Presidency of the Republic leading social projects

The President of the Republic of Turkey applies a perspective of social state, and implements tens of social responsibility projects each year. In addition to the regular projects implemented by the Presidency, projects with specific reference to the agenda of the year can also be tabled. In other projects, on the other hand, efforts are made to instill a global character to local elements, without losing their authenticity. In still others, the Office serves as the pioneer for a healthy life for the citizens.

A CLASSIC

One of the leading social responsibility projects of the Office of the President of the Republic is the Grand Awards of Culture and Arts. This project is implemented on an annual basis, and aims to award significant contributions to culture and arts in Turkey. The project honors persons and entities which left their mark through their works and services. Turkish citizens as well as foreigners may be awarded within the framework of this project. A total of 54 individuals or entities were honored by the Office of the President of the Republic, through the Grand Awards of Culture and Arts offered since 1995.

LEADING THE WAY IN COMBATING ADDICTION

The traditional Phoenix Awards offered by the Green Crescent Society of Turkey are now offered under the auspices of the President of the Republic.The extension of prestige awards for individuals and entities who serve as role models in the fight against addiction, are now an annual tradition.

CYCLING FOR HALF A CENTURY

Leading the way for a healthy population, the Presidency organizes the annual Presidential Cycling Tour of Turkey. The tour was held for the first time in 1963, and became an international event in 1965, and is organized under the auspices of the President's Office since 1966. The only intercontinental cycling tour of the world, the event is implemented in 8 stages. The tour begins at Alanya, proceeds west and north on the shores of the Mediterranean and Aegean, and ends in Istanbul. It is often the scene of significant competition between world-famous athletes and leading teams.

MOVE TO OVERCOME

The "Move to Overcome" project aiming to direct individuals with or without disabilities to sports is yet another social project sponsored by the President's Office. The project is based on the philosophy of overcoming obstacles through joint action, and provides opportunity to be active in sports for 100,000 individuals with disabilities, alongside 100,000 without, in various activities. This will enable youth –with or without disabilities– socialize more effectively and keep individuals with disabilities integrated with the society, and life itself.

AWARD FOR YOUNG SCIENTISTS

The Presidency of the Republic of Turkey acts as the sponsor of certain projects. Turkish Academy of Sciences Awards are extended under three categories: International Academy, Outstanding Young Scientists, and Scientific Intellectual Property and Translated Works. The project sees that authentic, pioneering and groundbreaking works are awarded.

TRACES OF SELJUKS

The Northern Van Lake, Seljuks Region Cultural Project was implemented under the auspices of the Presidency, with a view to conserving the historical and cultural heritage of Seljuks in and around Ahlat. The project covers Ahlat, Adilcevaz, Tatvan, Malazgirt and Erciş, and intends to develop tourism in the provinces of Van and Bitlis.

THE GENIUS OF THE 16TH CENTURY

Matrakçı Nasuh is kept alive on an intercontinental background, through a project implemented under the auspices of the Presidency of the Republic. The scientist who left countless works of history, mathematics, painting, poetry, philosophy, calligraphy and miniature, will be remembered through various activities to be held in Sarajevo, Belgrade, Rome, Paris, Vienna, Tokyo and New York, in the next three years, within the framework of the project "Matrakçı Nasuh, the Genius of the 16th Century". The project supported by UNESCO as well will make an impression on 3 continents, 9 countries, and 10 cities.

09 Mart 2016 Çarşamba

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