The Migration and Diaspora Foundation (GDV) will hold the Regional Migration and Return Forum titled "Perspectives on Safe and Sustainable Return to Syria" in Ankara on July 21-23, 2026, where the return processes to Syria will be addressed in their various dimensions.

As the Migration and Diaspora Foundation, we participated in an NGO information and training session held as part of the “Access to Justice” project carried out by the International Refugee Rights Association (IRRA). The program addressed the legal and social problems faced by the relatives of foreign prisoners, the difficulties experienced in accessing support mechanisms, and the opportunities for inter-institutional cooperation.

The “Root and Consciousness” Youth Camp, held on May 1–3, was successfully completed with strong participation. During the camp, various trainings and activities were organized to help young people gain awareness on issues such as identity, belonging, and social responsibility.

At the symposium themed “Muslim Minorities,” Recep Seyyar will give a presentation titled “The Perception of Minorities in the Modern Era” on May 9, 2026. The session will address migration, diaspora, and the transformation of the concept of minority.

A “Roots and Consciousness” Camp Announcement from the Migration and Diaspora Foundation Youth Unit. Limited spots—fill out the application form.

In a Focus Plus interview, Recep Seyyar assessed Türkiye's migration issue with striking observations.

We extend our thanks to Mr. Bülent Turan for his kind reception and valuable conversation.

The “Yemen Council” round-table meeting, organized in cooperation with the Migration and Diaspora Foundation and the Mokha Center, was held with broad participation at the foundation's headquarters. At the meeting, the topics of Yemen–Türkiye relations, diaspora work, humanitarian aid, and institutional cooperation were addressed in a multifaceted manner, and assessments were made regarding areas of joint work.

In an interview with 10lar Medya, GDV Chairman Recep Seyyar assessed the integration processes of second-generation migrants in Türkiye, the current policy approaches, and the main topics of debate in this field.

An Academic Cooperation Protocol Was Signed in the Fields of Migration, Diaspora, and Civil Diplomacy

The “Workshop on New Approaches in Migration and Integration Policies,” held on December 18, 2025, became an important basis for consultation where new policy proposals concerning the legal, social, and economic dimensions of migration were addressed.