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Still Beneath the Surface
In the mid-1980s, a farmer in Şanlıurfa was working his field when he came across several stones, heavy, carved, and unfamiliar. He took them to a museum,
You Can Be in the Olympics — as a Supporter!
At just 17, Derin Deniz Sorguç is already making history for Türkiye. She began her sporting journey with horse riding and skiing, but it was kiteboarding that truly..
A Space for Healing: Your Role in Rebuilding Arsuz
Healing comes in many forms, but what truly matters is the willingness to embrace it. Whether it’s the rhythm of yarn and needles, a peaceful moment to breathe, or getting lost in stories that inspire, what truly matters is our willingness to embrace it. At the Füsun Sayek Community Center in Arsuz, healing begins with your […]
We are thrilled to welcome the Turkish American Orchestra (TAO) to our community as a proud TPF partner!
We are thrilled to welcome the Turkish American Orchestra (TAO) to our community as a proud TPF partner! TAO is a non-profit organization with a mission to foster cultural exchange and build bridges through the power of music. Their performances highlight the rich and diverse musical traditions of Türkiye, bringing them to audiences across the […]
Antakya Civilizations Choir – The symbol of Endurance and Hope
Antakya Medeniyetler Korosu, or the Antakya Civilizations Choir, has long stood as a symbol of Antakya‘s legacy of inclusivity. Through music, they have celebrated the rich mosaic of cultures, languages, and religions that define their city. Their performances bring together people of all backgrounds in song and spirit. The devastating earthquakes on February 6th hit […]
MAYA Year-End Campaign
What is Trauma-Free World for Children Project? The Trauma-Free World for Children Project provides a healing and protective center for children who have suffered from psychological trauma due to natural disasters, migration, the pandemic, family loss, and bullying. Maya Vakfı (Foundation) established the Child and Youth Center in the Balat district of İstanbul to help vulnerable children with traumatized experiences. […]
August 21st, 2020 | TPF Music Hour for Gender Equality
Twice a month we will have an artist perform for a 1:1 music performance to bring awareness and drive funding for necessary areas in our community. This month we continue to highlight our TPF Gender Equality Fund. Throughout the last few weeks, #ChallengeAccepted has shed light on several gender-based violence throughout Turkey. We hope to […]
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Painting. Teacher. Friend. 1-hour bus. I love it. Bye.
“Painting. Teacher. Friend. 1-hour bus. I love it. Bye.” This is how Edip, a 20-year-old from Hatay, describes the rehabilitation center he attends every day.
Refilling the buckets of psychosocial support providers in Hatay
For three years, psychosocial support providers in the earthquake region have carried others while setting themselves aside. They listened. They intervened.
Envisioning the Revival of Small Villages
After earthquakes destroyed her workshops, Gamze Ateş advances My Beachy Side, a sustainable fashion brand empowering women through hand-crafted crochet..