GoFor - Youth Organizations Forum - National Youth Council of Turkey

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Youth organisations

The main aim of GoFor - National Youth Council of Turkey is to advocate the rights of young people in Turkey as well as preparing a sustainable youth policy including all young people regardless of their backgrounds and monitoring the implementation of the policy. GoFor is a network that leads in new ways; advances the sector policies; develops a system thinking between its members; creates a future for an organized youth for young people. The purpose of this network is to act as the National Youth Council that is recognized by all governmental structures. GoFor enables its members to be self-confident, independent, creative and effective organizations that make a difference in the lives of young people and their communities, as well as make a contribution to the thinking and practice in their fields.

Related news and publications

Democracy

Urgent motion on deepening democratic crisis and the systematic suppression of youth-led mobilisation in Türkiye

Motion - 13/05/2025

In recent months, Türkiye has seen a sharp rise in authoritarianism, threatening democracy, rights, and rule of law. Youth-led movements face arrests, censorship, and violence. Read the urgent motion to find out more about the situation and learn about our key demands.

Democracy

Joint statement on the deepening democratic crisis and the systematic suppression of youth-led mobilisation in Türkiye

28/03/2025

The recent detention and arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and his aides have triggered nationwide protests, underscoring the escalating democratic crisis in Türkiye. Read the full statement to find out more.

Sustainable development

It's time to... Walk the COP! | COP29

04/11/2024

Walk the COP 🌍🌟 It's time to really implement the policies to fight the climate crisis. Which ones? We have a few ideas... Here’s how we can Walk the COP: finance the Global South, phase out fossil fuels, protect human rights, and support vulnerable communities... 🌿🌟

formal and non-formal education

Calling for access to education, civic space and funding for young people and youth organisations in Türkiye

Motion - 21/04/2023 (Archive)

The European Youth Forum and our member organisations urge the government to strengthen access to education and adequate housing, civic space and funding for young people and youth organisations in Türkiye.