# Yeşilay Kars addiction awareness campaigns

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/yeilay-kars-addiction-awareness-campaigns
> Updated: 2026-08-16T06:33:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Yeşilay Kars Branch in Turkey has conducted various community outreach initiatives focused on addiction awareness and healthy living.

In late July, the branch performed a door-to-door campaign targeting merchants in the Kars city centre. Volunteers provided information on the risks of tobacco, alcohol, drug, gambling, and technology addictions, while emphasizing that combating addiction is a “shared societal responsibility.”

Following this, in mid-August, the organization shifted its focus to youth by hosting an educational and recreational event for students at the İlim Yayma Cemiyeti Quran Course. This program utilized age-appropriate games and group activities to promote healthy habits and social skills while educating children about the organization’s mission to combat addiction.

## Claims

- The Yeşilay Kars Branch organized an educational and entertaining event for students at the İlim Yayma Cemiyeti Quran Course. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The event aimed to promote healthy living habits and create awareness regarding addiction. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Activities included age-appropriate games designed to support social communication, teamwork, and cooperation skills. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Volunteers provided information about the founding purpose of Yeşilay and its role in fighting addiction. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-16: Yeşilay Kars Branch hosts healthy living event for students

The Yeşilay Kars Branch held an educational event for Quran Course students to promote healthy living and addiction awareness through games and social activities.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yeilay-kars-branch-hosts-healthy-living-event-for-students

### 2026-07-31: Yeşilay Kars Branch Educates Local Merchants on Addiction Risks

Yeşilay Kars Branch visited local merchants, informing them about various addictions and distributing brochures, with plans for ongoing outreach in schools and public institutions.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yeilay-kars-branch-educates-local-merchants-on-addiction-risks

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Cite as: Yeşilay Kars addiction awareness campaigns. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/yeilay-kars-addiction-awareness-campaigns