Aiming to foster social cohesion and resilience, RET has been actively implementing the “Multi-Sectoral Approach for Fostering Resilience Among Refugee and Vulnerable Host Communities” project in Kayseri and Aksaray.
The project includes capacity-building trainings aimed at equipping individuals with practical skills for personal and professional development. These trainings are designed to empower both youth and women, offering them the tools needed to overcome challenges and seize opportunities for growth.
In addition to language courses, in December 2023 and January 2024, we provided a series of awareness-raising sessions on healthy life and effective inter-family communication to women and men from both host and refugee communities in Aksaray. “The discussions on inter-family communication opened my eyes to new ways of understanding and supporting my children,” said one of the male participants, adding: “I am grateful for the positive changes these sessions have brought into our lives.”
One of the highlights of the project is the innovative Turkish Language courses tailored specifically for refugees. The quick language learning program designed by RET not only facilitates language acquisition but also empowers participants by enhancing their communication skills and integration into the local community. A participant from RET’s Turkish Language Courses in Kayseri expressed, “Here I learned how to make sentences and use verbs correctly. I am no longer afraid to speak in public. I can communicate with people better.”