Turkey's Ministry of Interior provides 350 million lira to civil society

The Turkish Ministry of Interior has provided 350 million lira in project support to 400 associations between February 10 and September 20 of this year. This initiative, managed by the General Directorate of Relations with Civil Society, aims to enhance institutional capacity and strengthen cooperation between the public sector and non-governmental organizations.

Supported projects focus on several priority areas, including strengthening the family unit, combating drug use, supporting individuals with disabilities, and preserving historical and cultural values. Additionally, the Ministry reported that 3,705 new associations became active during this period, while 7,613 associations were audited.

Efforts to improve communication and digital infrastructure are also underway. These include the development of a draft Voluntarism Law, the testing of a Mobile E-Receipt Application, and the introduction of new software via the Associations Information System (DERBİS). The Ministry has also conducted training for 17,972 individuals and visited 2,642 civil society organizations to foster social solidarity.