# Turkey family and social welfare support programs

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkey-family-and-social-welfare-support-programs
> Updated: 2026-08-28T15:12:03.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 2.

Turkey’s Ministry of Family and Social Services has implemented various financial support programs aimed at strengthening family structures and addressing demographic needs. 

In late August 2026, the Family and Youth Fund reported providing 2.18 billion lira to over 19,000 individuals. This fund, supported by underground resource revenues, offers marriage loans to young couples with specific repayment incentives tied to childbirth. For example, the debt of couples who have two or more children can be entirely forgiven.

During a visit to Mardin to inaugurate the Hasan Keleşoğlu Children’s Home Site, Minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş updated the status of birth assistance, noting that 25 billion lira has been distributed to more than 1.27 million children to date. She further reported that 195,813 children are currently receiving support through social and economic assistance programs alongside their families.

Regarding regional investments, the Minister stated that the Ministry has provided approximately 40.1 billion lira in support to Mardin over the last 24 years. Current initiatives include the ‘Gönül Elçileri’ project, which has placed 11,047 children with 9,302 foster families, and a new temporary foster family model being implemented in 30 pilot provinces. Additionally, Göktaş met with martyrs' families and veterans to discuss the ‘Terror-Free Turkey’ process, emphasizing a commitment to social unity and family protection during national transitions.

## Claims

- A total of 25 billion lira has been provided in birth assistance to 1,278,581 children to date. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- August birth assistance payments were deposited into mothers' accounts today. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Ministry has provided approximately 40.1 billion lira in investment and support to Mardin over the last 24 years. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- In 2026, 261 million lira was allocated to Mardin for socio-economic support, benefiting 3,988 children. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Home care support is provided to 11,001 residents in Mardin. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- 1.16 billion lira was allocated for home care support in Mardin during 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Mardin social services: Minister Göktaş announces child and family support updates

Minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş visited Mardin to open a new children's facility and announced that 25 billion lira in birth assistance has been distributed to over 1.27 million children.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkeys-family-minister-announces-25-billion-lira-in-birth-assistance

### 2026-08-22: Turkey's Family and Youth Fund provides 2.18 billion lira in support

Turkey’s Family and Youth Fund has distributed 2.18 billion lira to over 19,000 people this month, offering marriage loans and debt forgiveness incentives for couples who have children.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkeys-family-and-youth-fund-provides-218-billion-lira-in-support

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