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Turkish municipal elderly support initiatives

Overview

Municipalities in Turkey have introduced initiatives to support and honor elderly citizens. In Van, the “Tecrübe-i Hayat” program focuses on gathering residents aged 60 and over to record personal memories and life experiences to strengthen inter-generational ties.

In Konya, the Metropolitan Municipality launched the “Vefa Umresi” project, which facilitates Umrah pilgrimages for retirees and veterans who have not previously visited the holy lands. Participants are selected via a notary-conducted lottery. The project, coordinated with the Presidency of Religious Affairs, involves groups traveling to Mecca and Medina to perform rituals.

Entities

Konya Metropolitan Municipality · Uğur İbrahim Altay · Mecca · Presidency of Religious Affairs · Van Metropolitan Municipality

Timeline

3 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Konya Metropolitan Municipality launches Umrah project for retirees and veterans
Konya Metropolitan Municipality has launched the ‘Vefa Umresi’ project, sending the first group of retirees and veterans on an Umrah pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina.
26 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Turkish Cities Launch Projects to Record Seniors' Stories and Offer Umrah Pilgrimages
Van and Konya municipalities in Turkey launch senior‑focused projects: Van records elders' life stories, while Konya organizes a group Umrah pilgrimage for seniors aged 60‑75.

Sources

anadoludabugun.com.tr · haber7.com