Stories Whispered
to the Future
Rediscover the centuries-old voices of Yörük culture in the language of the modern world.
Our Projects
Key projects carried out by YÖRTÜRK in line with Turkish and EU standards
SWEEP – Skilled Workers Education for Employment Program
EU-funded project targeting active labor market participation of NEET youth aged 15–29.
YÖRTÜRK Board Visits Hannover Labour Attaché
Exchange on elderly rights and care services between Germany and Turkey; internship project development.
Empowering the Elderly Through EU–Turkey Dialogue
Strengthening civil society dialogue on elderly rights and integrating international standards into Turkey.
Passing Cultural Heritage to Future Generations
The Yörük Turkmen Foundation (YÖRTÜRK) was established in 1996 to protect the cultural heritage of Yörük and Turkmen communities across Turkey, strengthen community bonds, and pass this rich legacy to future generations.
Preserving Anatolia's ancient nomadic culture, protecting handicrafts, and recording oral traditions are the core objectives of our foundation.
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Moments from our events and cultural richness
Let's Preserve Cultural Heritage Together
Support the continuation of cultural events, the preservation of handicrafts, and their transmission to younger generations with your donations.
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