About Us

Researching social cohesion and the experiences in post-war Türkiye.

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cohesionTürkiye is a research project examining social cohesion, public perceptions, and exclusionary discourse concerning Syrian refugees in post-war Türkiye. Through social media analysis, interviews, focus group discussions, and expert consultations, the project develops evidence-based recommendations to support inclusive policies and peaceful coexistence.

Research Team

Our interdisciplinary team brings together experience in social cohesion, migration, humanitarian action, and civil society research.

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Yüsra Ak

Researcher

Researcher focused on structural disadvantages, disability, displacement, poverty, and humanitarian action.

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Sude K. Tamer

Researcher

Researcher and project specialist working on migration, social cohesion, social innovation, NGO management, and digital transformation.

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Supporting Organisation

Implementation Partner

Refugees and Asylum Seekers Assistance and Solidarity Association supports the project implementation, fieldwork coordination, stakeholder engagement, workshops, and dissemination in Türkiye.

Supported by IPRA Foundation

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This project is supported by the International Peace Research Association Foundation, which promotes peace research and initiatives contributing to inclusion, dialogue, and social cohesion. The Foundation supports evidence-based approaches that aim to foster peaceful and inclusive societies.

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We believe that collaboration, evidence, and dialogue are key to building inclusive and resilient communities for the future.

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