In Türkiye, Halime’s Journey Began in the Workshop and Continues in the Field
A workshop in Mardin has helped transform Halime's life and given her an opportunity to support others.
Strengthening Life Skills and Social Cohesion for Youth in Türkiye and Syria
RET, together with LEAP Türkiye, has launched a new project in that now supports communities in Aleppo, Syria.
Producing Together, Growing Together: The Solidarity Story of Woman Producer Maha
Discover Maha's inspiring journey from uncertainty to empowerment through the Leap Natural workshops in Mardin, Türkiye. Join her mission!
A New Approach to English Language Learning: Speaking and Playing Your Way to Fluency
Discover innovative English classes in Samsun that use real-life scenarios and gamification to enhance language skills for refugees and locals.
Türkiye’s Landscape: Challenges and Paths to Resilience
RET International is actively working to address these gaps by offering vulnerable women and youth practical skills, social support, and opportunities to participate in community life.
From China to Şanlıurfa, Türkiye: Alisa’s Journey
Alisa’s journey shows it’s never too late to learn. She found her voice through RET’s language program in Şanlıurfa and gained confidence, purpose, and a sense of belonging.
RET’s Music Program Brings Youth Together in Türkiye
United by music, empowered by learning. Youth from refugee and host communities in Mardin proudly pose with their instruments after completing RET’s music course—where skills, confidence, and friendships come to life.
Language as a Bridge to Empowerment
Language opens doors. In Türkiye, RET’s language program empowers refugees and host community members, fostering confidence, inclusion, and connection through practical learning and joyful, supportive classrooms.
Empowering Women in Türkiye through Economic Inclusion
RET supporting vulnerable refugee and Turkish women in Mardin to improve their economic resilience and social inclusion.
How RET is Promoting Livelihoods in Türkiye by Managing Recruitment, Adaptation, and Motivation
Escaping instability and conflict in Afghanistan and Syria, two women from vastly different cultures and backgrounds found an unlikely friendship in Türkiye.
Two Friends, One Language: A Story of Friendship in Türkiye
Escaping instability and conflict in Afghanistan and Syria, two women from vastly different cultures and backgrounds found an unlikely friendship in Türkiye.
RET’s #16Days in Türkiye: 6 Cities, 23 Events
This year, RET International organized activities in 6 cities across Türkiye, hosting 23 events and engaging a total of 505 participants.
“Grabbing My Life with Both Hands”: Latife’s Story
After war in Syria forced Latife and her family to move, she found a new life and calling in Türkiye.
RET’s World Food Day Celebrations: “Access to Safe Food is Everyone’s Right”
On October 16th, in celebration of World Food Day, RET International held a series of events at its community centers in Aksaray, Samsun, and Kayseri.
At Work in Türkiye with a Job-Themed Language Course in Çorum
In Çorum, our local partner LEAP in Türkiye has been actively fostering social cohesion, non-formal education, and protection interventions through a community-based approach.
Addressing Inequality: International Day of the Girl
On the International Day of the Girl Child, RET International brought women together at the community center in Aksaray, Türkiye, for a special session.
With RET’s Help, Zehra Steps into a New Life in Türkiye
Life in a new country was filled with challenges, such as language barriers and cultural differences, but a program from RET helped bridge the gap.
Notes from Aksaray and a Visit from PRM
Photo by RET Article by Ali Selim Kara, Communications Officer for RET AKSARAY, TÜRKIYE – We’re excited to share highlights from the recent visit by representatives of the U.S. Department of
Local Partner Spotlight: Noor and Salma’s New Chapter with LEAP
For Noor Muhammed and Salma, fleeing Afghanistan wasn’t a choice—it was survival. This is their story.
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