Anadolu Federation, Mustafa El Hüseyin, President of Gaziantep Syrian Community, Mehmet Ali Eminoğlu, President of Bekam Association and representatives of Bülbülzade Foundation attended an important meeting hosted by GLOCA International Civil Society Organization in Aleppo.GLOCA, which operates in Turkey, Syria and various parts of Europe, is known for its work in the business world and civil society. Industrialists, business people and representatives of non-governmental organizations from Aleppo and Gaziantep participated in the meeting.Agenda and Highlights of the MeetingThe meeting focused on trade regulation, industrial and civil society developments and enhancing regional cooperation. The main issues discussed were:Establishing a sustainable system that regulates the commercial life of industrialists and business people,Organizing symposiums and workshops on the developments in all sectors after the revolution in Syria,Develop a mechanism through which civil society organizations in Syria can work in coordination and cooperation with the government,Organizing similar sessions in Aleppo, Homs and Damascus with the participation of businesspeople and representatives of civil society organizations,Implementation of joint programs to transfer the knowledge and experience of Bülbülzade Foundation in various fields to Syria.Turgay Aldemir “When we heal Aleppo's wounds, we will be healed too”Speaking at the meeting, Turgay Aldemir, President of Bülbülzade Foundation, emphasized that Aleppo has strong ties with Turkey throughout history and said:“Aleppo's people, industry and culture have developed and grown our cities and our country. Today, when we heal the wounds of Aleppo, we will also be healed. As businesspeople and civil society representatives in Syria come together with their counterparts in Turkey, the work in the region will progress in a healthier way.”Turgay Aldemir concluded his speech by stating that economic development means empowerment not only for individuals but also for families, cities and countries:“When we empower people, families are also strengthened. Strong families bring development in industry, trade, universities and cities. Therefore, we need to carry our joint work further.”The meeting, which ended with positive wishes and emphasis on cooperation, was completed with a mutual agreement to organize similar organizations in the future.