What they call their work
What they do
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Awarding scholarships to students in New YorkProvides scholarships to ESL, college, and graduate students enrolled in accredited institutions in New York City through an annual application cycle from September 15 to November 15, with results notified by November 24.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Hosting cultural and educational programsOrganizes lectures, seminars, film screenings, art exhibits, workshops, conferences, and intercultural or interfaith dialogues to promote understanding of Turkish history, art, culture, and traditions, and to reduce prejudice among diverse communities in New York.
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Facility-Based Service Delivery 1 activity
- Operating cultural centers in New YorkOperates physical cultural center facilities in Ronkonkoma and Staten Island, NY, which host visitors, programs, and events; the centers serve as hubs for community engagement and cultural exchange.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organizing community events and networking activitiesHosts business networking receptions, annual friendship dinners, multi-sport community tournaments for students and families, and other social gatherings to build community cohesion in New York.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Providing Turkish language instructionOffers structured Turkish language courses, including 3-month online group classes with 48 lessons, private online instruction for advanced skills, and remote access for learners regardless of location.
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Who runs it
- BUSRA KALANDER — Secretary
- EMINE IBRAHIMAGAOGLU — Vice President
- MUSTAFA DORAK — Treasurer
- Sadri Altinok — President
Who they work with
- Abraham's Table Partner — Co-hosted an online panel discussion on the significance of Abraham in different faith traditions.
- Abraham’s Table Long Island Partner — Collaborates on interfaith programming promoting peace and cooperation.
- Hizmet Movement Network — Organization inspired by and aligned with the Hizmet Movement, requiring applicants to participate in its activities.
- Turkish Cultural Center Long Island Partner — Local chapter hosting the Sports Fest event in Ronkonkoma, NY.
- Yunus Emre Network — References Yunus Emre, a historical Turkish poet, in its messaging, indicating cultural or ideological affiliation.
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culture as a Bridge for Dialogue and Understanding 51 orgsmethodology: culture-for-dialogueBy sharing Turkish history, art, culture, and traditions, the organization fosters peace, intercultural dialogue, and mutual respect among diverse communities in New York, because shared cultural experiences reduce prejudice and build empathetic connections.shared approach: Interfaith Contact Through Shared Purpose →
- Interfaith Dialogue as a Tool for Unity 51 orgsmethodology: interfaith_dialogueBy organizing interfaith dialogue and shared religious celebrations, the organization promotes understanding and cooperation among Jewish, Christian, and Muslim communities, because exploring common values and figures across faiths reduces division and builds trust.shared approach: Interfaith Contact Through Shared Purpose →
- Service-Based Leadership Developmentmethodology: service-based_eligibilityBy requiring active participation in community service through the Hizmet Movement, the organization cultivates service-oriented leadership and strengthens commitment to social good, because lived experience in volunteering reinforces values of empathy, responsibility, and civic engagement.